How to Care for Dry, Colour-Treated Hair

Colouring your hair is a great way to express yourself, whether you’re enhancing the natural colour of your hair, covering greys, or trying something bold and new. But, while colour-treated hair can look vibrant and full of life, it also requires special care to prevent dryness and damage. If your hair feels brittle, dull, or lacks moisture, we are here to help. Colour treatments can strip the hair of its natural oils, leaving it in need of extra nourishment.

In this guide, we will explore why colour-treated hair becomes dry, ingredients to avoid, and how to keep your hair soft, bright, healthy, and full of shine - without compromising the colour.

Why Does Colour-Treated Hair Become Dry?

When hair is coloured, the cuticle (the outer layer of the hair) is lifted to allow the dye to penetrate. While this produces long-lasting colour, it also means that moisture escapes more easily, leaving hair feeling dry and brittle.

Other factors that contribute to dryness include:

Harsh Chemicals in Hair Dyes - Some dyes contain ammonia and peroxide, which can strip natural oils and weaken the hair shaft.
Frequent Washing - Washing too often can cause colour to fade and remove essential moisture.
Heat Styling - Regular use of straighteners, curling wands, and hair dryers can make dry hair even worse.
Environmental Damage - Sun exposure, pollution, and hard water can all lead to dryness and colour fading.

But, with the right haircare routine, you can restore moisture, maintain colour vibrancy, and keep your hair looking healthy and shiny.

Ingredients to Avoid in Haircare Products

Many high street hair products contain harsh chemicals that can worsen dryness and cause your colour to fade faster. If you have colour-treated hair, it’s best to avoid the following:

1. Sulphates

Sulphates, such as Sodium Lauryl Sulphate (SLS) and Sodium Laureth Sulphate (SLES), are foaming agents found in many shampoos. While they help create a lather, they also strip natural oils and moisture from the hair, leaving it even drier. For colour-treated hair, sulphate-free shampoos are essential. They cleanse without removing the colour or natural hydration your hair needs.

Try: Moo & Yoo Miracle Shampoo - a gentle, sulphate and paraben-free formula infused with Marula Oil to nourish and protect colour-treated hair.

2. Alcohol-Based Ingredients

Certain alcohols, such as isopropyl alcohol and ethanol, can dry out your hair and make it prone to breakage. Look for products containing fatty (such as cetyl alcohol), which helps condition and smooth the hair.

3. Parabens

Parabens are preservatives that can irritate the scalp and strip colour. Opting for paraben-free hair products helps to keep your hair and scalp healthier in the long run.

If you suffer from dry hair after colouring, the right routine can help you fix that. Here are some simple steps to keep your colour fresh and your hair hydrated:

1. Use a Sulphate and Paraben-Free Shampoo

Switching to a gentle, sulphate and paraben-free shampoo prevents moisture loss and promotes longer lasting colour.

Moo & Yoo’s Miracle Shampoo (sulphate and paraben-free) is formulated with Marula Oil, a deeply nourishing oil packed with antioxidants, oleic acids, and vitamins to strengthen, hydrate and protect your hair.

2. Always Condition

A hydrating conditioner is a must for coloured hair. It helps seal the cuticle, locking in moisture and preventing colour from fading.

Our Miracle Conditioner provides deep hydration all while keeping your hair light and bouncy. It’s the perfect product for keeping your hair soft and manageable.

3. Weekly Masks

Weekly deep conditioning treatments help restore moisture and repair damage from colouring.

Our Miracle Mask is a luxurious treatment that uses natural ingredients to replenish, strengthen and repair dry hair.

4. Leave-in Treatments

Leave-in products help to restore hydration throughout the day while providing protection from environmental and heat damage.

Our Miracle Milk is a lightweight yet powerful leave-in treatment that hydrates, strengthens and protects your hair from UV, heat and environmental damage.

5. Don’t Wash Too Often

Washing too often can lead to the removal of essential oils in your hair which in turn makes your hair drier. Washing your hair 2-3 times a week helps to preserve your colour whilst keeping more moisture in your hair. If necessary, use dry shampoo between washes.

6. Rinse with Cool Water

How water can strip colour and moisture from your hair. Washing with lukewarm or cool water helps to keep your hair cuticle sealed, preventing colour from fading and dryness.

7. Silk Pillowcases

Cotton pillowcases absorb moisture from your hair and create friction and frizz. A satin or silk pillowcase reduces friction, collects less bacteria, and helps maintain hydration.

8. Regular Trims

Split ends can make dry, colour-treated hair look even worse. Getting a trim every 6-8 weeks keeps your hair looking fresh and tidy while getting rid of those dull, dead ends.

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Why Marula Oil is Great for Colour-Treated Hair

Marula Oil is a lightweight yet intensely nourishing oil that helps repair dry, colour-treated hair. It is rich in:

· Antioxidants – Protects hair from environmental damage.

· Essential Fatty Acids – Restores moisture and prevents dryness.

· Amino Acids – Has anti-aging, strengthening and hydrating properties.

Marula Oil is present within all our products, helping to keep your hair soft and hydrated while ensuring your colour is vibrant.

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Give Your Hair the Care It Deserves

We all know that colour-treated hair requires a little extra love, but with the right products and routine, you can keep your hair nourished, glossy and full of life. By choosing gentle, sulphate-free products like Moo & Yoo’s Miracle Shampoo, Conditioner, Mask and Milk, you are giving your hair the best chance to stay hydrated, strong, and protected.