How to Maintain Your Blonde Between Salon Visits
Blonde hair looks stunning, but it also requires extra care to keep it bright, healthy, and free from brassiness. Without the right routine, your colour can fade, turn dull, or feel dry. The good news? With a few simple habits and the right products, you can stretch the time between salon visits while keeping your blonde looking fresh and luminous.
Here are our top tips at Hiem Hair, Auckland’s blonde specialists, to help you maintain your colour and shine between appointments.
Use a Purple Shampoo & Conditioner
One of the biggest struggles blondes face is brassiness, those unwanted yellow or orange tones that appear over time. A purple shampoo and conditioner is your first line of defence. The violet pigments work to neutralise warm undertones and keep your blonde looking cool and clean.
We recommend using purple shampoo once or twice a week, depending on your hair type and how quickly brassiness develops. For best results, pair it with a nourishing conditioner to balance moisture and prevent dryness.
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Protect from Heat & Sun
Auckland’s mix of sunshine and humidity can be tough on blonde hair. UV rays can fade colour, while heat styling weakens and dries out strands. To protect your blonde:
Always apply a heat protectant spray before using straighteners, curling irons, or a blow dryer.
Use a UV-protection product or wear a hat if you’re spending long hours in the sun.
Limit heat styling where possible and embrace natural textures when you can.
These small steps go a long way in preserving your blonde and keeping it healthy.
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Regular Toners & Gloss Treatments
Even with the best at-home care, blondes often need a refresh in the salon. Toners and gloss treatments help to:
Neutralise brassiness
Restore shine
Revive faded colour
At Hiem Hair, we recommend booking a toner or gloss every 6–8 weeks between your full colour appointments. This quick service can completely revive your blonde, making it look freshly done without the full process.
Moisture Masks & Treatments
Lightened hair is more porous, meaning it loses moisture easily and can become brittle if not cared for properly. A hydrating mask or deep treatment once a week will help restore softness and prevent breakage.
Look for products with nourishing ingredients like keratin, argan oil, or shea butter. If your hair feels extra dry or damaged, consider an in-salon treatment at Hiem for a more intensive repair boost.
