Ombre Hair And The Best Product For Flawless Locks

Ombre hair is currently one of the most popular hair colour treatments and women are spotted sporting this look all over the world. The ombre look is trendy and not just because it is so beautiful. Many women love this look because it is so easy to maintain. With the right care, your ombre hairdo can stay stylish with minimal touch ups for up to six months. 

In this guide, we share some great tips on maintaining this two-tone look and we discuss the finest products to keep your locks as healthy as possible.

Achieving the Ombre Look

Achieving the perfect faded ombre hairstyle can be complex. Even experienced hairdressers often have a tough time creating that perfect fade and it is quite challenging to get a perfect hair tone or hue. 

If you don’t have some experience with bleaching and dying your hair then it is best to visit a salon for a professional finish. Once your ombre hairstyle has been well-established, this look can be kept in place for up to six months before you will need to go for a touchup.

Those with a little bit of experience and some good styling and colouring skills can achieve the ombre look at home. Here are some good products to consider when you are transforming your hair into this popular style.

01. Bleach

Ombre hair is usually lighter at the tips of the hair than at the roots with lots of wispy streaks stretching upwards all the way to your root. It is also common to see the ombre hairstyle accompanied by a money piece (face-framing highlights). If you are skilled at bleaching your hair then Powerplus 11 Level Lift Charcoal Bleach is a great product to use to lift up to 11 levels while removing unwanted yellow and orange tones from the hair. We also recommend using the BondiBoost Rapid Repair Serum after bleaching so your hair will look and feel healthy afterwards.

02. Toner or Colouring

Bleached hair always tends to look yellow or copperish, especially if you want a slightly darker ombre look. To combat the yellow or brassy hues, you will need to tone or colour the bleached hair. At HBP we have three great toners that can be ideal for achieving a perfect balayage tone. Cramer 10.17 Tone-on-Tone can be ideal for removing yellow hues from light balayage hair but they also offer additional hair colour toners that can combat the brassy hue or help you achieve a rosy-coloured ombre style. We also recommend toners by Fanola and CPR if you are looking for other hues. 

Maintaining the Ombre Look

After bleaching and toning your hair, you will need to take good care of your locks to ensure that they stay healthy, split-end and maintain a beautiful colour. Here are some strategies that can help you keep your locks beautiful throughout the months that follow your hair treatment.

01. Shampoo for Colour Treated Hair 

It is best to use a shampoo that won’t strip the toner out of your hair. A good toner shampoo can also help combat brassy or yellow tones. Try not to wash your hair too often since washing will remove the colour. Invest in a good dry shampoo if you have oily hair. If you are washing, try to use a neutral shampoo that won’t strip out too much colour or use purple shampoo to combat brassy tones. 

02. Conditioner for Colour Treated Hair

Deep conditioning treatments can be great for ombre hair, especially if you endured a rigorous bleaching session. We highly recommend a Collagen hair mask if your hair tips feel a bit fried. Using a purple conditioner or a blonde mask can soften your locks and might also help eliminate some brassiness of the bleached parts of your hair. 

03. Toner for Touch-Ups

After a few weeks, you might notice your hair revert to brassy or orange hues. These colours naturally occur when hair is bleached and the only way to get rid of it is by regularly using a toning conditioner or touching up your hair with a good toner. It is usually best to re-tone your hair three times a year or more often if you have a bright-coloured ombre look. 

HBP for The Finest Quality Hair Care Products

HBP Hair and Beauty is a great company to trust if you are looking for quality and safe hair care products. With our salon-quality products, you can safely and easily manage your ombre look and look your best at all times.