What is toner
Toning is a process that usually uses a demi or semi-permanent colour to help correct or personalise your previously lightened hair. As a result, it enhances the tone of your hair by adding either enhancing pigments like golds and beiges or correcting pigments like violet or blue. The latter will result in a cooler shade. Basic colour theory is crucial for achieving the right results. Since toning uses a demi or semi-permanent colour, your hair will benefit from enhanced shine and radiance.
Purple shampoo or conditioner that is used at home can also be used to tone your hair but are, unlike a salon toning process, less personalised and long lasting. However, these products are excellent to maintain a cool colour between salon appointments.
Why does hair turn yellow after lightening
Every time you lighten your hair, you will expose the underlying pigments of your hair. Your natural hair colour is a result of a mix of the three primary colours – red, blue & yellow. Bleach does a fantastic job in removing blue pigments, but has a harder time eliminating red and yellow. The ideal target we will always aim for is a pale yellow. Depending on your hairs natural depth (lightness) and your colour history, reaching pale yellow may be possible in one appointment.
What causes hair to become yellow over time
There are many factors that can change lightened or naturally grey hair to a yellow colour. These include:
- Air pollution
- Hard water
- Sun exposure
- Chlorine and other pool chemicals
- Colour-treatment fading
How to avoid hair turning yellow over time
Due to the above mentioned causes, there are a few things you can do at home to minimise the appearance of yellow hues in your hair.
In addition to your existing hair care regime
Kevin Murphy Maxi wash
Detox shampoo to remove impurities and product build up. To be used only once a week.
Evo Fabuloso Platinum
Use shampoo or conditioner every 3rd or 4th time to effectively reduce unwanted yellow tones.
