When getting your hair colored, there are a few things you should do to make the process go smoothly for you and your hair dresser. It important to make sure to not wash your hair with shampoo directly before an appointment. Having a natural layer acts as a barrier against chemicals in the color dye. Generally, avoid washing your hair with shampoo in the 24 hours before your appointment. Similarly, do not try to style your hair before getting it colored. It is best to leave it natural. To help your hair stylist, feel free to bring in ideas and photos for how you want your hair to be styled.

To keep your hair color looking fresh and not worn out, it is recommended that you get your hair colored every four to eight weeks. Getting your roots colored should be done every six weeks about and if you are just adding highlights to your hair, that should be done every two to four months depending on how visible you want your highlights to be.