L'Oréal Colorista Spray Grey Hair Colour, 75 ml (Pack of 1)

Just as blondes’ lighter hairs are more prone to becoming discoloured as a result of the environment and the chemicals they’re exposed to, the same is true of grey hairs. Using violet or blue-pigmented formulas will help to impart an icy fresh, youth-boosting finish to the hair, lifting its natural hues. Wood’s own Colour Shade Shot Gloss in Icy Blonde is both a semi-permanent colour and a hair treatment, which rids hair of any cigarette stain-esque yellow tinge while delivering hair-bolstering quinoa protein and moisturising shea butter. This is the strongest hair spray I’ll use before it gets too hard and stops looking natural,” says Mouzakis of this firm hold choice. He points out that you can still brush your hair after spraying it on and adds that he likes spraying a bit on palms, then smoothing them over flyaways along the part and hairline. Its super-duty strength also makes it a nice choice for updos. There's a catch, though: If you have ultra-light, natural hair, even temporary color might wind up being more permanent. "The darker the temporary color and the lighter the hair, the longer it will take the color to wash out," warns O'Connor. It won't necessarily ruin your natural hair color, but it may alter it for a bit longer than you hoped for. What is the best temporary hair dye?No, says Ziani. "Today’s formulas are better because the spray cans are regulated and use propellants such as hydrocarbons and compressed gases like nitrous oxide that do not deplete the ozone layer, a smart move for beauty in anyone's book." John Mouzakis is a stylist and co-owner of 3rd Coast Salon in Chicago. He has over a decade of experience in the industry, working as both a hairstylist and educator across the globe.

Hair chalk is great: because of its opacity, it typically shows up on every hair color. To use, simply wet your hair, separate it into sections, then run the chalk down your strands. It lasts 2-4 shampoos. Temporary hair dyes make it easy to switch up your color using a non-permanent hair dye alternative — you’ll score tons of compliments, and the best part? It’s only temporary! S emi-permanent hair dye lasts at least a week. "Semi-permanent hair color molecules are larger, so they don't penetrate into the hair and instead act as a stain in the cuticle layer of the hair," explains Diaz.Hair texture can, indeed, change once you have gone gray," says Dr. Francesca Fusco, a dermatologist at Wexler Dermatology in New York City. "Of course, other things will influence it as well. For example, chemical treatments, overuse of heating tools like blow-dryers and flat irons, dyes, and bleaches — and a very oily scalp which can be seen in dandruff. White or gray hair can sometimes, but not always, be coarse, wiry, dry hair, and be difficult to manage." Similarly, grey hair can often feel coarse, dry and unmanageable, so hydrating products are essential to keep it soft, shiny and as sleek as possible. Mouzakis also likes this hairspray, largely for its versatility. Simply by turning the top nozzle, you can adjust the hold to your desired level: soft, medium, or strong, he says. (Plus, it’s also safe for extensions and color-treated hair.) And while it is a little bit on the pricier side, think of it like you’re getting three hairsprays for the price of one. li>

Colored hairspray is exactly what it sounds like — hairspray with added color! Each application lasts about 2-4 shampoos. Use these [color-depositing] products once every three weeks, because they add pigment to the hair," she explains. "If you use them during every wash, it will cause too much build-up of pigment which can make the hair look darker or even purple!" Hairspray is made to hold your finished style in place and also tame frizz and flyaways,” explains Mouzakis. Brushable, more flexible hold options are also great to use before a heat tool, such as a curling iron, to help set your style in place as you create it, he adds. Want a glossy finish? Deploy this finishing mist once hair is styled to reap the benefits of mullein, a flower extract that converts invisible UV light into full spectrum light.Absolutely not! In fact, the less-damaging dye is the only dye you should be using on your hair outside of the salon."Temporary hair color is a whole different ballgame," says Diaz. "There is no possibility for damage." Just make sure you switch to a color-safe shampoo to preserve any temporary color. ul>