Color Afro curly hair, and you can do it without damaging curls if you follow the right methods and techniques. The approach will save curls from damage when coloring them. The very first step of curl protection will be the choice of a gentle color. There are semi-permanent and demi-permanent dyes that are suitable in this case since they deposit color without your natural pigment, thus less toxicity to chemicals like ammonia or peroxide, which dries curls and weakens the hair structure.
Make sure your hair is healthy and moisturized before you start any kind of coloring. Afro curly hair is always drier because of its structure, so it should constantly be hydrated. It is more efficient to begin the deep conditioning treatments a few weeks before color application it. This way, curls will gain a healthy, protected core that lessens the drying effects of the color applied.
Apply it only through the ends or choose sections instead of doing the full head application, letting some of the hair sections stand out. That way, your roots won't be affected by the dyes damaging them, and your curls will hold their shape and even elasticity. Be careful about the instructions given for the dye, and do not over-process them.
Directly after coloring, develop a hair care routine that maintains moisture. Sulfate-free, color-safe shampoos and conditioners that won't strip the color or the natural oils from your hair will be ideal. Do a deep conditioning treatment along with a protein-rich mask once weekly to nourish the hair and enhance curl definition.
Limit heat styling to prevent extra stress on colored curls, and where possible, try protective styles. Using these tips and keeping moisture top of priority, you can have gorgeous, vibrant colors with healthy, bouncy afro curls.
