I've gone through my fair share of at-home hair treatments, from the blonde highlights trend of my elementary school years to my most recent foray into purple ombré. That's the fun of hair. You can manipulate and alter it in many ways and if you don't like it you can chop it off, let it grow out, or dye it back to its original color. Because of this fleeting nature, I preferred to drop as little money as possible on my hair color changes.
My glib attitude was always betrayed by a nagging feeling that I wasn't doing my hair health any favors. Anyone who has taken a whiff of the harsh, ammonia-filled dyes is probably also having second thoughts. "But I am cheap," I remind myself as I reach for a $10 box at the drugstore. My rationale is that I'm saving hundreds of dollars and hours spent in a salon chair.
The happy medium between these two extremes is Madison Reed, an online hair color brand that offers hair dye, root touch up, and other hair treatment products that are affordable and won't fry your hair.
If you still have questions, you can call or chat with a colorist.
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No one expects you to be an expert. You can also email photos of your hair to show the colorist your roots and ends.
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The how-to section offers guidance on what to do before, during, and after you color.
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If you're new to at-home coloring, this section should clear up any confusion or hesitation.
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You can make side-by-side comparisons of colors you are considering.
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Since the color quiz will give you multiple matches, this feature makes it easy to compare your choices. Feel free to compare your color with shades from all levels of the spectrum, but the site does warn you if a color could be too light or dark for your hair.
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The color quiz guides you to the right shade for your hair.
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You may not know how to actually achieve your desired look, but taking the color quiz before browsing through your options can help. You'll be asked questions about your natural hair color and what tones you'd like to add (e.g. hints of gold, ash, mahogany).
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Its prices are reasonable.
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All of its hair color and care products cost between $20 to $30. Accessories like bowls, brushes, and hair clips all cost $20 or less. You can save a few dollars by opting for a membership that includes auto-delivery at a schedule you select.
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It has removed many harsh ingredients found in other products.
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Its products do not contain the following ingredients: