Advice from Stace

Hair care and aftercare advice for healthier-looking hair.

Practical aftercare for colour, blonde, permed, dry and damaged hair—plus everyday habits that help your cut, condition and colour look their best between appointments.

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After your appointment

Help your results last for longer.

Your own hair and treatment always come first. Use these tips as a helpful starting point, then follow the personal advice Stace gives you at your appointment.

Colour and highlights

Protect vibrancy and condition after a colour service.

  • Follow your appointment advice about when to wash your hair; around 48 hours is often recommended.
  • Wash with lukewarm rather than very hot water.
  • Choose colour-safe shampoo and conditioner.
  • Use heat protection before blow-drying or styling.
  • Book maintenance before regrowth or fading becomes difficult to manage.

Blonde and toner

Keep blonde hair bright without sacrificing softness.

  • Use purple or blue-toning products only as directed—too much can leave hair dull or overly cool.
  • Alternate toning care with a nourishing conditioner or mask.
  • Reduce unnecessary heat and always apply heat protection.
  • Arrange a toner refresh when warmth returns.
  • Be gentle when brushing, especially while the hair is wet.

Permed or chemically treated hair

Give newly treated hair time and gentle care.

  • Follow the exact washing and styling guidance given at your appointment.
  • Use moisturising products suited to chemically treated hair.
  • Avoid tight bands and rough brushing while the hair settles.
  • For curls, gently scrunch and use a diffuser on a lower heat.
  • Keep up with conditioning treatments and regular trims.

Dry or damaged hair

Build a consistent routine that reduces further stress.

  • Use a gentle shampoo and concentrate conditioner on the lengths and ends.
  • Add a suitable mask or treatment rather than layering too many products.
  • Blot with a soft towel instead of rubbing.
  • Lower the temperature of heated tools and avoid repeated passes.
  • Trim split or weakened ends before they travel further up the hair.

Everyday care

Small habits make a real difference.

Wash and condition well

Choose products for your scalp, hair type and treatment. Rinse thoroughly, keep very hot water to a minimum and apply conditioner mainly through the mid-lengths and ends.

Protect hair from heat

Apply heat protection before blow-drying, straightening or curling. Use the lowest effective temperature and let hair partly air-dry when practical.

Brush and sleep gently

Detangle from the ends upwards with a suitable brush or wide-tooth comb. Avoid going to bed with soaking-wet hair and use soft, snag-free ties.

Regular trims

Why frequent cutting helps.

Regular trims remove worn and split ends, preserve the shape of your style and can make the hair look fuller and healthier. Leaving split ends for too long can allow damage to move further up the strand, meaning more may need to be removed later.

A useful factCutting does not make hair grow faster because growth happens at the scalp. It can, however, reduce breakage and help you retain healthier-looking length.
Hair or styleUseful starting point
Short or precision stylesEvery 4–6 weeks
Mid-length styles and maintained shapeEvery 6–10 weeks
Long hair in good conditionEvery 8–12 weeks
Damaged, splitting or heavily treated endsPersonal plan, often sooner

These are general guides, not fixed rules. Your ideal timing depends on your style, condition, chemical services and goals.

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Hair care questions

Helpful answers before your next visit.

How often should I have my hair cut?

It depends on your hair, style and goals. Short or precision styles often benefit from a trim every 4 to 6 weeks, while many longer styles can go 8 to 12 weeks. Stace can suggest a routine that suits you.

Do regular trims make hair grow faster?

No. Hair grows from the scalp, so trimming does not speed up growth. Regular trims can remove split ends, reduce breakage and help the hair keep a healthier, fuller-looking shape.

How soon can I wash freshly coloured hair?

Follow the advice given at your appointment. In many cases, waiting around 48 hours gives the colour time to settle. Use lukewarm water and products intended for colour-treated hair.

How can I keep blonde or toned hair looking fresh?

Use the toning and conditioning products recommended for your hair, avoid overusing purple shampoo and protect it from excessive heat. Book a toner refresh when the tone begins to fade.

Which products should I use after my appointment?

That depends on your hair condition, treatment and routine. Stace can recommend suitable professional products, and selected aftercare is available in the Stylez at Yours shop.

What should I do if my scalp or hair reacts after a treatment?

Stop using any product that appears to cause irritation and seek appropriate medical advice if symptoms are severe or persist. Contact Stace if you need to check which products were used during your appointment.

Ready for advice tailored to your hair?

Request your next appointment and Stace can recommend a care routine that fits your hair, treatment and lifestyle.