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We also chatted with hairstylists and editors about what makes these products so divine.
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Plus, it comes with enough dye for two applications, so you get more bang for your buck.
Pair it with DpHue’seditor-approvedGloss+to bring your hair color back to life, from roots to ends.
Tester feedback: After her first tango with the kit, executive beauty editorJenny Baillywas in love.
“I have naturally medium brown hair with blonde highlights throughout and used the dark blonde shade.
I woke up the next morning to a perfect matchand no grays.
Before my next trip.”
“It makes your hair appear fuller, especially in photos.”
The whole affair only takes 10 minutes, making it easy to slot into any routine.
This TikTok favorite is intensely pigmented and stays put through whateverno transfer, smudging, or dusting involved.
It blends seamlessly and keeps all your bases covered.
That sounds pretty good to us.
Lorena Martinez Valdes, a colorist at Maxine Salon in Chicago also vouches for its vibrant color payoff.
“It focuses on increasing the shine level, which many at-home color kits lack,” she notes.
Infused with (you guessed it)keratin, this powder does more than conceal.
Rain, shine, snow, sleetit won’t budge and looks natural all day.
The powder formula is also infused withsqualane, which gives it conditioning abilities that leave hairsmooth and shiny.
TheUV-fightingformula dries down to a grippy, powdery-but-not-too-powdery finish that functions a bit likedry shampooby absorbingexcess oil.
It comes in a ton of colors and looks beautiful on blondes.
you might choose between five variations of brown hues for an as-close as-possible color match.
The pigments adapt once you spray it on for an even closer match, and the formula sets instantly.
Its sponge applicator offers precise tool and dispenses color evenly without streaking or over-saturating strands.
This temporary touch-up stick effortlessly conceals grown-out roots and grays without any downtime.
Haliti says this spray-on formula is incredibly easy to use, dries instantly, and stays put between shampoos.
Each can has 25 doses, which should keep you covered between appointments.
And at $12 a can?
Go ahead and grab two for even more long-lastingness.
“It comes with a foolprooflittle brushthat makes system a breeze,” she says.
Plus, it’s available in 14 shades, a.k.a.
you’ve got plenty to choose from.
Step one of choosing a root touch-up product is finding the right shadeeasier said than done.
That’s why it helps to call in reinforcements.
That doesn’t necessarily mean a trip back to the salon.
Some colorists, like bicoastal expertRachel Bodt, even offer FaceTime consultations.
“Picking the right shade can be so overwhelming,” she says.
“FaceTiming is a great way to connect with my customers and help people.”
Once your shade is settled, it’s time to choose your format.
The right pick can depend on how much product you’re comfortable using.
“Sprays are great further from the hairline and on your part.
It can cover that up, but you don’t want to spray too much near your face.”
Toth recommends shakers for areas with thinning and powders with brushes forhairline recession.
Speed is another factor.
If you need quick, on-the-go coverage, a compact powder or spray is your best bet.
For a more comprehensive camouflage, a dye will seal the deal.
Should people with highlights cover up roots differently than people with grays?
For those covering gray growth on non-colored hair, the process is a bit more forgiving.
Testers considered performance across four primary categories: efficacy, texture and experience, fragrance, and packaging.
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