Fact or Fiction: Is Your Hairspray Fading Your Expensive Hair Color?

You walk out of Muse Hair Studio with the perfect new balayage or vivid color. It's glossy, vibrant, and exactly what you wanted! But then, a few weeks later, it starts looking dull. Before you blame the shampoo, let's talk about a silent culprit sitting on your vanity: hairspray.

It's a common concern: Does hairspray fade your hair color? The short answer is, unfortunately, yes, it can — but only certain types.

Here’s why some traditional hairsprays can diminish your color, and how our Muse team recommends fixing it with color-safe alternatives.

The Science Behind the Fade: Alcohol is the Enemy

The main ingredient to watch out for in traditional, inexpensive hairsprays is a high concentration of alcohol (specifically, ethanol or denatured alcohol).

1. It strips moisture. Alcohol is designed to evaporate quickly to give you that firm hold. But as it evaporates, it can wick away your hair's natural moisture and the protective oils that keep your cuticle sealed.
2. It lifts the cuticle. When your hair is dry and the cuticle is rough, it leaves tiny openings. The color molecules are stored inside the hair shaft, and a lifted cuticle allows those molecules to literally "escape" faster every time you wash or style your hair.
3. The dull film. Many older formulas leave a stiff, dull film on the surface of your hair, which physically blocks the light reflection needed for that vibrant, salon-fresh shine.

If you are using a hairspray that leaves your hair stiff, crunchy, and dry, it is likely accelerating your hair color fading.

The Muse Solution: Pureology Hairsprays for Ultimate Color Protection

You don't have to give up hold or style! You just need to swap out that old can for a professional formula that works with your color, not against it. At Muse Hair Studio, our go-to recommendation for superior color protection in a hairspray is Pureology.

Pureology is renowned for its commitment to color-treated hair, and their hairsprays are no exception. Here’s why Pureology hairsprays are the ultimate solution:

• Patented AntiFade Complex: Pureology’s signature technology — often featuring ingredients like sunflower seed and a UV-A/UV-B filter — actively protects your hair color intensity and shine from environmental aggressors, including the sun's harsh UV rays (the #1 cause of color fade!).
• Zero Sulphate Formulas: Pureology products are 100% vegan and free of sulfates, which can strip color from your hair. This commitment extends to their styling line, ensuring gentle yet effective hold.
• Flexible Hold & Natural Movement: Designed to give you lasting hold without stiffness or crunch. They keep your style in place while allowing for natural movement, leaving your hair touchable and vibrant.
• Nourishing & Hydrating: Unlike drying alcohol-heavy sprays, Pureology formulas often incorporate nourishing ingredients to maintain your hair’s health and moisture balance, keeping the cuticle sealed and your color locked in.

Whether you need a light mist for natural movement or a stronger hold for an intricate style, there's a Pureology hairspray designed to protect your color and perfect your look.

Extend Your Color Investment: Our Stylist Tips

You invested in beautiful color at Muse Hair Studio. Here are a few final pro tips to protect it:

1. Spray from a distance: Hold the can 10–12 inches away and use quick, sweeping bursts. This ensures the product is distributed evenly and lightly.
2. Target, don’t blanket: Only apply hairspray where you need it (e.g., around the hairline for flyaways or under a curl for hold). Avoid misting the entire head out of habit.
3. Ask your stylist: During your next Haircut and Style consultation, ask your Muse stylist which Pureology hairspray they recommend for your color type. We’ll teach you the proper application technique to lock in vibrancy between appointments.

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Ready to swap your old, color-killing hairspray for a Pureology formula that protects your investment? Explore our haircut and color services, then book your appointment and we’ll help you choose the perfect routine:

• Book online: /book-appointment
• Call: (740) 513-5830