Ring-lighting Is the Low Maintenance Hair Color Technique That Makes Your Eyes Pop

These services have been sped-up too, to fit more seamlessly into our schedules vs adding a full head of highlights to achieve some extra dimension. “We’re hearing from clients that they are finding it increasingly difficult to visit the salon for a lengthy amount of time due to commitments like childcare, so these speedy services are a great way for them to maintain their color and also have a moment of me-time, which is as important as ever,” explains Reed.

“The L’Oréal Professionnel Speedy Services (which include halo highlighting) are a collection of clever techniques to pep-up color in-between services in a fraction of the time,” he says. “Some of these techniques may take just 45 minutes depending on hair type. The techniques take into consideration how each client is wearing their hair at the moment.”

In terms of what to ask for once you have an appointment booked, “a thorough consultation is really key,” Reed says. It’s worth making your colorist aware of your lifestyle – how you usually style your hair and how long you have to do it – so they can customize your hair color to meet your new needs. “If you are wearing your hair up a lot at the moment, tell them, if you don’t want something that requires regular refreshes, discuss this too, so that you are able to decide options based on your current lifestyle.”

As for maintenance, “it’s always important to upkeep color at home, this can be done by using regular masks and color care shampoos. The L’Oréal Professionnel Vitamino Collection is my go to,” says Adam. He also recommends reapplying hair oil throughout the day whenever you feel your hair needs moisture – especially now we’re heading into the colder months, so stick your fave formula on your desk. 

This story originally appeared on Glamour UK.