Can I Color My Hair After Japanese Thermal Reconditioning?

One of the most common questions we hear after a Japanese Thermal Reconditioning appointment is whether it is safe to color the hair afterward. The short answer is yes, but there are a few things worth knowing before you schedule your color appointment.

WAIT AT LEAST FOUR WEEKS

After your JTR treatment, we recommend waiting a minimum of four weeks before coloring or highlighting your hair. The treatment alters the structure of your hair at a molecular level, and coloring too soon adds additional stress to hair that is still in its recovery period. Giving your hair a full month to stabilize before introducing another chemical process leads to better results and healthier hair overall. 

TALK TO YOUR STYLIST BEFORE YOUR JTR APPOINTMENT

If you are planning to color your hair and are also considering Japanese Thermal Reconditioning, bring it up during your consultation. The order and timing of these services can affect the outcome of both, and your stylist will be able to put together a plan that works for your hair specifically. Coming in with a clear picture of what you want makes it much easier to get there.

USE YOUR JTR STYLIST FOR COLOR IF POSSIBLE

If you do decide to color your hair after your JTR treatment, we recommend using the same stylist who performed your Japanese Thermal Reconditioning. Your JTR stylist is already familiar with your hair's history and condition, which puts them in the best position to tailor the color process to your specific situation. This is especially important for more complex color work like highlights or balayage on JTR treated hair.

THE BOTTOM LINE

Coloring your hair after Japanese Thermal Reconditioning is absolutely possible and many of our clients do it regularly. The key is giving your hair enough time to recover first and communicating openly with your stylist so they can guide you through the process safely.

If you have questions about combining JTR with color services, our team at Junko Hair Studios in Atlanta is happy to talk through your options during a consultation.