AlbertColor Editorial | NYC Hair Color Insights by a Master Colorist
Insights on hair color, technique, and maintenance—written from Albert’s chair in Midtown Manhattan.
These articles explore balayage, gray blending, lived-in color, and long-term hair health,
supporting the personalized services offered at AlbertColor.
Why “Low-Maintenance” Hair Color Still Needs Maintenance (Just Less Often)
Low-maintenance hair color isn’t “no maintenance”—it’s smarter maintenance. Here’s what still matters (glossing, tone, hydration, and timing), how often you actually need to come in, and how to keep your color looking expensive between appointments—without living at the salon.
Keratin Treatments and Hair Color Longevity: What Actually Lasts Longer (and Why)
Keratin treatments can improve how hair looks and feels—but their impact on color longevity depends on timing, formulation, and hair type. Here’s what actually lasts longer, and why.
Keratin Treatments & Hair Color Longevity
Keratin treatments can enhance hair color—or quietly work against it. This guide explains how timing, formulation, and hair condition determine whether keratin supports color longevity or compromises it.
When Keratin Treatments Make Hair Color Look Better (and When They Don’t)
Keratin treatments don’t change hair color—but when used correctly, they can dramatically improve how color looks, feels, and lasts.
Why Hair Color Maintenance Feels Different as We Get Older
Hair color maintenance changes over time—not because style disappears, but because hair and priorities evolve. Here’s how to approach color more realistically as your needs shift.
Who Gray Blending Is Not For
Gray blending isn’t right for everyone. Learn who this low-maintenance gray hair approach is not for—and why the wrong technique can create frustration instead of ease.
How to Maintain Gray Hair After Blending (Without Purple Shampoo Overload)
Modern gray blending reduces maintenance—but only if you know what actually matters. Learn how to care for blended gray hair without overusing purple shampoo or locking yourself into constant upkeep.
How to Transition to Gray Hair Gracefully (Without Harsh Lines or Awkward Phases)
Transitioning to gray hair doesn’t have to be awkward. Discover how modern color techniques soften regrowth, preserve dimension, and help you move away from full coverage with confidence and ease.
The In-Between Phase: What Really Happens When You Stop Coloring Gray Hair
Stopping full gray coverage doesn’t have to mean harsh lines or awkward grow-out. Learn how to transition to gray hair gracefully with modern, low-maintenance techniques.
Gray Blending in NYC: Natural Coverage Without Harsh Regrowth
Gray blending is a modern approach to softening gray hair without harsh regrowth or frequent touch-ups. Discover how dimensional color creates natural, lived-in results that grow out beautifully.