Apr 20, 2026

Your At-Home Routine for Coloured Hair: When to Tone & When to Treat

If your hair is starting to look a little dull or brassy between salon visits, don’t panic. You don’t always need an emergency appointment to get that "just-walked-out-of-the-salon" glow back. At Hair Gang, we swear by the MUVO range because it’s the ultimate toolkit for blondes, brunettes, and fashion-colour lovers to keep their shades vibrant, healthy, and high-shine from the comfort of their own shower.

When to Tone

Think of MUVO coloured shampoos as your colour’s "top-up." You’ll know it’s time to reach for the bottle when your blonde starts showing yellow "custard" tones, your brunette looks a bit too orange/rusty, or your reds begin to lose that initial punch.

Pro Tip: For your first go, apply your chosen MUVO coloured shampoo to clean, damp hair for just one to three minutes, then rinse. You can always leave it longer next time once you see how your hair grabs the pigment!

When to Treat

Toning pigments sit best on a healthy canvas. If your hair is parched, the colour can look "flat." We recommend rotating your toning days with hydration days.

Regular Wash Days: Use MUVO Totally Naked Shampoo for a gentle, everyday cleanse.
Heavy Build-up: If you’ve been hitting the gym or the pool, reach for MUVO Deep Cleansing Shampoo to strip away the "gunk" without stripping your soul.
The Finish: Always follow with MUVO Totally Naked Conditioner or a dedicated MUVO treatment seal the cuticle and lock that moisture in.

Why MUVO Conditioners & Treatments Matter

Conditioning isn't just an optional extra; it's your colour's insurance policy. A smooth cuticle reflects light, which is what gives your hair that "glassy" finish.

MUVO Totally Naked Conditioner: The daily hero for lightweight hydration.
MUVO Rapid 1 Minute Treatment: For when you’re in a rush but your hair needs a hug.
MUVO Therapy Mask: The big guns for deep nourishment and repair.

How to Avoid Over-Depositing

"Over-depositing" is when your hair drinks up too much pigment and starts looking muddy or darker than intended. To keep your colour crisp:

Don’t tone every wash. Every second or third wash is usually the sweet spot.
Start at the mid-lengths. If your ends are dry or porous, they will soak up colour faster. Apply to the roots/mids first and only run through the ends in the last minute.
The "Oops" Fix: If you’ve gone a bit too purple or too pink, wash immediately with MUVO Deep Cleansing Shampoo and leave it for 5-10 minutes. Use a scalp brush to help lift the excess pigment.

Ready to refresh your colour?

Stop letting your colour fade away! You can shop the full MUVO range right here at Hair Gang. Whether you need a litre-sized staple or a targeted treatment, we’ve got your back.