Like most teenage girls, I used to love changing my hair with different at-home colour kits. I usually went red, sometimes added streaks of blonde and even considered going jet black. But then I let a few months pass between colourings shortly after turning twenty, and I remembered what a great natural hair colour I had. At that moment, I decided that I would stop colouring my hair and enjoy my own, natural tresses until my hair started going so grey that I had no choice but to dye it. At that point, I figured, I could go crazy with wild hair colours to my heart’s content.
I managed to fend off those days for quite awhile by yanking out the occasional grey hairs I found but now, at 35, I’m starting to think that I’m doing more damage to my hair by yanking out greys than I would be just dying it again! So I decided to take the plunge and colour my untouched hair for the first time in about 15 years…with a little help from Vidal Sassoon! The company’s new Salonist hair colour promised a salon-quality colouring experience due to a system that treats roots and lengths separately.
Choosing a colour was the biggest first step. I asked my fiance if I should pick a colour that was drastically different, slightly different or as close to my natural colour as possible. He thought that switching my colour up a bit with a slightly different change sounded fun, so I decided to go with a colour that I had a bit of past experience with and picked up two boxes of Vidal Sassoon Salonist Medium Reddish Brown.
Applying this hair colour is a little bit different than most hair dyes. Instead of a bottle that squeezes the dye onto the hair, a bowl and brush are used to paint the roots of the hair. It was a bit of a messy job because I have so much hair to work with, but I managed to get the roots painted fairly quickly. Then I added a special serum to the remaining dye, scooped it up and worked it through the lengths of my hair with my hands. Again, with so much hair, this was a process that took some work and I’m not altogether sure that I didn’t miss a spot or two. But I eventually finished and waited 30 minutes for the dye to saturate my strands.
Then it was time to rinse it out, dry my hair and see the results! I loved the deep conditioner that came with the Vidal Sassoon Salonist hair colour; it left my hair so soft, smooth and manageable. And soon my hair was dry so I could see the results of the dye. I have to say, I found that my hair looked more reddish purple than reddish brown. Working with hair that hadn’t been coloured or treated in any way, I’m not sure why I would have ended up with that distinct tinge to my tresses. But once I’d adjusted to the change, I loved my new look!
I also really noticed the way the separate root treatment added dimension to the colour. I actually thought at first that my roots were more red than the rest of my hair; something that’s usually opposite since the lengths tend to be dryer and soak up more dye. But after studying my tresses in the sunlight, I noticed that my hair had great overall colour and brightness; I just noticed the roots since the top of my head was reflecting the light more!
Have you been wanting to change up your look too? Vidal Sassoon wants to help, and give you the chance to review its Salonist hair colour at the same time! TWENTY lucky Mommy Kat and Kids readers are going to win a coupon for free Vidal Sassoon Salonist hair colour worth $15 so that they can post a review on pgeveryday.ca. Even better, when you post your review and send me a screenshot, you’ll be entered to win a $100 gift card too! To enter to win, just leave a blog comment letting me know you agree to post a review of Vidal Sassoon Salonist Hair Colour on pgeveryday.ca.
Because my ends were split and dry even before I dyed my hair, I decided that I would also schedule a haircut and style after I tried the Vidal Sassoon Salonist hair colour. And when my hair was cut, I loved my new look even more! It was fresh, youthful and fun, a new lighthearted style for springtime. And if I get tired of the colour, I’ll just use the Salonist Medium Golden Brown to go back to a colour that’s more natural. But one thing is certain: now that I’m back to dying my hair, I’ll likely stick with it. Being able to change up my look and get professional results at home in just half an hour is so easy and tons of fun. It’s the perfect way to add new life to your hair, and the results are sure to have you smiling!
Lynn Duchesne says
Looks great! I have been colouring my hair at home for many years. I have not tried the Salonist hair colour. Thanks for the chance! I will for sure Review on pgeveryday.ca
Lynda Cook says
I would love to review this product, I was just telling my mother I was thinking of changing my hair colour, this would be awesome to be choosen!!!
Judy Cowan says
Would love to review this product, just got my hair cut and it could use a new colour.
Brenda Penton says
I agree to review Vidal Sassoon Salonist Hair Colour on pgeveryday.ca if I win.
Dar says
I would like to review this product, i haven’t tried it or havent had any one i know that has tried it.
I like the colour you choose it matches your skin tone nicely.
Florence Cochrane says
I agree to review Vidal Sassoon Salonist Hair Colour on pgeveryday.ca if I win. My hubby puts my colour in the place I find had to reach.
Maria says
Would be awesome to review this product
Josie says
YES! I agree to review Vidal Sassoon Salonist Hair Colour on pgeveryday.ca if I win! Thanks for the shot!
Michelle W says
I agree to review Vidal Sassoon Salonist Hair Colour on pgeveryday.ca if I win!
Heather Howard says
I was going to make an appointment to get my hair done next week. ..this would save me dome money. โบ Thank you for the opportunity! And Yes I would review and post for sure!
Tara says
I definitely agree..i really like the colour you picked too.
Kathy downey says
I will for sure Review on pgeveryday.ca. I really need a new color update for Spring my color is faded out
lori b says
I agree to view the product
Juliee Fitze says
Yes i would do a review for them.
Kim K says
I agree to review the Vidal Sassoon Salonist Hair Colour on pgeveryday.ca if I win!
Kelly Baker says
I agree to review Vidal Sassoon Salonist Hair Colour on pgeveryday.ca if I win!
lisa bolduc says
Sure do agreee, i love changing my hair colour up!
Jonnie says
I would be happy to review this on pgeveryday.ca. I was just admiring my greys this morning in the mirror while I straightened my hair
Jennifer Inkster says
I would love to leave a review! I knew spring color would be great!
Elena says
I’d love to try this out and write a review. I’m always up to experiment with hair colour.
Wendy Gage says
ne er tried this brand of hair dye love to have a chance to so I agree to review Vidal Sassoon Salonist Hair Colour on pgeveryday.ca if I win
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Jenn Beckett @jennpup says
I agree to post a review of Vidal Sassoon Salonist Hair Colour on pgeveryday.ca.
Ashley says
I agree to review Vidal Sassoon Hair Colour on pgeveryday.ca if I win.
Gizele says
I agree to review Vidal Sassoon Salonist Hair Colour on pgeveryday.ca if I win.
KAREN MADSEN says
oh do i need one of these my hair is so horrible looking more grey than color should be
i cant afford anything so this would be so nice to try i love your products so id like to try dying my hair and see if i love your hair dye as well
Catherine Cole says
Would love to try and review
MOHAMMAD ANJUM says
love to review
Dianne Melnick says
I agree ๐
Jo Ann McPhee says
My favorite hair color!!!! Would love to win this. Nice early birthday gift
Sean M says
We will try to put together a review
charityk says
i agree to review it if i win
heidi c. says
I wold definitely do a review of this product.
Erika Letson says
Yes, I agree to do the review! Thanks for the chance!
Karla Sceviour says
YES,I agree to review it,,would love to!!
Ashley J says
Yes, I agree to review Vidal Sassoon Salonist Hair Colour on pgeveryday.ca if I win.
Christine D says
Would love to try and review!
Jamie hall says
Yes I would review on pgeveryday.ca if I win
Tasha says
Love! Love! LOVE! Your new colour! Super excited to try this brand. I love changing up my hair colour! ๐ I agree to review Vidal Sassoon Salonist Hair Colour on pgeveryday.ca
Carol Denny says
Yes I agree to review Vidal Sassoon Salonist Hair Colour on pgeveryday.ca if I win.
sabina edwards says
I would agree to post an honest review. I have greys, I’m 52, and my hair does need to be done. Most of the take home stuff doesn’t cover grey very well. So whether this is free or not, doesn’t mean I’ll lie if it doesnt work well
sabina Edwards says
I really enjoyed this win!! Not only did it give me full coverage and made me feel better about myself but it also showed me how to do the reviews on the site, which I never really thought of to do. And a big congrats to whomever won the gift card.
Cheryl says
I would love to try and review this! I dye my hair only at home and would love to try this
Silvia D says
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SweetPanda says
I agree to review Vidal Sassoon Salonist Hair Colour on pgeveryday.ca if I win
Wendy hutton says
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ivy pluchinsky says
Yes If i win i agree to post a review
DORIS HUMBER says
Yes, I most definitely will do a review if I win.
Cheryl says
I would love to review!!
Louise Gilbert says
I would love to review this product. I’m heading to the salon next week
Wanda Tracey says
I would love the opportunity to try the Vidal Sasson hair dye
and to post a review of Vidal Sassoon Salonist Hair Colour on #pgeveryday.ca.
That would be exciting and I have all my fingers crossed to try this lovely product.
I love dyeing my hair for a new look and this would be the perfect time to look my best
for a new spring look! ๐