This ‘Recession Hair Dye’ Saves Shoppers With Color-Treated Hair Thousands of Dollars

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We are in—to use everyone’s favorite word—unprecedented times. And with all of the uncertainty comes doubts and concerns about the economy. Although we aren’t technically in a recession yet, inflation rates continue to rise, and necessary expenses like groceries and gas aren’t exactly kind to our wallets. Hence, our budgets look different from this time last year. 

If you’re like us and taking a long, hard look at your expenses, salon visits might not be as high up on the priority list—or at least not as frequent as they once were. Maybe you’ve already tried your hand (pun intended) at TikTok’s recession nails trend, have ordered an at-home wax kit, or are wondering how to laminate your eyebrows at home. Maybe you’re even considering giving your locks a fresh coat of color. 
Before you reach for that box dye—which can be a temporary fix but cause lasting damage—consider extending the life of your salon ‘do with a hair gloss that can actually support healthier-looking hair instead.

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dpHUE Gloss+

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The dpHUE Gloss+ is a semi-permanent hair gloss that can revitalize natural and color-treated hair for a richer and shinier finish. It comes in 13 different shades, including a clear gloss if you’re traumatized from past at-home hair dye experiences but still want to give yourself a good refresh. This is more than just a color refresh, though. It’s a conditioning formula that is designed without all of those harsh chemicals (including ammonia) and can soften and smooth out strands for a salon-worthy style. 

Some customers call this product a “secret” they “wish they knew sooner.” While others swear by it as an alternative to bleaching, explaining that it’s “perfect for their needs” and actually leaves their hair “significantly shinier” than before. And many say one bottle can go a long way, depending on your hair length and thickness. “I’ve used about half the bottle so far, three different applications,” one customer notes. “I have shoulder-length hair and I didn’t even use half the bottle,” says another.

Size: 6.5 oz
Shades: 13 

Example of How dpHUE Levels Up Hair Color:

Brown

Copper

Considering how easy it is to use, this is a budget-friendly way to keep your color looking more vibrant for months.