The Root of the Problem

Okay, it's high time that I had my roots done. The last time I went in to have it colored, it was June 23. Yikes. Since my chosen color is a little lighter than my natural color, and I have gray hairs I need to disguise, this is becoming more than a little obvious, even on my curly hair. It's just been so hard to find time to schedule an appointment! Fortunately, there are a few products that can help you stretch out the time between appointments while still remaining stylish:

1. Color Mark: This liquid hair color dries quickly and covers gray completely. It comes in a dozen colors, and it really works, though it takes a bit more time than a mascara or crayon. $19.95
2. Roux Tween Time: A classic. This coloring crayon is best for touching up small areas, like the hairline. About $9
3. Hair Mascaras: There are many brands of these, or you can simply use waterproof mascara, although you won't get the color selection. A few to try include Christian Dior Color Flash for Hair and GreyFree Touch Up Mascara.
4. Coloring shampoos and conditioners: These can be a great way to keep your color vibrant between appointments. ArtEc makes the best formulas, and your colorist should be able to help you choose one, as you don't want to alter your expensive hair color! Unfortunately, these are not as effective at covering gray hair.