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Did you decide to go back to the salon? I think they probably could (or should) do something. Hope it all works out.

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Paul Mitchell Baby Shampoo! Really great shampoo, clean scent, conditioning but removes tint. PM Awaphuii also strips tint.
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Usually in about 3 to 4 washings my color is ok. Baking soda mixed with my shampoo helps it go a little faster.

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On 7/18/2014 Kathleen said:

I use Go Blonder shampoo day after I color to lighten it a bit.

Thank you for posting this Kathleen. I don't color but I'm looking for a boost. Do you know if it will tone gray? I have a streak.

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I am a salon girl since my early 20s, but I was between salons and I found this good stylist at a Hair Cuttery. I was surprised she was there because she seems like a salon caliber person and I was happy - seemed like a win/win - good quality cut at a decent price. I have been going there for a while and I always tip her very well (avg 30% -40%). And I have referred several other women to the store. So that is where my hair was colored yesterday.

I did stop in there but my stylist wasn't there and they weren't too concerned. When I tried to explain myself, was met with some blank stares. The lady I talked to got big eyes when I said I have been trying to get some color out at home and it seemed like they were going to say it was great color but I ruined it. I was still pretty upset about it so I just left.

It is time to go back to trying out different salons until I find a good stylist again because I want salon quality results.

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On 7/18/2014 Kathleen said:

I use Go Blonder shampoo day after I color to lighten it a bit.

I might do that the day after I color because mine is always too dark but it doesn't cover if I don't. The other treatments should too harsh for my hair.

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On 7/19/2014 sun8shine said:

I am a salon girl since my early 20s, but I was between salons and I found this good stylist at a Hair Cuttery. I was surprised she was there because she seems like a salon caliber person and I was happy - seemed like a win/win - good quality cut at a decent price. I have been going there for a while and I always tip her very well (avg 30% -40%). And I have referred several other women to the store. So that is where my hair was colored yesterday.

I did stop in there but my stylist wasn't there and they weren't too concerned. When I tried to explain myself, was met with some blank stares. The lady I talked to got big eyes when I said I have been trying to get some color out at home and it seemed like they were going to say it was great color but I ruined it. I was still pretty upset about it so I just left.

It is time to go back to trying out different salons until I find a good stylist again because I want salon quality results.

No need to give up that easily, Sun.

Why don't you call ahead to get your stylist's schedule, and continue to make your cut, trim, and/or color appointments with her specifically?

It seems you've been very satisfied with her.

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I echo trying Sally Beauty if you have one close by. A few years ago, my husband was experimenting with Just For Men...wanted to cover some grays...yep, got his hair too dark. Anyway, we went to Sally and they had a product they recommended. I can't remember the name, but it absolutely worked. He washed with it 2-3 times...it definitely took the harsh, dark color out.

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I did the Prell thing 2x yesterday and then sprayed in peroxide at night and again this AM. Everything I have done has brought it up to a dark brown shade. The prell thing really worked well and so did the peroxide.

I do not plan to continue with the stylist anymore. I'll find a new salon.

Again thanks everyone.

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On 7/20/2014 sun8shine said:

I did the Prell thing 2x yesterday and then sprayed in peroxide at night and again this AM. Everything I have done has brought it up to a dark brown shade. The prell thing really worked well and so did the peroxide.

I do not plan to continue with the stylist anymore. I'll find a new salon.

Again thanks everyone.

I bet it looks great now. Glad it worked for you finally.