Confession time: I’ve never used all-over permanent hair color before. I’ve gotten it highlighted maybe 3 times in my life, and always just a shade lighter blonde. After going through a turbulent year filled with breakups and career changes, I decided it was time to lean into some self-love and self-care while heading into the New Year. And what better way to glow-up and kick off 2024 strong than coloring my hair?
A friend of mine had tried Madison Reed for hair color, so I decided to give it a go. And let me tell you, I’m totally obsessed with my new color and with the experience. Here’s why:
Start the new year with a look that will boost your confidence
Looking to shake things up and enter 2024 with new energy? There’s really no better way to do that than with a new hair color. People always say that they do drastic things to their hair after break-ups, and while I did have my share of those in 2023, I can honestly say that I’m glad I waited until the new year to make this change. I feel like I’m walking into the New Year with new energy, a new look, new confidence, and ready to take on whatever the year has to throw my way.
A salon experience that's actually affordable
The entire process with Madison Reed came out to $150, which included all-over color & a blowout. This is way less than the price of many hair experiences in NYC. I went to the Flatiron location, but Madison Reed has 75 salons throughout the country and is growing! I loved every minute of my experience: the staff was welcoming and walked me through every step of the process. They showed me swatches of all different color options after looking at my inspiration pictures, and they made sure I was comfortable with my color choice before beginning. I loved the head massage I got during the shampooing, and the blowout was honestly one of the best of my life.
Honestly, I’m also OBSESSED with my new light brown hair color. After going through the shades that matched my inspiration, I decided on the shade Como. It was applied perfectly, and I love the extra shine in the product (plus, it gives my blue eyes an extra pop). As an added bonus, my hair feels super healthy due to Madison Reed’s smart-8 free products.
Madison Reed makes my hair feel better and healthier than before
I’ve heard horror stories from friends about their hair being completely damaged after getting it colored. I was definitely a bit hesitant about permanently damaging my hair, but was reassured to learn that Madison Reed has a smart-8 free formula, and the ingredients they used are actually designed to help hair health (think keratin, argan oil, and ginseng root extract). My hair actually feels softer & silkier than it did pre-color, and as a first-timer in the all-over color world, I’m thrilled with how it looks and feels.
I will absolutely be going back to Madison Reed to keep up my new color, and potentially try even more colors in the future. What are you waiting for? Start your new year off with a new ‘do!
