Glossing: The Secret to Radiant, Glossy Hair

At BRUSH Amsterdam, we believe that hair color is more than pigment — it’s about depth, tone, shine, and the feeling it gives you. That’s where glossing comes in. Whether your balayage needs a boost, your blonde has dulled or your tone feels off, a professional gloss can make all the difference.

What is a gloss treatment?

A gloss is a semi-permanent hair treatment that refreshes the tone, enhances shine and seals the cuticle without permanently altering your base color. Think of it as a topcoat for your hair — lightweight, non-damaging, and deeply beautifying.

What does glossing do for your hair?

• Restores tone: It neutralizes unwanted undertones, like yellow in blondes or orange in brunettes.
• Boosts shine: It reflects light and adds a healthy, glossy finish.
• Revives dull color: Especially ideal between color sessions or after summer or sun exposure.
• Conditions the hair: Modern glosses are often ammonia-free and enriched with nourishing ingredients.

How long does a gloss last?

On average, a gloss lasts between 4 to 6 weeks, depending on your hair type, washing habits and product usage. It fades softly and doesn’t leave harsh regrowth lines.

When should I book a gloss?

Glossing is perfect:

• Between balayage or highlight sessions, to refresh the tone and extend results
• After a long holiday or sun exposure, to revive and rebalance your hair
• When you want shine and softness without fully coloring your hair
• As part of a balayage or highlight appointment, to perfect and seal the end result

Can glossing be combined with other treatments?

Absolutely. At BRUSH, we often combine glossing with semi-permanent color, toners, or face framing to create a multidimensional, natural-looking finish. It’s also a favorite add-on after color corrections to rebalance and enhance shine.

Glossing vs Toner: What's the difference?

While both treatments adjust hair tone, a toner often corrects specific shades after bleaching, while a gloss offers tone, shine, and conditioning benefits all in one. At BRUSH, we tailor each to your hair’s exact needs — sometimes even combining both.

Is glossing damaging?

No. Modern glosses are gentle and often free of ammonia and peroxide. In fact, glossing can help smooth the hair shaft and make your hair feel healthier and silkier. It’s one of the safest ways to maintain color and shine over time.

Frequently asked questions about glossing

Is glossing the same as dyeing your hair?

No. Glossing is semi-permanent and doesn’t change your natural base. It subtly enhances or shifts the tone of your current color without commitment.

Can I get a gloss without coloring my hair?

Yes! A clear gloss adds shine and smoothness even to virgin or natural hair. It's like a conditioning treatment with cosmetic benefits.

How long should I wait between gloss treatments?

You can gloss as often as every 4 to 6 weeks. It depends on your hair goals, color longevity, and overall condition.

Is gloss suitable for gray hair?

Glossing can help soften and blend early greys but won't fully cover them. For full coverage, a permanent hair color may be better — or a combination of both.

Will glossing make my hair darker?

Only if a pigmented gloss is used for that purpose. We tailor the gloss to your desired result — lighter, cooler, warmer, or just shinier.

Is a glossing treatment worth the money?

Absolutely — especially when done professionally. Glossing delivers immediate visible results: luminous shine, balanced tone, and a healthier hair feel, all without damage or long-term commitment. It’s one of the most efficient ways to refresh your look between major color appointments. At BRUSH, we tailor every gloss to your hair goals, so you always get maximum value.

For what hair types is a glossing suitable?

Glossing works beautifully on all hair types and textures. Whether you have natural hair, balayage, highlights, curls, or sleek straight strands — there’s a gloss formula for you. It’s especially beneficial for:

• Color-treated or bleached hair that needs tonal correction or shine boost
• Natural hair that feels dull or lacks definition
• Curly hair seeking definition and frizz control
• Straight hair wanting that sleek, glassy effect

Why do hairdressers love gloss?

Because it’s transformative without being aggressive. Glossing is a secret weapon for colorists to refine, enhance, and finish a look with polish and shine. It allows for subtle adjustments in tone, softens lines between highlights, and improves the overall condition of the hair. It’s the magic touch at the end of a great coloring service — and our BRUSH signature for that elevated finish.

Products to achieve the “Glass Hair” look at home

Want to maintain that high-shine glossed finish between salon visits? These BRUSH-approved shine enhancers help you achieve that covetable “glass hair” effect:

• Color Wow Dream Coat Supernatural Spray – humidity-proof shine with a silky finish.
• Color Wow Extra Mist-ical Shine Spray – instant luminous gloss without weight.
• Kevin Murphy Shimmer.Shine – lightweight mist with shine-enhancing oils and vitamins.
• Kevin Murphy Shimmer.Me Blonde – perfect for blonde and highlighted hair that needs a glow-up.
• Dream Coat for Curly Hair – defines and shines curls with zero crunch.

BOOK YOUR GLOSSING

✨ Ready for mirror-shine hair with zero damage? Book your glossing treatment at BRUSH Amsterdam and step out with hair that feels as good as it looks.