Give your locks the reset they deserve after holiday styling!
All those sleek updos at holiday parties looked absolutely stunning on you, but let’s be real: the constant heat styling, endless hairspray, and tight ponytails have left your hair begging for mercy. Between texturizing sprays and daily touch-ups, your locks have been working overtime. Just like you need a vacation after the busy season, your hair needs some serious TLC, too.
Make it happen with these 5 hair detox hacks that will bring your tresses back to life and keep them healthy all year long. Check them out and embrace the “New Year, new hair” mindset!
Styling gel and dry shampoo have surely been piling up on your strands between Christmas and New Year’s Eve, creating a film that makes your hair look dull and feel heavy. A clarifying shampoo is your new best friend here. Use it once every week or two to strip away all the gunk and reveal your hair’s natural shine.
The deep-cleansing formula cuts through buildup like nobody’s business, leaving you with soft hair that actually moves again. Just don’t go overboard because too much clarifying can dry out your strands and make them brittle.
Here’s a dermatologist-approved way to protect your hairline while still looking put-together. After weeks of slicked-back buns and tight ponytails, your scalp needs a break. The solution? A tension-free ponytail that redistributes the weight away from your delicate hairline.
Start by sectioning off the front portion of your hair around your face. Pull the rest back into a high ponytail at the back of your head. Now bring that front section toward the ponytail and secure it loosely. This technique shifts the bulk of pressure further back on your scalp, keeping your hairline relaxed and protected.
Heat styling has been your go-to for holiday glam, but now those tools have left their mark. Combat fried ends with this moisture-packed routine! Start in the shower with a nourishing hair mask.
After toweling off, work a scalp and growth serum through your strands, really massaging it in. Pay special attention to your ends since they’re the first casualties of heat damage. Finish with a leave-in conditioner for extra protection.
Want to level up? Switch to a silk pillowcase and silk scrunchies to reduce friction while you sleep. When you do style your hair, dial down the heat settings on your tools. This multi-step approach works because it floods your hair with hydration at every stage.
Turn your dry and damaged hair into glossy perfection overnight. To begin with, saturate your scalp with rosemary oil, then slather a rich hair mask on your ends. Wrap everything up in plastic wrap and let it sit for 2-3 hours before rinsing.
The plastic wrap creates a greenhouse effect that helps the ingredients penetrate deeper into your hair shaft. You’ll walk away with the shiniest locks imaginable, even if you started the year with straw-like strands.
Yes, you can still look gorgeous without turning on a single hot tool! Give your hair a well-deserved break by trying heatless techniques this time. For a voluminous blowout look, wrap sections of damp hair around a curling rod before bed and wake up to a ready-to-wear style.
For loose waves, split your hair into two horizontal sections and wrap each around a rod. If you only want bouncy ends, throw your hair into a high ponytail, divide it into four sections, and roll them onto Velcro rollers. These methods work because they shape your hair as it dries naturally, with zero heat damage involved.
Your hair has been through a lot, but these detox tips will help you hit the reset button. Start incorporating them into your routine this week and watch your locks transform. Need some styling inspiration for your newly detoxed hair?
Test The Right Hairstyles Virtual Try-On to experiment with different looks or download the HairHunt app to create your personalized hair journal where you can track salon visits, add treatment notes, and document your entire hair journey. Make this hair year your healthiest one so far!
