The cold weather seasons have arrived, and unfortunately, that also means your hair may start to feel dull, dry and lifeless. Fear not — I am going to take you step-by-step through my hydrating hair care routine as a licensed cosmetologist to revive dead hair, even in the midst of a dry fall season.
Joico HydraSplash Hydrating Shampoo and Conditioner
The hallmark of any hair care routine is good shampoo and conditioner. As someone who struggles with hair as dry as the Sahara, I have tried just about every hydrating shampoo available in search of one that will finally give my dead ends life. The search finally ended after I tried the Joico HydraSplash Hydrating Shampoo and Conditioner. These products are specifically formulated for fine hair, as they are lightweight and will hydrate your hair without leaving it weighed down. For those of you with thicker hair, I recommend the Joico Moisture Recovery line, as it has similar effects.
Elizavecca Cer-100 Protein Treatment
Protein isn’t only necessary for a healthy diet; it is also crucial for healthy hair. Elizavecca Cer-100 Collagen Ceramide Coating Protein Treatment is my best-kept secret for anyone “balling on a budget,” as it is inexpensive yet effective. You can let this mask set in for a few minutes after shampooing and conditioning. The protein treatment acts as a deep conditioning mask that works on a molecular level to strengthen and condition your hair. Rinse it out and you will immediately feel the silky smoothness of your hair.
Pureology Color Fanatic Leave-in Spray
Hair care doesn’t stop in the shower. Following up with the right products can make all the difference in how your hair dries. For the next step, I recommend spraying your hair with this leave-in conditioner from Pureology. Not only does this add a lightweight layer of conditioner to your hair strands, but it also penetrates your follicles to prevent damage when combing out your hair. If you are prone to knotty hair, this is the perfect product for you, as this spray provides 21 benefits and makes tackling tangles a breeze.
Paul Mitchell Super Skinny Serum
Next up is my absolute holy grail product. The Super Skinny Serum by Paul Mitchell is frizzy hair’s best friend. This lightweight oil smooths the hair strands while also acting as a heat protectant. Whether you’re looking to achieve that perfect blowout or just wanting to tame your mane while it air-dries, this product is the key.
Redken Invisible Dry Shampoo
Now, I would be remiss if I made it through this routine without recommending a Redken product, as it is my all-time favorite haircare brand. Many people think dry shampoo is supposed to be used as a last resort, when you want to make your greasy hair last one more day without a wash. Allow me to let you in on a little secret: It works best on clean hair!
Once your hair is clean and dry, use this dry shampoo to add some volume and keep your scalp oil-free to make the most out of your hair wash day.
Try this routine to keep your hair hydrated and full of life. Each of these products has made a huge impact on the state of my hair, but when used together, they work in perfect harmony. Keep in mind that products are not always one-size-fits-all, but my hope is that these products can help beautify your hair, because everyone deserves to have good hair.
White is the asst. sports editor for the Liberty Champion.
