As any regular salon-goer knows, there’s no feeling quite like walking out of the salon with a fresh haircut, vibrant color, and a blowout that leaves your hair looking like it belongs on a magazine cover. However, maintaining that salon-fresh look can be challenging, especially when life’s daily routines come into play. But fret not! At Washington Street Salon, we believe everyone deserves to have great hair days every day. In this blog post, we’ll share some essential hair care tips and tricks to help you keep that fresh-from-the-salon look for longer.
Hair Care Tips and Tricks
1. Use Professional Hair Care Products
The products you use at home play a significant role in maintaining your salon-perfect hair. Professional hair care products, although sometimes more expensive, contain higher quality ingredients that can help extend the life of your color and maintain the health and shine of your hair. Your stylist can recommend products that will work best for your specific hair type and needs.
2. Protect Your Hair from Heat
Heat styling tools, such as curling irons, flat irons, and hair dryers, can damage your hair, leading to dryness, breakage, and color fading. Try to limit your use of these tools, and when you do use them, apply a heat protectant spray to minimize damage.
3. Shampoo Less Frequently
Over-shampooing can strip your hair of its natural oils, leaving it dry and dull. Most stylists recommend shampooing every 2-3 days, or even less frequently if your hair is particularly dry or color-treated. Consider using a dry shampoo in between washes to absorb oil and keep your hair looking fresh.
4. Condition Regularly
Conditioning your hair is crucial for maintaining its moisture, shine, and softness. Apply a conditioner after every shampoo, focusing on the mid-lengths and ends of your hair. For extra nourishment, you can also use a deep-conditioning mask once a week.
5. Don’t Skip Regular Trims
Even if you’re trying to grow your hair, regular trims are essential for keeping your hair healthy and free of split ends. Aim to get a trim every 6-8 weeks to maintain the shape of your cut and keep your ends looking fresh.
6. Protect Your Hair from the Sun
Just like your skin, your hair can be damaged by the sun’s UV rays, leading to dryness and color fading. Wear a hat or use a hair product with UV protection when you’ll be in the sun for extended periods.
7. Handle Wet Hair with Care
Wet hair is more prone to breakage, so be gentle when you’re washing and drying it. Instead of roughly towel drying, try using a microfiber towel or an old t-shirt to gently squeeze out the excess water.
8. Stick to a Healthy Diet
What you put into your body affects your hair as much as the products you apply to it. Maintain a diet rich in vitamins and minerals, with plenty of fruits, vegetables, and lean proteins, to promote strong, healthy hair.
Maintaining your salon-fresh look doesn’t have to be a daunting task. By incorporating these tips and tricks into your routine, you can keep your hair looking its best long after your salon visit. And remember, when it’s time for your next cut, color, or style, the experts at Washington Street Salon in South Naperville are here to help you look and feel your best every day!