You feel fabulous when your mane is full-bodied and shiny. In a never-ending attempt to keep bad hair days at bay, you probably also plan your hair wash days according to special events and outings just like the rest of us. The easiest way to do that is to head to the salon but honestly who has the time or money for that? Well, we’ve got a solution for you. We’re listing down some tips so that you can rock the red carpet-approved liquid hair fad every day.
Gloss Goals: Tips To Get Mane Super Shiny
Soft Veil
If you’ve not been prepping your mane for a hair wash, you’re doing it all wrong. Pre-shampoo treatment is highly essential in achieving your glossy hair goals. Yes, it is advisable to indulge in a hot oil massage every once in a while, but if you don’t have time for that here’s a more effective regular solution. Before every hair wash, generously apply serum to your hair lengths and detangle knots with your fingers. The serum will make sure your strands are protected from the friction of a hair wash and it will also retain moisture levels. After you shampoo and condition your hair and dry it out, you will notice your locks are 10x shinier than when you didn’t do a pre-shampoo step.
The Moisture Route
If you’re serious about hair glossing at home, you need to have the right care products at hand. Opt for shampoos and conditioners that claim to be ultra moisturising and frizz-defying for best results. Ones that contain biotin or keratin are superb for smoothening your hair to the max.
Glow Water
The secret way to super shiny hair is through an ACV rinse. Apple cider vinegar is a natural ingredient that works wonders for your health and is especially serious about boosting shine. While high-end haircare brands do offer ACV infused hair rinses, you can always whip up your very own DIY dupe with ease. Simply mix three tablespoons of ACV with a cup of water and pour it on your mane after shampoo and conditioner. Let the rinse sit for a couple of minutes and then rinse it off with plain water. Thank us later!
Spa Day
If you ever feel like your locks are lacklustre and dehydrated, indulge in an at-home hair spa treatment. Choose a hair mask with nourishing and plumping ingredients to slather your hair with and soak in for about 30 minutes. A pro tip is to take a small amount of your hair mask in a bowl and mix it with a squirt of serum before applying it. This is what the salon pros practice all the time when performing a hair spa treatment.
Lit Reflections
Post hair wash, always opt for light-reflective serum oils to elevate your hair game. Look for ones that promise high-shine effects and contain at least a few natural ingredients. Make sure to warm the serum in your palms before applying it to the lengths of your hair. It also helps if your mane is properly damp while doing so.
End Game
By applying heavier oils and leave-in products on your ends, you will be doing your mane a huge favour. This approach will help avoid split ends and keep your hair looking gorgeous from root to tip. Apply coconut oil to the ends before shampooing as a protective gloss coat, and apply a leave-in cream on your ends after your hair wash and serum to ensure its protected post-wash as well.
With these tips by your side, your mane will shine with vitality. Follow these essential hair care tips and you will be reeling in those compliments from everywhere.
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