Building the Perfect Hair Care Routine
Hair strands – they’re just like us (i.e., they need some extra love and attention all year round to feel their best). The nature of having a full head of hair is that as we cycle through the seasons, our hair needs will ebb and flow. Depending on your lifestyle and personal preferences, your hair concerns and goals are bound to evolve over time. With Kérastase bespoke hair care products by your side, you won’t need a vision board to achieve healthy hair. Ready to create a targeted hair care routine? Let’s comb through the finer details below.
What to consider when building a hair care routine
Before you tweak your hair care routine, there are several factors to consider:
HAIR TYPE
Is your hair fine, thin or thick? Wavy, straight, curly or coily? Your answer will determine which products will best care for your locks.
COLOURED OR CHEMICALLY TREATED HAIR
Hair that undergone chemical treatments or been lightened or dyed may feel more damaged than natural hair.
LIFESTYLE
professional athletes or avid swimmers and surfers typically experience more hair damage from chlorine or salt water daily. Consider your lifestyle and how it may affect your hair and scalp before making any changes to your hair routine.
HAIR CONCERNS
for instance, is your scalp oilier than usual, are you dealing with pesky split ends or is dryness getting in the way of your hair’s optimal condition?
How to build a hair care routine
Now that you’ve noted your hair concerns, it’s time to set some realistic goals. Every head of hair is different, so remember that no two goal lists will be twins! For example, you may be hoping to ramp up smoothness and shine, add volume and texture or make moves to maintain your colour. Once your goals are on the agenda, it’s time to begin.
Wondering how to start a hair care routine with the Kérastase hair care collections? Discover our step-by-step guide.
Step 1: Choose a shampoo that is specific to your hair needs
Many of us have been using shampoo since before we could talk, but the purpose of shampoo in a hair routine is occasionally lost. Yes, shampoos do cleanse the hair. However, they also cleanse the scalp and play an important role in maintaining scalp health as well. Kérastase shampoos have been formulated with premium ingredients and help to improve hair health by targeting concerns like signs of damage, dryness, lightened or coloured hair and dysregulated scalps.
Step 2: Select a conditioner that suits your hair needs and lifestyle
Not unlike a facial cleanser and moisturiser, shampoo and conditioner work hand in hand to protect and nourish your strands. After shampoo cleanses the scalp and hair and removes built-up oils, conditioner imparts moisture back into the hair, smoothing locks and adding that coveted shine factor. The Kérastase conditioner collection targets a range of hair needs, such as hydration, curl definition and hair colour protection to reveal healthy, shiny hair that’s ready for its close up. No matter your hair type, concerns or future goals, there’s a suitable Kérastase conditioner that’s just waiting to be unboxed as part of your regular hair care routine.
Step 3: Consider implementing hair masks and treatments
The reliance on heat tools like hair dryers, straighteners or curlers may lead to signs of heat damage in hair. In these instances, targeted hair masks and hair treatments can help provide the extra nutrition your hair may be craving and can help replenish hydration (or they can be implemented into your weekly hair routine as a preventative measure against hair damage and breakage). Additionally, while optional, scalp treatments are effective for scalps that are experiencing dandruff, sensitivity and oiliness.
Step 4: Prime and protect the hair
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You don’t have to forego heat styling tools to enjoy healthy and voluminous hair. By incorporating hair primers and targeted thermal-protecting heat protection sprays and creams into your hair routine, you are shielding your locks from heat damage, breakage and colour fade, and giving your hair a better chance at thriving from the inside, out.
Step 5: Apply hair products in-between washes
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Between wash days, you may wish to include oils and serums into your hair care routine. Or, you can enlist the help of refresher sprays or hair mists to spritz on when the moment arises. While oils help to nourish the hair, tame frizz and flyaways and manage split ends, refresher sprays and hair mists clean and (as the name suggests) ‘refresh’ the hair without using water – giving the hair body between washes.
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