Relax. You can now get the best hair of your life as soon as your head hits the pillow.
Beauty Sleep is real. Overnight, the body regenerates and repairs cells positively benefitting all hair types. Hormones released during sleep promote growth while proteins support the hair cuticle, ramping up follicle metabolism, healthy keratin, and long-term hair health.
Utilising this down time to up your hair health is the simplest way to improve dry hair, damaged hair, breakage, split ends and even frizz!
No matter what your hair woe, here’s 7 solutions that will see you waking up to better, healthier hair.
For Dry Hair:
This is one of the easiest hair concerns to remedy overnight. Before you go to bed, ensure hair is clean and free of Hair Product before applying a deeply conditioning, Leave-In Treatment. There is one for even the most vulnerable hair type that can completely transform dry hair, damaged hair and hair that suffers from 24/7 frizz. Look for a Leave-In Conditioner that offers deep conditioning hydration. My go-to right now is Bondi Boost Overnight Magic Hair Mask. It contains a beautiful blend of Mango, Shea Butter, Baobab extract and antioxidants to keep hair hydrated and moisturised for up to 72 hours after use.
For Frizzy Hair:
If you have frizzy, dry hair, cotton pillowcases are not your friend. Why? Because the friction between your hair and cotton can cause the hair cuticle to snag and grab as you sleep, leading to tangles and knots. The cult favourite I have recently invested in is Shhh Silk Single Side Bamboo Pillowcase. This luxe, mulberry silk pillowcase helps hair (and skin!) retain moisture overnight, is hypoallergenic and reduces split ends and breakage. Also consider that wet hair can create more friction overnight so always ensure hair is dry before you go to bed.
For Coloured Hair:
Coloured hair can really cop it during the day, with sun damage and general wear and tear taking its toll. Rebooting coloured hair and conditioning hair that has been chemically treated is a simple, sure-fire way to nurture and enhance your colour. Aside from giving coloured hair a dose of vibrancy-boosting goodness overnight, consider that chemical treatments can weaken hair, stripping protein and keratin and making coloured hair far more vulnerable to breakage and split ends, so an overnight Hair Mask containing Protein is a power move. Redken Colour Extend Magnetics Deep Attraction Mask is infused with a protein complex and boosts vibrancy in coloured hair for up to three washes.
For Sun Damaged Hair:
Spending your days outdoors? Your hair is going to really wear the environmental signs of damage such as frizz, split ends, tangles, and a dull appearance. The key here is to lock into deep conditioning, Skincare-based overnight Hair Treatments and Hair Masks that can help you regain five-star healthy hair status. Like with your skin, all hair types need to be protected from the ageing effects of sun as it can dry out - and burn - the scalp whilst also slowly breaking down hair bonds which are essential for strong hair. A luxe option here is Kerastase Nutritive 8H Magic Night Serum which contains anti-dryness polymers for immediate, non-greasy lustre and nutrient rich nourishment, restoring hair health from the inside, out.
For Fine Hair:
For sensitive and fine hair types, and those prone to thinning and split ends, opting for overnight Haircare products that contain zero sulphates and parabens, and that are packed with hydration boosting organic botanicals is like a big healthy Green Smoothie for hair while you sleep. But rather than loading fine hair types up with heavy Leave-In Treatments and Hair Masks, you may want to opt for a lightweight Hair Treatment run through mid-lengths to ends of hair to fortify and strengthen. This can also help detangle hair that may be lacking elasticity and is prone to breakage. A lightweight option I love is Australian-made Make Repair Peptide Leave-In Treatment which is packed with natural peptides, rich in keratin and amino acids and 100% vegan.
For Heat Styled Hair:
If you’re waking up and reaching for the Heat Styler, you need to repair hair as soon as you hit the pillow each night. Putting back into the hair what Hair Curlers, Hair Straighteners and Hair Dryers take out is essential to avoid breakage and disruption of the hair cuticle leading to permanently dry hair, dull hair, and uncontrollable frizz. You really need to dose up your hair with ingredients that support bond-building within the hair structure, moisturising the hair from the inside out. Olaplex No.0 Intense Bond Building Treatment is iconic for saving heat damaged hair and has been scientifically proven to achieve 68% more repair and 3 x stronger hair when used in conjunction with Olaplex No.3 Hair Perfector.
For Curly Hair:
Ah, curly hair. It barely behaves during that day, let alone while you are dreaming. But you can prevent curly hair becoming a total nightmare! As it is more porous than other hair types, curly hair absorbs moisture irregularly and can lack natural moisture produced at the scalp as sebum finds it harder to get from the follicle to the hair tip along an irregularly shaped hair cuticle. This can result in oilier roots and dry, split ends. So, aside from switching to a silk pillowcase and avoiding going to bed with damp hair - that can exacerbate frizz and static - enhance and support natural curl formation without adding more Haircare to your routine. The viral sensation that is Mermade Heatless Curls Kit prove to be the best budget-friendly, failsafe way of defining your curls whilst you slumber, waking up with smooth, clean, bouncy curls.
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