You’ve been hearing it for years – ”Don’t wash your hair every day” – and for good reason! The natural oils produced by your scalp are, shockingly, actually good for your hair! You don’t need to wash every day to have healthy hair. This is obviously good news for all of us who just find the whole process exhausting or really just want a few extra ZZZ’s in the morning! Now that you’ve given yourself permission, how do you make second-day hair actually look good?
1) Prep for Success
It’s the end of day one, and you had a great hair day–how do you ensure your style will be workable tomorrow? A great way to preserve curls or waves is to twirl your hair into a loose bun at the top of your head. Be sure to use a scrunchie or other tie that won’t create extra crimps in your hair. Braids are a great choice as well; it’s a super easy way to get some extra movement and texture in your hair when brushed out for day two.
2) Clean up with Dry Shampoo
On day two, brush your hair to distribute your natural oils and disguise any lingering traces of oil with a quality dry shampoo, like Kerastase’s Fresh Affair. This dry shampoo utilizes rice starches to pack a double punch, absorbing excess oil and providing lift and volume to limp hair. Paired with a memorable fragrance and moisturizing vitamin E, you’ll be well on your way to rocking second day hair in just this one step!
3) Restyle/Revive
In lieu of a full heat re-style, select only those pieces that stand out for a quick heat touch-up. If you added a heat protectant to your hair after washing, you’re still protected, so no need to top up. Add in a bit of teasing or a few spritzes of the Kerastase V.I.P. Texturizing Spray for a breezy tousled look. If your hair is curly or wavy, try a
revitalizing spray like Kerastase’s Curl Manifesto Refresh Absolu Redefining & Restyling Spray to moisturize and reshape for day two. Some pieces may require some scrunching or manual coiling, but don’t let that scare you!
4) Get Creative
Days two and three (and four if you can hack it!) are great for experimenting with alternate hairstyles. Try pulling up half of your hair, creating an over-the-shoulder braid, or a quick tousled bun. Take advantage of the extra oil and product in your hair. Most people find that a little bit more texture or “grit” in the hair is actually really helpful when styling the hair in more creative ways!
Each head of hair is different, so be willing to experiment to discover which tips and tricks work best for you. You’ll be turning heads with that second-day hair in no time! Chat with your Douglas Carroll Salon stylist about products and styles that will help you get the most out of your hair, and most importantly, keep it healthy!