Though shine sprays may help achieve shimmer, for truly shiny locks it requires an in-depth routine. “Light reflects more effectively off smooth surfaces; therefore it is vital that we keep our locks hydrated with water while styling,” states Chamarti.
If your hair has been treated, make sure that its vibrancy remains vibrant by choosing a shampoo and conditioner formulated to maintain vibrancy, as well as gloss treatments that can tone down and refresh its color.
Curlsmith Shine Recipe
Maintain a regular cleansing, conditioning, and styling regimen with hair products containing moisturizing ingredients and film-forming styling agents to combat dullness and enhance shine. Curlsmith Shine Recipe’s fragrance-free range contains oils, butters and extracts which seal in moisture for extra shine on curls.
Start your routine off right by starting with Curlsmith Super Slip Prebiotic Primer to aid with detangling and protect your curls during the clarifying process with Curlsmith Wash & Scrub Detox Shampoo, used every four or five washes as part of an effective detoxing regimen that removes product build-up that could leave them looking dull.
Follow up your regimen with Shine Conditioner, a lightweight leave-in treatment perfect for all curl types but particularly effective with dry hair textures. Crafted with Citric Acid to balance scalp pH levels while softening and increasing shine, this conditioner leaves no trace in its wake.
Dry Scalp Treatment
Weakened scalps can quickly become congested and itchy due to environmental and haircare factors like cold weather or overwashing, but hydrating your scalp doesn’t need to be complicated; simply switch out your shampoo for something more hydrating while adding some enriching treatments into your routine.
At times, dry scalp and dandruff may seem similar since both cause itching and flaking of the scalp; however, they each have unique causes and treatments options. Dandruff can usually be controlled using shampoo containing active ingredients such as pyrithione zinc or ketoconazole; on the other hand, dry scalp may be caused by contact dermatitis or an allergy to certain products.
Try treating your dry scalp with a pre-shampoo treatment formulated from argan oil to nourish and salicylic acid to exfoliate, or try apple cider vinegar (diluted in water) as a rinse post-wash to restore pH balance and help remove product build-up. If this doesn’t help, see a dermatologist for advice.
Oily Scalp Treatment
Though your scalp naturally produces oil (known as sebum) to maintain the health of hair follicles and keep hair looking its best, an excess production can lead to buildups of grease that causes greasiness, dandruff and other unpleasant symptoms – possibly signalling seborrheic dermatitis which requires prescription-strength treatments.
Vitamin E and salicylic acid are both highly effective oily scalp treatment ingredients that can reduce inflammation and itching, as well as unclog pores to avoid excess sebum production and product build-up. Implementing at least one clarifying scalp treatment treatment each week is also highly recommended to maximize results.
After shampooing and conditioning your hair, but before towel-drying, incorporate this treatment into your regular hair care regimen. Simply shake the bottle, section your locks into pieces and apply generous amounts of the formula onto each section before rinsing off after a few minutes. Regular use can make your strands appear shinier and healthier while combatting oily scalp issues before they escalate further.
Gloss Treatment
Glosses add shine while protecting color and eliminating brassiness, serving as a healthier alternative to frequent dyeing sessions, according to Lindsey Zubritsky, MD, as they don’t alter base hues. Unfortunately, as they only coat the surface they don’t address existing damage or make your locks healthier.
Salon glosses like Kerastase Chroma Absolu Soin Acide Gloss contain amino acids and lactic acid to strengthen and seal the cuticle, protecting against color fading while creating a long-term shine that lasts four to six shampoos. At-home versions tend to be less potency but still add shine – though their color deposits differ.
For optimal results from hair gloss treatments, it’s best to choose one containing borage oil and pomegranate extract as these ingredients soften and nourish hair. Furthermore, heat styling tools should not be used immediately after applying a gloss as this could cause its color to fade faster.
