Hair care tips for autumn are just what the doctor ordered, ladies, as it’s about time we start preparing for the new season! And although fall hair care is generally much simpler than the summer one, there are some things you need to do to it right away. So, are you ready to take the plunge, begin your after sun hair care and make sure your tresses welcome the cold season looking shiny, bouncy, soft and restored? Well, here are some suggestions on how to achieve that:
Natural hair is lighter in the summer and slightly darker during the cold season, which means your dyed tresses could definitely use a bit of a touch up. Experiment with caramel and golden hues if you’re blonde as these will give your, by now probably slightly paler, complexion a fresh glow or opt for natural-looking high and low-lights if you’re a brunette. Now, I know that when it comes to hair care tips for autumn, this one is literally on the border but hey – for a big percentage of women out there dyeing is a part of their hair care routine!
From styling products to salt sprays, SPF lotions and leave-ins – there are tons of stuff that had been building up on your hair during the summer. And now is the perfect time to get them out and start a new season with absolutely clean, maximally shiny hair! Get your hair professionally clarified or invest in a salon quality clarifying shampoo. Wipe the slate clean and make room for all of those fantastic products that are a part of your autumn hair care routine.
Now, I know this next hair care tip for autumn is not the season’s exclusive, but is definitely something you mustn't forget once the hot days are gone! Use hot oil treatments and natural oils to restore moisture and elasticity to your sun dried tresses and follow up with a deep conditioning treatment of choice! A deep conditioning session is best done after clarifying and will result in wonderfully restored, soft and supple hair that, thanks to a clarifying treatment, doesn’t feel heavy, oily or matted.
But hey, we’re not over yet and this is one of those hair care tips for autumn we must not forget! Split ends are definitely not something you should take with you into the next season so book an appointment with your stylist and have this taken care of! You can opt for a full haircut touch-up in case you’ve been skipping your hair appointments all summer or just have it dusted. This last one is a great option as it involves cutting only the teeny-tiniest length of hair, giving you that nice and groomed, freshly-cut look without significantly affecting your length.
Cold…well we can handle the cold but rain and that crazy frizz that follows are definitely not on any girl’s list of things to love autumn for! And while you can still mask the bulk of it by opting for a beachy wave style, your post summer hair care should definitely involve a good anti-frizz product or care routine.
Moisturizing definitely needs to find its place in your fall hair care too as wind, heating and blowdrying can take a toll on your hair! Add sweaters, turtlenecks and faux fur collars to the equation and you’ll be driven mad with hair static. Luckily, all of this can be avoided with nothing more than a proper moisturizing treatment once in a while. You can opt for a DIY mask or deep conditioner to use each week or every other week. You can also consider a moisturizing shampoo/conditioner/leave-in to avoid the hassle and make sure your hair gets everything it needs even when you’re super busy.
Out with the old, in with the new! If you happen to be shedding like a cat around this time, too, you should definitely pay close attention to this last one on my hair care tips for autumn. Get your boar bristle brush/ essential oil mixture of choice/scalp massager ready and be sure to use it at least once every 2-3 days. A relaxing 10 to 15 minute massage will increase the blood circulation in your scalp, speeding up new growth and will give you healthier hair and head in the long run! Don’t get scared if your shedding gets worse as these hairs are, in fact, ready to go and the sooner they do, the better!
Any other interesting hair care tips for autumn? Or autumn must-do’s, perhaps? Like, “Invest in a gorgeous hat/umbrella as rain water is pretty dirty and even toxin-filled nowadays”? Do tell! After sun hair care is really important which is why we must ensure we’re not missing out on any good advices!