With the holidays fast approaching and the countless parties and festive social events you might have to attend, you want to make sure your hair looks fabulous! Remember that our hair is as delicate as it is beautiful, therefore it is imperative that you treat your hair like a fine silk blouse, with great care. Regular conditioning, daily moisturizing and quality hair care products are a must!

Tips for hair care in winter:

Winter is the season that wreaks the most havoc on curly tresses. From the seemingly instantaneous change in weather to the daily assault of dry, brittle wind and frizz-inducing rain, a curly girl just doesn’t stand a chance! However, you can counteract the woes of winter by incorporating a good hair regimen and using only quality products for your hair. Product choice is paramount. Look for moisturizing cleansers and conditioners and moisturizing stylers and leave-in products.

 Too much shampoo and too little conditioner are common culprits for dry, frizzy hair. Winter weather further exacerbates the problem. Therefore, it is not recommended to shampoo more than 1 time per week. I recommend shampooing 2-3 times a month, for dry and/or damaged hair, and 1 time a week for curly hair without damage.

 Proper conditioning is one of the most important steps in maintaining radiant, healthy hair. Unfortunately, most of us don’t take the time to do it properly. Deep conditioning, with heat, is recommended.

 On other “no shampoo” days, do a conditioning rinse: rinse hair to remove styling products (this is where the right products that are water soluble come in…like our products), apply a large amount of conditioner comb, rinse and proceed with styling. Doing so will pump much-needed moisture back into your hair without stripping away essential nutrients, rinsing out unnecessary dirt and oil, and giving you a fresh, clean start.

 Avoid products that contain mineral oil and/or Vaseline as an ingredient. Do not use products with these ingredients on your curly hair or scalp. Both synthetic oils coat and suffocate the hair shaft locking in moisture. In addition, they clog the pores of the scalp and can slow down hair growth. Read your labels. Remember, the ingredients are listed in order of volume. If your hair requires an oil, use only natural oils that penetrate the hair shaft (eg coconut, almond, olive, pomegranate seed oil).

Christmas hairstyles

 Give your hair a pre-holiday deep heat treatment, especially if you plan on heat styling. This extra step will help protect the cuticle from damage.

 Nothing is less attractive than sparse and stringy ends, especially on girls/women with curly hair. Regular trims should be a part of your hair care regimen. Curly hair should be trimmed at least every 3 months and 1 week before a major event or party. But don’t trust anyone with your beautiful locks. Make sure your stylist is familiar with styling and cutting curly hair.

 Use the right tools when styling your hair. Always opt for natural boar bristle brushes and not nylon ones as they tend to break hair especially during the winter months.

 Don’t go overboard with heat styling. Over-blowing, flat ironing, and curling will perpetuate dryness and encourage breakage.

 Go natural! Explore your hair and its glory. Go for the sexy and messy look. Cleanse, condition, moisturize your curly tresses and let them be.

STYLING TIP: Once your hair is dry, gently secure several taut curls to your scalp with bobby pins. Allow some curly braids to hang down on your face.

Let the glitter and sparkle of the holiday season inspire you to have fun with your hairstyle. A little red dress, stunning stilettos, to-die-for accessories and a sexy bag are just what a woman needs to turn heads at any holiday party. Top it all off with the perfect hairstyle and you’ll have a look that’s simply stunning!