6 Smart Hacks To Damage-Proof Your Hair This Diwali

The countdown to Diwali has begun, and while you're busy planning your outfits and menus, your hair might be silently bracing for impact. We love the festival of lights for the joy it brings, but our hair might have a different story to tell. Excessive heat styling for picture-perfect looks, combined with the smoky aftermath of fireworks, can leave your locks dry, brittle, and damaged – not exactly the festive glow-up you had in mind, right? But don't let hair worries crash your Diwali party! Our simple, no-nonsense hair care guide has your back this festive season!

In This Article:

1. Pre-Diwali Hair Care Routine

2. Choose Protective Styling Techniques

1. Pre-Diwali Hair Care Routine

We love our same-day deliveries, but healthy, beautiful hair usually takes a bit longer to arrive. Start with an intensive pre-Diwali hair care routine to make sure your hair is ready for the festive season! Don't forget to pencil in some quality time for oil massages. A good 'champi' gets your blood pumping, helping nutrients reach the follicles to nourish from the inside out. Want to level up? Pick up our Onion, Black Seed Oil & Patchouli Hair Oil. With its unique combination of 100% pure onion bulb oil, blackseed oil, and organic coconut oil, this hair care gem promotes growth and decreases hair fall by up to 4 times*!

2. Choose Protective Styling Techniques

Hair straighteners, blow dryers, and curling irons are like magic wands for your hair—until they turn into torches of doom. We’re talking dryness, frizz, split ends, breakage, and hair fall. This Diwali, go easy on heat-styling and consider gentler styles like textured braids, messy bun, or bohemian front row braids. If you must use hot tools, apply a heat-protectant before styling. Give your hair some TLC with our Argan Oil & Lavender Heat Protect & Conditioning Mist. This 100% vegan wonder offers heat protection up to 230°C and visibly healthier hair in one application.

3. Switch To Clean Hair Care Products

Hair care rule #1: Be nice to your hair, and it'll return the favor. Step one? Ditch the hair bullies (we're looking at you, harsh chemicals) and buddy up with sulfate-free shampoos and conditioners that do their job without draining the moisture and leaving your hair a dry, frizzy mess. The best hair products are those that check all three: nature-powered ingredients, cruelty-free formulas, and no harsh chemicals.

4. Satin Pillowcases All The Way

Think cotton pillowcases are harmless? Think again. They cause too much friction and can tug on your hair, leading to frizz, tangles, and even breakage. Worse still, they may end up soaking up the natural oils from your hair and skin, turning your pillow into a breeding ground for germs. Give your hair a break with satin pillowcases. Their smooth texture helps maintain your hairstyle, reducing the need for frequent styling. While beneficial for all hair textures, satin pillowcases are especially kind to curls, helping to maintain definition and reduce frizz.

5. Scalp Exfoliation For A Quick Refresh

Diwali's a blast, but let's face it – it's not exactly a breath of fresh air for our environment or our hair. Once the celebration winds down, it's time to give your hair the TLC it's been craving.

Start with a gentle scalp exfoliation to wash away all the excess oil, pollutants, and buildup that have been partying on your scalp. Treat yourself to our Tea Tree Oil & Peppermint Scrub. This soothing anti-dandruff formula combines the gentle exfoliating power of walnut shell powder with the cooling effects of peppermint oil, cleansing your scalp thoroughly without disturbing its natural oils.

6. Prioritize Damage Repair

Exfoliation clears the path for healthier hair, but it's just the opening act. Get ready for the main event! Your hair's been through a holiday marathon, and now it's crying out for some gentle love, care, and healing. Enter our Olive Oil & Peptide range – just what you need! It's a powerful mix of olive oil for nourishment, peptide complex for strength, and glucose technology for some serious bond repair. Together, they tackle damage head-on, rebuilding bonds and reversing damage in just one wash*.

Takeaway

And there you have it – the ultimate Diwali survival guide for your hair, from pre-party prep to post-celebration tips. But don't pack these tricks away with your festive lights. After all, great hair isn't just for special occasions. Keep up these habits, and bad hair days will become as rare as leftover Diwali sweets!

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Written by Prapti Vyas on Oct 15, 2024