Holiday Hair Tips And Tricks

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The holidays are often a time when many people ravel to visit friends and family.

Stock up on some holiday hair tips and tricks to protect your hair from any holiday related hair travel and climate changes.

Hit The Slopes, The Beach Or Just Chill At Home

Some times the holiday season offers an opportunity to hit the slopes, head for a bone warming beach or just chill.

You just never know what type of environment you may end up in during the height of the holiday season.

Match Hair Needs To Holiday Travel Plans

Silky Sleek Long Holiday Hair - Bonce Salons - Stylist: Donna Mitchell - Makeup: James O'Riley; Photo: John Rawson

Different hair types and textures tend to fare better in certain climates than others.

Before heading out of town take little time to plan for your holiday hair needs based on your travel plans.

It's easy to keep your tresses under control with the right products and styling tools regardless whether you stay home for the holidays or head out of town.

Beaches

If you plan on getting away from it all in a tropical paradise during the Holidays you can embrace looser, natural textures.

The beach is a great place to showcase loose, natural curls.

Naturally textured people know natural salt and sand can give your hair great texture.

Before going to the beach use something to activate and define the curls.  Apply a hydrating curl activating cream to take full advantage.

Snowy Slopes

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The Winter Holiday season coincides with harsh winter weather which can result in brittle and dry tresses.

When the snow is falling try creating a sleek, smooth pony tail or a sleek side braid.

Use a soothing, hydrating product which controls unwanted frizz and flyaway strands while leaving hair silky and shiny.

Apply just a little bit of heat to the hair to add an extra dimension of shine.

Rainy Days

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If you decide to skip the snow and head for the beach, you may experience the rainy season.

Sometimes frizz will just sneak up on you and get the best of your hair.  Avoid fuzzy holiday strands by opting for a straighter style.

Prep towel blotted hair with the correct product and you can eliminate a lot of potential frizz issues.

Eliminate frizz and achieve a finished, polished look with a top notch detangling spray which closes the hair's cuticle, leaving hair smooth and glossy.

If heat styling is your preferred drying method, opt for a detangling spray which combines thermal protection.

Desert

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If you decide to escape the holiday chill, a warm sunny desert setting can offer a wonderful escape.

Unfortunately much sun can suck the life out of anyone's strands.

Keep hair hydrated by utilizing a color protection hydrating shampoo and rinse out conditioner to keep hair looking spectacular.

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Conditioning Hair Mask To The Rescue

For more intensive hydration, employ a pre or post-wet wash conditioning hair mask to restore hair’s moisture and rejuvenate it.

After applying the mask of your choice wrap hair in plastic or cellophane.

Humidity

Hair often falls flat in high humidity.  Fight flat, lifeless hair by wrapping it into a messy bun.

A  bun or twist offers and easy and effortless style, while still looking chic.

Pulling the ends of your hair through the center of the bun is a simple way to achieve an easy bun.Jeanie Syfu For Tresemme

Hair Buns - Undone Side Knot - Hair by Jeanie Syfu For TRESemmé

Finish of the look with hair spray to lock the look into place and protect hair from humidity.

Summary - Holiday Hair Tips And Tricks

Hair Buns - Undone Side Bun - Hair by Jeanie Syfu For Tresemme

Whether you decide to stay home or travel during the holidays, consider the climate you'll be dealing with beforehand so your can easily manage your tresses.

Plan the hair care and styling products you may need to keep your holiday hair looking spectacular.

Remember, when all else fails, be sure to have an array of hair accessories to easily manage any hair challenges.