We had glass skin, now we have glass hair – beautifully smooth strands with a glass-like finish. And the good news is you can achieve it at home. With the right products and techniques, you can achieve the look effortlessly.
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A mirror-like shine and a smooth polished look – that’s what glass hair is. Inspired by the glass skin trend, this beauty look is about sleek strands that reflect light beautifully making it appear healthy and effortlessly chic. But you don’t need a salon appointment to achieve it. With the right styling techniques and products, you can recreate the effect at home.
What is the glass hair trend?
Glass hair is straight, smooth strands with an almost reflective finish. The look relies on a sleek silhouette, minimal frizz and lots of shine.
Healthy hair is the starting point but you don’t have to have naturally straight hair to participate in the trend. No matter your hair type, you can achieve the glossy finish with the right combination of conditioning, heat protection and careful styling.
How to get glass hair at home
1. A nourishing wash
Make sure your shampoo and conditioner are exactly suited to your hair type. If you have dry and damaged hair, get moisturising formulas that soften and help to improve manageability. You might have product build-up that makes your hair appear dull, in which case use a clarifying shampoo – but don’t overuse if your hair is dry.
2. Don’t skip heat protection
If you’re using a blow-dryer and flat iron, a heat protector is essential. Use a high-quality product and distribute evenly through your hair. This helps reduce heat damage.
3. Blow-dry for a smooth finish
When blow-drying, direct the airflow down the hair shaft to smooth the cuticle and minimise frizz. Work in smaller sections and use the brush to create tension without pulling too hard. Make sure the hair is completely dry and straight before using the flat iron.
4. Straighten in small section
For that beautiful glass-like effect, work with small sections and use steady, controlled passes. Choose the correct temperatures that effectively styles your hair – take into account if you have fine, colour-treated or damaged hair. Repeated passes at high temperatures can break and dry out your hair.
5. Finish with a shine product
Apply a small amount of lightweight serum or hair oil over the mid-lengths and ends. But too much and the hair can look greasy.
How to maintain your glass hair
Get regular trims and keep your hair hydrated in between washes. An occasional deep-conditioning treatment will also help. On humid days, consider an anti-frizz product to preserve your glass hair. Glass hair can be a beautiful and wearable look for every day or a special occasion.
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