We&#39;re officially back in town, so read on for a hair care guide that&#39;ll get your routine in order.

For all of us, holidays mean days spent by the sea, hours lying in the sun, and perhaps even cooling off in chlorinated pools. However, after these pleasant memories, our hair often sends a small cry for help. Dryness, dullness, breakage and moisture loss are among the most common post-holiday problems. Fortunately, it's possible to turn this period into an advantage by giving your hair the attention it deserves. Here's our step-by-step post-holiday hair care guide:
Untie the tongue of your hair
The first step in taking good care of your hair is understanding its needs. Look in the mirror and see if your hair looks dull, has more split ends, or is experiencing more breakage when combing. This way, you can choose the right care for your hair. If your hair looks excessively damaged, seeking help from a professional hairdresser or dermatologist is a much better start than trying to find a solution on your own.
Intensive moisture support
Sunlight, salty seawater and pool chlorine dry out hair strands and disrupt their moisture balance. Therefore, moisture is your hair's top priority upon returning from vacation. Give your hair the care it deserves with a routine consisting of hydrating masks and serums.
Bonus tip: Apply your hair mask to damp hair, then wrap it in a warm towel and leave it on for 15-20 minutes. This method allows the product to penetrate deeper into your strands and helps your hair achieve a silky finish.
In-depth repair
Simply moisturising your hair may not be enough; you need to turn to powerful ingredients to repair strands damaged during the holidays. This is where keratin-based shampoos and masks come in. These products restore lost elasticity to the hair strand, leaving it stronger and shinier.
Say goodbye to the extremes
Sometimes the best care is a bold little swipe of a pair of scissors. It's impossible to completely repair your hair without trimming split ends, as damaged strands are irreversible. Even a few inches can make your hair look more vibrant, healthy and thick. Remember: Getting rid of split ends will also help your hair grow faster and healthier in the long run.
Take a break from the heat
Holiday-damaged hair is much more sensitive to extra heat. Using a straightener, curling iron, or blow dryer delays your hair's recovery process. If you don't want to give them up completely, you can at least reduce the frequency of use and definitely protect your hair with a heat-protective spray. Giving your hair some breathing room will help it regain its strength faster.
Protective shield
The need to protect your hair doesn't end once the holidays are over. Autumn winds, the harsh winter cold and urban air pollution can have far greater effects on hair than one might think. Leave-in conditioners, lightweight oils, or UV-protective serums can provide your hair with an invisible shield against environmental factors. This step plays a crucial role in maintaining hair health in the long term.
Support from within with nutrition
Beautiful hair doesn't just come from the care products in bottles; it also comes from the food on your plate. Protein sources like eggs and fish are the primary building blocks of hair. Iron-rich foods like spinach and lentils nourish hair follicles, while healthy fats like avocado and walnuts boost shine. In short, small changes in your kitchen can make a big impact on your hair.
Continue without breaking your routine
The most important secret to hair care is consistency. Instead of applying a few masks and then abandoning them, maintain regular conditioning. Deeply moisturise your hair weekly, trim your ends regularly and limit heat use. Remember: small but consistent steps are the magic that will restore shine to your hair in the long run.
Final word: Don't forget to take care of your scalp as well as your hair with masks, tonics and serums!
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Post-Holiday Hair Guide

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