Diwali Haircare: How To Achieve Lustrous Locks For The Festive Season
Unlock the key to radiant hair this Diwali with our ultimate guide to lustrous locks for the festive season.
Diwali is just around the corner, and you’ll want to make sure your hair is on point for all the festivities. Diwali is all about light, brightness, and all things luminous - and that includes your hair. You'll be taking lots of selfies, posting photos with friends and family, and generally being very social and visible. The last thing you want is a bad hair day to ruin your Diwali memories. We've got you covered with some easy tips and tricks on how to get lustrous hair this Diwali season.
How To Achieve Lustrous Locks For The Festive Season
Let’s discuss how to get thick and lustrous hair with pre and post-Diwali haircare routines for shiny hair at home.
Pre Diwali Hair Treatment
Your hair goes through a lot during Diwali - heat styling, pollution, and product buildup can leave your locks looking dull and lacklustre. Give your hair some TLC with a nourishing treatment a week before the festivities begin.
1. Hot Oil Massage
A hot oil massage is just what your hair needs to boost softness and shine. Warm up some coconut, olive, or argan oil and massage it into your scalp and all along the lengths of your hair. Let it soak in for at least 30 minutes or overnight. The heat will open up your hair cuticles, allowing the oil to fully penetrate and nourish each and every strand. Rinse out the oil with a mild shampoo, and you will be left with thick and lustrous hair.
Forest Essentials Ayurvedic Herb Enriched Head Massage Oil Japapatti
MRP: ₹1,595
This Forest Essentials Ayurvedic Herb Enriched Head Massage Oil Japapatti is a great way to nourish and restore your hair. It is made with an ancient recipe that uses black sesame and virgin coconut oil, plus powerful herbal extracts to give your hair a lush, nourishing look. Plus, it's free from chemicals and parabens. The Hibiscus Flower, in what we consider to be the best oil for lustrous hair, is known for stimulating hair growth, preventing hair fall and greying, and the Black Sesame Oil deeply moisturises to keep your skin supple and toned.
2. Deep Condition With A Hair Mask
No Diwali haircare routine is complete without a rich, creamy hair mask before the big day.
Look for a mask that is suitable for your hair type, whether that is moisturising for dry hair, smoothing for frizzy hair or volumising for limp locks. Apply as directed, then pile your hair up and wrap it in a warm towel to help the product absorb better. Rinse the mask out after 15-30 minutes, and you’ll be left with hair that's supremely soft, strong and manageable.
Plum Olive & Macadamia Mega Moisturizing Hair Mask
MRP: ₹675
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This Plum Olive & Macadamia Mega Moisturizing Hair Mask is great for repairing damage, smoothing hair, and adding shine. Olive oil helps soften hair and repair damage, while macadamia oil helps prevent water loss and restore moisture. Shea butter is naturally hydrating and conditioning, while olive oil is full of antioxidants that are conditioned to give your hair a shine. Plus, plant keratin is a natural protective layer that helps protect your hair from suspended particles like soot and dust.
Use Right Haircare Products For Diwali
To achieve lustrous locks for Diwali, using the right haircare products is key.
1. Shampoo and Conditioner
Choose a moisturising shampoo and conditioner formulated for dry and damaged hair. Look for hydrating ingredients like coconut oil, argan oil or shea butter. These will nourish your strands without weighing them down. For extra moisture, use a hair mask once a week in place of your regular conditioner.
MRP: ₹349
If you're looking for a way to get rid of the frizzy, unkempt, and damaged hair that keeps you up at night, Mamaearth Argan Shampoo must be on your radar as the best shampoo for lustrous hair. This special blend of argan oil, apple cider vinegar, vitamin E and other ingredients is designed to help you get the hair of your dreams. The unique formula helps to reduce split ends and frizz, while the nourishing vitamins provide dry hair repair.
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Follow it up with Mamaearth Argan Conditioner to nourish and repair your hair. This conditioner provides immense moisture to the hair, allowing it to remain smooth and free of frizz. Additionally, it helps to reduce split ends by keeping the hair hydrated and nourishing the hair. Argan Oil penetrates deeply into the hair, providing nourishment and keeping brittle hair at bay.
2. Leave-In Conditioner
A leave-in conditioner helps detangle hair and adds an extra layer of hydration and protection. Apply it to damp hair before styling to keep your locks soft and manageable.
Bare Anatomy Expert Anti-Frizz Leave-In Conditioner
MRP: ₹599
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The Bare Anatomy Expert Anti-Frizz Leave-In Conditioner has been developed based on scientific and technical research to protect your hair from damage. This leave-in conditioner is formulated to provide you with the best hydration and conditioner for your hair. It is highly hydrating and nourishing, providing a healthy dose to your hair. It is formulated with the Hydra Fuse technique to provide your hair with natural shine and make it smooth. It is designed to deeply nourish your frizzy hair, repair damage, and make it soft and strong. It also strengthens your hair follicles to treat dry and itchy scalp.
3. Hair Serum
A hair serum helps reduce frizz and flyaways while imparting shine. Focus on applying the serum to the ends of your hair where the most damage occurs. It’s good to know that a little goes a long way, so start with a dime-sized amount and add more as needed.
Tresemme Keratin Smooth Anti-Frizz Hair Serum
MRP: ₹495
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Tresemme Keratin Smooth Anti-Frizz Hair Serum helps you control frizz while making your hair feel smooth, and it helps you style your hair. This serum is full of oil-rich and moisturising ingredients that style and protect your hair. It acts like a primer, coating your hair surface before you style it to protect your hair from heat damage. It contains Argan Oil, which is rich in antioxidants to give your hair a boost and Castor Oil, which leaves your hair silky and smooth.
4. Heat Protectant
Any heat styling can cause damage, so it's critical to use a heat-protectant product before blow-drying or curling your hair. A heat protectant cream or spray will create a barrier between your hair and the heat, minimising damage and keeping your locks lustrous.
BBLUNT Hot Shot Heat Protection Hair Mist
MRP: ₹499
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BBLUNT Hot Shot Heat Protection Hair Mist is the perfect heat protection hair mist for Indian hair. It’s weightless and is packed with moisture-restoring provitamin B5 and grape seed oil, so you can get your hair ready for any styling session. Plus, it will keep your hair from getting too hot, up to 230 degrees Celsius. It helps fight off frizz, keeps your hair tidy, and makes your hair smell amazing.
How To Maintain Thick, Lustrous Hair After Diwali
The Diwali festivities may have ended, but you want to keep your hair looking party-ready even after the celebrations. Here are some tips to maintain thick, lustrous locks after the festive season:
1. Deep Condition Weekly
Your hair goes through a lot during Diwali between heat styling, pollution, and product buildup. Give your strands some TLC with a weekly deep conditioning treatment. Apply a rich, moisturising hair mask and let it soak in for at least 30 minutes. Rinse well and shampoo as usual. Deep conditioning will hydrate your hair and soften strands, keeping your tresses strong and manageable.
2. Limit Heat Styling
Put away your straightener and give your hair a break from heat tools. Too much heat can cause damage, drying out your hair and causing breakage.
Embrace your hair's natural texture and limit heat styling to 1-2 times a week. When you do use heat, be sure to use a heat-protectant product to minimise damage.
3. Trim Split Ends
Get a trim to remove any split or damaged ends. Split ends won't repair themselves and will only continue to split further up the hair shaft if left untouched. Even trimming just 1/4 of an inch every 6-8 weeks can make a big difference in the health and appearance of your hair.
4. Use a Sulphate-free Shampoo
Sulphates are harsh detergents found in many shampoos that can strip your hair and scalp of their natural oils. Switch to a mild shampoo free from sulphates like sodium lauryl sulphate. Sulphate-free shampoos are gentler and more hydrating, helping your hair retain moisture and stay soft without weighing it down.
Kama Ayurveda Lavender Patchouli Hair Cleanser
MRP: ₹1045
This Kama Ayurveda Lavender Patchouli Hair Cleanser is perfect for your hair and scalp. It is a mild cleanser that helps to soothe and calm dry, damaged hair while also nourishing and protecting it. It also contains lavender to soothe your scalp and patchouli to act as a repairing and calming agent. Plus, it is antibacterial and has anti-dandruff properties that can help reduce hair loss. Lavender has calming and calming properties, and the aroma of patchouli can help to reduce stress as well.
Take Supplements
For thick, fast-growing hair, consider taking supplements like biotin, Nioxin, or prenatal vitamins. Supplements provide your hair with essential nutrients to support growth. Ask your doctor about supplements to find one tailored to your needs. When taken regularly, certain supplements can lead to longer, stronger, and fuller hair over time.
So there you have it. With just a few simple steps, you can get your hair festival-ready in no time! Happy Diwali, and may your hair dazzle and sparkle through every celebration!
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