Winter has a way of sticking around in your hair even after the season ends. We all hate those dreaded dry ends and hair that feels like it was better off on last year’s Halloween scarecrow. All of the heat styling, cold outdoor air, protective missions gone wrong and hat hair drama has got to come to an end eventually.
Thankfully, it’s almost spring!
That’s our reset point. Humidity will start coming back in with the warm weather and as awesome as that is, your hair is going to be one confused mess if you don’t plan for that transition.
What to Retire from Your Routine
You might feel like some of your winter products will serve their purpose throughout spring and maybe even take you into summer. Sure, they might work well in the early days of transitioning, but you’re going to be on the verge of pulling your own hair out by the time the temps heat up. That winter routine will start working against you. If you’ve been using thick and cream leave-ins or conditioners and heavy butters, you’re going to weigh your hair down once there’s a little more water in the air. In the heat we’re expecting this year, they’ll likely just sit on the surface of your hair and trap buildup (we’ll talk about this and your scalp later!).
Layering oils, as you might have done in winter, will also cause trouble when those moisture levels in the air increase. Water and oil don’t mix, so your hair is going to absorb humidity unevenly. In other words, welcome to frizz-city.
Over-clarifying is another big mistake during seasonal changes. Buildup does need to go but stripping the hair too often leaves it dry and reactive. Spring calls for cleansing, but you’ve got to be smart about it.
What to Start Stocking Up On for Spring
Step 1: Reset With a Frizz Controlling Cleanse
Spring routines start in the shower because cleansing is the base for everything that follows.
Use The Runway Looks Hot Topic Anti-Frizz Shampoo to remove leftover winter buildup without
stripping your hair. This keeps strands clean while maintaining moisture balance as humidity starts changing day to day.
Follow with The Runway Looks Luscious Curls Anti-Frizz Conditioner. Work it through mid lengths and ends and let it sit for a couple of minutes. This step helps hair stay smooth and responsive instead of puffy when it dries.
Step 2: Restore Softness and Elasticity
After cleansing is handled, you want to focus on flexibility. Once a week (or as needed), use The Runway Looks Mask Caffe Deep Conditioning Mask. Apply it after shampooing and let it sit long enough to soften the hair shaft and improve stretch (about 5 minutes). This helps your hair move naturally and reduces any snapping as your styles start to change with the season. Just remember to rinse thoroughly.
Step 3: Protect Your Hair While It’s Damp
On your normal wash days as well as your mask days, follow up with The Runway Looks Lacquer Silk Smooth Serum to towel-dried hair. Focus on mid-lengths and ends where friction usually happens. This step smooths the cuticle and helps your hair dry with less puffiness and more shine. The great thing about this serum is the fact that you can add it before you heat style or just add it to your hair even if you’re not planning on heat styling it.
Protective Styling That Works With Spring Weather
With your new hair routine and stack in check, we need to talk about protective styling. You’ll be moving more and spending more time outside. Your hair is going to rub against clothing, bags and shoulders all day long, so low tension styles are going to help reduce breakage. Try some loose braids and soft twists. When you’re home (or even on the go), think of relaxed buns and pineapple buns to protect your hair without pulling at fragile areas.
Tight styles and too much product are only going to add stress at a time when your hair is already adjusting to the moisture in the air.
Spring Scalp Care
The scalp often carries the most buildup from winter routines. Heavier products paired with issues like less airflow and indoor environments all have a serious impact on your scalp. Spring is a good time to clean things up gently. The scalp should feel refreshed and not tight or irritated. A balanced scalp supports healthier looking hair from root to tip.
Other than the products we’ve already recommended, it’s important that you do some light scalp massaging. It improves circulation and encourages healthier growth patterns. When the scalp feels good, styling becomes easier and your hair responds better overall.
You could use a silicone hair massager or a steel pronged one. It’s entirely up to your preference as both have their benefits.
To sum up, your spring haircare works best when your routine changes early instead of reacting later. Small changes now can help your hair feel lighter and easier to manage as spring comes around.
Build your spring hair stack with The Runway Looks and move into spring with healthy locks.