Easy Ways To Care For Hair When Travelling
In this article you will learn easy methods to manage hair care while traveling. It suggests using travel-sized products no more than 100ml or creating DIY travel sizes using empty bottles. Planning with suitable products for different climates and activities is essential, like using frizz control shampoo in humid areas or damage rescue shampoo for sea or pool trips. The article also encourages experimenting with simple hairstyles that reduce the need for styling tools, offering a break from daily hair stress.
We’ve all been there – you’re at airport security and you realize your must-have hair products are in your carry-on luggage and are about to be taken away by security. Don't be faced with a trip away without the products you need with our handy guide to travel hair care.
Go tiny for your travels
The easiest way to keep everything on you when traveling with hand luggage is to go small. We’re talking no more than 3 ounces or 100ml.
Most hair care products now come in handy travel sizes. Even Head & Shoulders – it’s now available in both 75ml and 90ml bottles. So, you can still stay up to 100% flake-free on the road.
DIY tiny sizes
If all your favourites are in large sizes, you can always create your own travel-sized options.
Many stores now sell empty plastic bottles under 100ml that you can simply fill with your favourite products before you go, put them in your carry-on luggage and you’ll have no problem. A tip to prevent leaks and spills as the bags are handled: before twisting on the cap, seal the bottle opening with a bit of plastic wrap. Just remove the wrap when you arrive at your destination.
Plan ahead with the right products
You might need different products where you’re going, particularly if the climate is different or you’re doing activities that could damage your hair.
At home you might be fine with a light conditioning shampoo, but when you go away to a humid climate you might need to use a more intensive frizz control shampoo. You may also find you need to add conditioner.
Heading to the sea or a poolside retreat?
Your hair could be damaged easily by chlorine or salt water. So, take a damage rescue shampoo to use while you’re there and you’ll mitigate the effects of any damage.
If your trip is going to be very active, you may find your hair and scalp need to be washed more than normal.
If this is the case, consider bringing a deep cleaning shampoo.
Learn some easy hairstyles
Why not take the opportunity to experiment with some new styles? After all, nobody at home is going to know, right?
Heading somewhere hot and humid? Try some updos or even create natural looking waves by braiding your hair or putting it in a loose bun when damp.
It’s a bit of experimentation, but at the same time will give your hair a welcome break from the stresses of styling tools and products. Read more hair styling tips and advice, or get advice from our experts on when dandruff starts and the symptoms of dandruff.
*Visible flakes with regular use
FAQ
You can use travel-sized products that are no more than 100ml or create your own using small empty bottles. This ensures you comply with airline regulations and still have your essential hair care items.
Consider the climate and activities at your destination, as these may require different products, such as frizz control shampoo for humid areas or damage rescue shampoo for pool or sea trips. This helps protect your hair from environmental stressors.
Experiment with simple hairstyles like updos or natural waves to minimize the use of styling tools. This allows your hair to take a break from daily styling stress and adapts well to various travel conditions.
