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1. Show Your Scalp Some Love: Healthy hair starts at the root, where your hair follicles lie. So, before you treat the lengths, don’t forget to show your scalp some TLC. If you suffer from a dry scalp, your first step is introducing a mask that’s suitable for the roots.

Your next step is a scalp massage, not just when your scalp mask is on, but every day. Whether you’re lathering up your shampoo or prepping your hair for the day ahead, take a minute or two to gently massage the roots. Move your fingertips in circular motions, starting at the front and gradually moving backwards until you reach the base of your neck. This step helps to improve blood circulation, so nutrients and oxygen can be carried to your hair follicles.

2. Use a Shine-Enhancing Shampoo: Lay the foundations for dazzling shine with a smoothing, hydrating shampoo; one that nourishes, fights frizz and detoxes your hair of dulling aggressors. You can’t see these metals, so you might not think they’re really there, but we all deal with them, when they come from the water we wash with or the air we breathe.

3. Condition, Condition, Condition: Healthy hair just glows better, so make sure you’re treating it to a conditioner after every wash – preferably one that fends off frizz for that glossy finish. It also makes hair a dream to detangle, so there’s no more dragging a brush through knots. Your wide-tooth comb will glide through, causing less stress – and, in turn, less frizz – for even the most delicate hair cuticles.

4. Use a Hair Mask Every Week: Don’t skip regular masking sessions. A deep conditioning treatment is needed to inject dry hair with the glow-boosting nourishment and essential moisture it craves. Apply it to the mid-lengths and ends of damp hair, making sure excess moisture has been blotted away first. This is key to ensuring your hair can soak up all the intense shine-enhancing goodness. Then wrap your hair up in a warm towel while the mask absorbs, and leave it there for up to 10 minutes. Rinse thoroughly and just feel that silky finish.

5. Target Excess Product Buildup: Product residue is one of the biggest causes of dull hair. Let it build up, and it creates a coating that makes hair strands appear flat and tired. So, when you’re dealing with oily roots and it feels like product buildup might be dragging hair down, have a ‘detox session’ with a clarifying shampoo. We recommend combining this step with a hair mask session, so the roots get the deep cleanse they need while the lengths get a major moisture boost.

6. Finish with a Cool Water Rinse: Hot water is a no-go in your shiny hair regimen, as it strips the hair shaft of all the vital, protective oils it needs to stay healthy. So, make sure you’re always washing your hair with lukewarm water. This is the best temperature to effectively remove any residue without causing harm to your hair and drying it out. Then, after your shampoo and conditioner have been completely rinsed, blast strands with cold water. This quick trick encourages the hair cuticle to lie flat, creating a shinier outer layer. Do your cooler rinse at the very end of your hair washing session – either after rinsing away conditioner or your deep conditioning treatment.

7. Never Rub Hair Dry: One surefire route to lackluster hair is rubbing it dry with a towel. Each strand of hair is at its most delicate when wet, so it needs the gentlest of care. For this, we recommend a microfiber towel or soft, cotton t-shirt to blot away moisture. Simply use it to press wet hair and remove excess water while avoiding unwanted friction.