The three essential elements for truly Healthy Hair
As hairdressers, we’re lucky enough to have access to the latest and greatest products, as well as the freshest trends in haircare. But even for us, the sheer number of options out there can feel a little overwhelming at times.
Ultimately, we all want the same thing: beautiful hair that we absolutely love. To get there, we need to understand the key ingredients that hair requires to stay shiny, strong and healthy.
When it comes to your at home haircare routine, there are three essential elements you need to focus on: moisture, protein and oil. Getting the balance right between these is the key to achieving fabulous hair.
Just like a tree needs water, sunlight, and nutrients to thrive, our hair needs that same kind of balanced nourishment to stay vibrant and healthy. Since every head of hair is unique, it’s important to discover the perfect balance that works for you.
Let’s take a closer look at each element and explore some of our favourite leave in haircare products that we can’t live without!
Moisture
Moisture keeps your hair hydrated, flexible and soft. Without adequate moisture, hair becomes brittle & stiff and lacks the vibrant shine we all desire. Incorporating moisturising products into our hair care routine ensures that our locks stay hydrated and radiant. Replenishing moisture starts with selecting a hydrating shampoo and conditioner and a once a week deep treatment, then you can choose your favourite leave in moisturiser from these three below.
Our Fave leave in Moisture packed Products
Lisap Ultimate fluid – $29.70
A simple yet beneficially complex leave in spray moisturiser, suitable for everyone. Great as a leave in moisturiser, no fuss detangler, frizz control, colour heat, UV protector and helps prevent split ends.
Spray in damp hair after washing and leave in. Can be used daily and is a great addition to a daily haircare routine and as a bonus it smells delicious.
Nak Replends – $37.95
Cream moisturiser that’s super hydrating, lightweight and can be used by anyone.
Use a small pea sized amount and apply to damp hair, from your ears down to the ends of your hair.
Delorenzo The Ends – $26.50
A deep rich cream leave in moisturiser. A little goes a long way. It is fantastic for very thick wild hair that needs taming.
Use a small pea sized amount and apply to damp hair, from your ears down to the ends of your hair.
Protein/Keratin
select one of these three quick and easy leave ins.
Our Fave Leave in Hair care designed to strengthen your hair
K18 – from $16
A leave in Molecular repair treatment, where peptides are shrunk down to a molecular level to enter the hairs cortex, near the centre and repair broken disulphide bonds.
Our most powerful treatment for repairing chemical and heat damaged hair.
Available as an in salon service and a home haircare treatment.
Biolage Strength Recovery – $37.50
Loaded with protein, to give the hair extra strength and help rebuild the hairs structure. Gives the hair extra strength and helps rebuild the structure of the hair. It also has the added benefit of being a great detangler
Delorenzo Instant Restructurant – $34.95
Is a water based spray leave in treatment. Instant Restructurant is a great all rounder and has multiple benefits in one, providing moisture, strength, colour and uv protection.
Oil
And let’s not forget the nourishing power of oil, nature’s elixir for hair health. The correct oil for your hair will work wonders to seal in moisture, smooth & reduce frizz and enhance shine. Oils assist in protecting the hair from environmental stressors. Often your natural oil sebum will do this job at the base of your hair near the scalp and for about 4-5 cm down, but the remainder of the hair begins to loose its natural oil and this is where a few drops of these magical leave in oils can work wonders.
Our Fave leave in oil balancing products
Food for Soft Oil– $36.50
A light weight Avocado Oil base product that helps replenish natural oils. Is extremely moisturising and is great for fine hair and heat damage. Use a 5 cent piece size amount and work through mids and ends of hair. Can be applied to wet or dry hair.
Biolage All in one – $37.50
An all in one oil that’s infused with moringa oil. Is fast absorbing for weightless nourishment and hydration for all hair types
Multi-benefit formula that can be used to smooth, detangle, and control frizz. Multi-use formula that can be used as a pre-shampoo, leave-in, and overnight treatment. Provides shine and softness for an easy manageable finish
Top Care Elixir Oil – from $33
Our lightest Oil and is great for all hair types. A nourishing and smoothing hair care solution, containing Argan and coconut oil, designed to enhance the look and feel of colour treated or dry, damaged hair. Can be applied to dry or wet hair and worked through mids and ends prior to blowdrying.
But here’s the catch: achieving optimal hair health isn’t just about incorporating these elements into our routine—it’s about striking the right balance. Too much moisture can lead to limp, weighed-down strands, while excessive protein can cause stiffness. And neglecting oil can leave hair parched and lacking shine .
Finding the perfect equilibrium requires a bit of trial and error, as each of us has unique hair needs. Listen to your hair’s cues and adjust your routine accordingly. Whether it’s a weekly deep conditioning treatment, a protein-rich mask, or a few drops of oil to seal in moisture, tailor your regimen to nourish and nurture your locks from root to tip.