Hi, beauty!
July is upon us, and there is no shortage of hair trends, product launches, and big events to keep on your radar. Here’s what’s happening in the hair world this month…
Pre-Shampoos Are Everywhere
We often say the right shampoo and conditioner lays the foundation for a good haircare routine. And while that’s still true, more and more people are introducing pre-shampoo formulas into their wash day lineups. These products—as their name implies—are meant to be used before shampooing your hair to address specific haircare concerns before you even start the cleansing process.
The beloved L’Oréal Professionnel Metal Detox range is the latest of our pro brands to get the pre-poo treatment (pun intended). The Metal Detox Anti-Porosity Filler Pre-Shampoo Treatment helps fill micro-breaks in the hair fiber so that heavy metals (like from hard water) can’t infiltrate your strands and dull your hair color. Shop it on SalonCentric.com now for $38, and learn more about the collection in our article, L’Oréal Professionnel Serie Metal Detox Review.
Hair Oiling Continues to Trend
Despite being a centuries-old ritual, hair oiling has been all over the Internet this year. And it’s easy to see why: Slathering your hair in oil can provide a multitude of benefits, including moisturization, shine, and frizz protection. Many people reach for pure oils like olive, coconut, and avocado when oiling their hair, but we suggest opting for a dedicated haircare oil instead—professional hair oils are typically easier to wash out of your hair than kitchen ones.
With hair oiling being so popular, there’s perhaps no better time for Kérastase to reintroduce their cult-favorite Elixir Ultime L’Huile Original to the masses this summer. The iconic and award-winning formula, which is infused with wild camellia oil, is about to relaunch in a refillable glass bottle so you can keep stocking up while being kind to the environment. Order yours now to discover why fans call it “liquid gold in a bottle.”
Self-Care Is a Must
Summer tends to be all hustle and bustle, so it’s important to carve out me-time and show yourself (and your strands) some love. Biolage Professional has a proud heritage of honoring the need for self-care, so they’re hosting their second-annual Self-Care Week from July 22-26. Head to the brand’s Instagram page to discover holistic haircare routines, experiential salon services, and self-love mantras to refresh your spirits in today’s hectic world.
We’re also promoting self-care all month long on Hair.com. Learn how to recreate the relaxing art of a Japanese head spa and get tips for customizing your self-care hair routine using products from Biolage’s Scalp Sync, Hydra Source, and Color Last collections.
Protective Hairstyles Are Always a Good Idea
On July 3rd, we’re celebrating Black Hair Independence Day. Also known as Crown Day (an acronym for Creating a Respectful and Open World for Natural Hair), this fifth-annual holiday observes the date when the Crown Act was signed into legislation. This law prohibits race-based hair discrimination for wearing styles like braids, locs, twists, or Bantu knots in places of education and employment.
To underscore the need for protective hairstyles, we’ll be dishing out tutorials on achieving box braids and knotless braids so you can feel empowered in styling your natural hair. Head to our Texture Edit Hub for more tips on managing curls and coils. While you’re there, read up on the latest states to join the Texture Education Collective (TEC) and what it means for the future of hairstyling.
Treat Yourself to Beauty (Even on a Budget)
Of course, it wouldn’t be July without Amazon Prime Day—and savvy shoppers know this is the time to stock up on all their favorite beauty products. L’Oréal’s professional hair brands have some exciting deals lined up, complete with livestreams and collaborations with Makeup.com and Skincare.com. Find all the scoop by checking back in on July 12th.
Head over to Hair.com’s Instagram (@hairdotcom) to keep up with us in real time.
