By Instagram is a vast sea of hair inspo. From rainbow roots and sunset strands to endless #braidgoals, our feeds are filled with mesmerising looks worth your double taps.
But if, like me, you spend your morning scroll in a state of hair envy, wondering how on earth to get such swish-worthy locks, wonder no more.
We've got advice from an array of Insta stars, and the good news? Selfie-ready hair is not as tricky as you’d think. Whether finding the perfect lighting or choosing a colour that will help protect your hair from breakage, here's how you can break out of your boring hair rut for good...
Do the co-wash
"Co-washing (washing your hair with a conditioner only) is one of the best things you can do for curly hair. It cleans your hair gently without stripping it of its natural oils, and it intensely defines the natural curl pattern, as well as restoring bounce and shine. It's like a natural hair highlighter!"
- Stephanie Yeboah, blogger
Embrace at-home hair dye
"I’d always avoided DIY hair dye—the fear factor for me was messing up the instructions! And, as most fellow blonde dyed hair gals will know, it can be difficult to keep your hair in good condition after colour has been applied. Then I discovered Schwarzkopf Color Expert with OmegaPLEX Anti-Breakage Technology— it’s become my new hair hero. It’s so easy to use. My hair feels stronger, looks healthier and I get salon-perfect colour. Bring on the selfies!"
- Louise O'Reilly, model and founder of Style Me Curvy
Make dry shampoo your BFF
"My hair is naturally super flat, fine (and, ahem, partial to getting greasy very quickly) so I swear by dry shampoo to give it a bit of a lift. I also find it's great at stopping my waves from dropping out as it gives them a bit of something to stick to".
- Hannah Gale, lifestyle blogger
Use a repairing mask
“I regularly colour my hair so in order to keep it healthy, I use a treatment at least once a week. I’ve been using the Colour Sealer Treatment from Schwarzkopf Color Expert with OmegaPLEX Professional Anti-Breakage Technology and absolutely love it.
I wear it overnight or if I’m in a rush, I’ll use it instead of conditioner and leave it in for an extra few minutes while I scrub my body or brush my teeth. It's made such a difference - my hair feels stronger, looks glossier and the colour is radiant."
- Lottie Murphy, Pilates instructor and blogger
Embrace second-day hair
"When I want to do a '50s vintage look or simply a few beachy waves, the style always holds much better when my hair is a little dirty. Those natural oils are essential!"
- Felicity Hayward, model and founder of #SelfLoveBringsBeauty
Experiment with colour
"When you feel like your wardrobe isn't making a statement, let you hair be your main accessory. Experimenting with the colour is my favourite thing to do and I'm currently loving a bright, luscious red. You're bound to make heads turn".
- Megan Gilbride, model and founder of Wonderful You
Rinse with cold water
"In the summer, I always rinse my hair with cold water after washing and conditioning to maximise glossiness. To show it off in an Insta selfie, I'll head outdoors and chase the sun to show off the shine".
- Venetia Falconer, TV presenter and blogger
Go for a rounded fringe
"The key to making your fringe last longer is cutting it rounded and choppy so you can go from wearing it full in the first few weeks to a soft, shaggy gringe (grown-out fringe) weeks later. You'll have a perfect selfie-worthy hairstyle for longer, without looking like your hairdressers appointment is long over due".
- Sophia Rosemary, lifestyle blogger
Lighting is everything
"I've got one of those self lighting phone cases but facing a window is just as good. If all else fails, play around with the filters. Juno and Amaro are my faves."
- Natascha Cox, lifestyle blogger
Get the chop
"Since cutting my hair into a mid-length bob, or “mob”, not only is it easier to keep it healthy, but it seems to get me more likes on Instagram! I guess it looks more distinctive. It's also so low maintenance that I can run out of the door with just a little salt spray".
- Anna Eleri Hart, lifestyle blogger and founder of One Roof Social
Twist it up
"If I want big, loose waves after working out, I blast the roots with a hairdryer - the sweat adds volume to the roots - and twist into two buns, Princess Leia style. Once I let my hair loose, I have va-va-voom curls that look natural”.
- Gede Foster, Master Trainer at Move Your Frame
Tame baby hairs
"I'm originally from Egypt so my hair is super hard to tame and I've got a lot of frizzy baby hair! I recently discovered a way of taming them and it's been an absolute saviour for getting rid of the frizz halo-ing my face. Apply hairspray to a hair brush and brush back! So simple yet such a game changer. If the frizz is too strong that day, clear eyebrow gel tends to do the trick! It makes me feel infinitely more groomed".
- Alya Mooro, journalist and blogger
Hydrate your braids
"The key to keep my braids popping is to ensure that my hair has enough moisture. To achieve this, I use a spray bottle and spritz the ends of my hair then work it up into the roots. Having damp hair makes the process of braiding much easier and helps it to last longer".
- Lizzie Loves, beauty blogger
For colour that leaves hair feeling strong and looking healthy, choose from Schwarzkopf's new Color Expert with OmegaPLEX range in 18 shades, available nationwide. Whether you choose to colour your hair at home or in the salon, benefit from Schwarzkopf's OmegaPLEX Professional Anti-Breakage Technology with the new Color Expert Colour Sealer Shampoo, Conditioner and Treatment
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