Dealing with your hair throughout the week can be stressful and time consuming. If you want to save time in the morning, have less stress, and like to switch up your look between curls, straight styles, updos, and slick backs, you need a smart routine. Here’s a perfect weekly hair care guide to keep your hair healthy, clean, and stylish all week long.
Sunday: Deep Wash Day
Sunday is the best reset day for your hair. It is the day before the long week starts and allows you to start your week fresh. When you wash your hair on this day, you should start by shampooing and conditioning your hair. The type of shampoo and conditioner you use depends on how your hair type is.
If you tend to have more dry hair, a moisturizing shampoo and conditioner might work better. For oily hair, a clarifying shampoo and conditioner would be better. People with curly hair might have a special shampoo for their hair type, and the same for people with blonde hair, who may use purple shampoo and conditioner to keep their hair light.
Sometimes if you really need a refresh of your hair, you may want to use a deep conditioner for your hair. Leave the deep conditioner in according to how long the instructions tell you to and then rinse.
After washing, apply a leave-in conditioner and heat protectant if you plan to use hot tools the next day. Let your hair air dry or blow dry it gently with a diffuser.
Monday: Hot Tool Hair
Now that your hair is freshly clean, Monday is a great day to wear your hair down. You can either curl it or straighten it, depending on your mood. Use a flat iron or curling iron on low to medium heat, and always apply a heat protectant first.
If you curled your hair, try using a light hairspray or mousse to help hold the shape. If you straighten it, a smoothing serum or hair oil can help prevent frizz.
Tuesday: Updo Day
By Tuesday, your style from Monday might not look as fresh, but that’s okay. It’s the perfect time for an updo. Try a bun, braided ponytail, or a claw clip style. These looks are easy and gentle on your hair.
If your hair is getting oily, use a dry shampoo at the roots before styling. This adds volume and soaks up grease to make your hair look fresher and cleaner.
Wednesday: Slick Back and Wash
At this point in the week, your hair will start to become greasy and get dirtier. This is the perfect day for a slicked back hairstyle. This can consist of a low or high bun, braid, or ponytail. Use a brush or comb to smooth your hair back and secure it with a hair tie or clip. A little gel or a wax stick can help keep flyaways in place.
On Wednesday night, it’s time to wash your hair again. Just like Sunday, wash and condition your hair with your conditioner and shampoo. Once finished, put in leave-in conditioner and heat protectant for the next day.
Thursday: Hot Tool Hair Again
With fresh hair once again, this is a good day to wear your hair down. You can curl, crimp, or straighten your hair, whatever you prefer.
Make sure to limit how much heat you use. Don’t go over the same section multiple times, and make sure to use heat protectant before using any hot tool.
Friday: Free Day
Fridays are the end of the week, and people feel happier on Fridays than other days. On Fridays, you should style your hair however you want. Your hair is still fresh enough to wear down, but also can easily be worn up.
Some people dress a bit nicer on Fridays and get ready more, so doing your hair according to your outfit is a great choice.
Conclusion
Keeping your hair looking good all week doesn’t have to be hard. With just two wash days and a smart plan for how you style it each day, you can protect your hair’s health while still switching up your hairstyle.
With this routine, you’ll wake up every day knowing exactly what to do with your hair. That means less stress, more free time and sleep time in the mornings, and more good hair days.
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