Monsoon 101: Hair Trends That Withstand The Weather
During this season, the hair tends to be more fragile and prone to frizz and damage. Due to this, clients opt out of high-lift colours and instead, opt in for practical hues. When paired with the right monsoon-care strategies, a hairstylist can now give their clients the perfect monsoon makeover.
Here, StyleSpeak brings you monsoon-friendly hair trends to spruce up your monsoon menus like never before!
Mushroom Brown
Mushroom Brown is the go-to monsoon hair colour for all those seeking an effortlessly chic look. This cool-toned colour blends ash, taupe and smoky grey into a neutral brown base, making it a versatile shade. This colour looks rich without appearing brassy – which is a common concern at play when humidity and rain water interacts with colour-treated hair.
Ash Beige
Because of its high upkeep, monsoons aren’t the best time for icy blondes or platinum silvers. However, Ash Beige offers a softer, more wearable take on blonde – one that is cool enough to look trendy, yet subtle enough to survive the season. This creamy hue works well for highlights, soft ombre fades or face-framing accents, giving the tresses a natural depth and definition.
Mocha Melt
Smooth and ultra-indulgent, Mocha Melt is the most sought after hair colour this season! Blending deep espresso tones with chocolate hues, this colour adds shine and dimension to the hair. When topped with a nourishing hair gloss, Mocha Melt makes the hair appear glossier and healthier. This hue works beautifully with layered cuts, voluminous blowouts or sleek, rain-resistant styles.
Sandy Bronze
Think of Sandy Bronze as a sun-kissed blonde toned down for monsoon sensibilities. With hints of golden warmth blended with a muted, beige base, this hair colour creates a soft, natural finish that looks great even in low light settings. A shade that works perfectly well with balayage and other dimensional colours, Sandy Bronze is a great alternative to the usual bright, summer blondes.
Rosy Brunette
Blending deep brown with rose gold or dusty pink hues, Rosy Brunette is monsoon’s answer to a low-maintenance colour this season. This colour adds the perfect amount of warmth to the hair while being subtle. The soft rose undertones of this colour are perfect for subtle highlights.
Copper Balayage
Featuring an auburn and bronze tone with a soft, smoky overlay, Copper Balayage is an extremely versatile and wearable hair colour this season. This hue brings vibrancy to the strands without making it look too warm.
Frizz-Proofing the Tresses
Monsoon humidity equals swollen hair cuticles, frizz flare-ups and dry, brittle hair. That’s why, the best way to fight frizz is by finding ways to retain moisture in your clients’ hair. The key to frizz-free hair this season is an overnight mask. When applied with proper care, a hydrating hair mask has the ability to lock in moisture in the hair.\
Many haircare professionals swear by anti-frizz shampoos, conditioners and leave-in conditioners – and they have a good reason to do so! A good anti-frizz range has the ability to fight frizz while providing hair protection from humidity. To keep your client’s hair strands smooth during this season, an anti-frizz range is a salon’s best bet because of its nourishing ingredients that penetrate deep in the hair cuticles.
Do’s:
- Use a wide-toothed comb: It helps gently detangle wet, frizz-prone hair without causing breakage, making it ideal for the monsoon season.
- Opt for cold or lukewarm water during hair washes: This helps maintain scalp moisture and keeps frizz under control.
Don’ts:
- Don’t use a regular brush or fine-toothed comb on wet hair: Wet hair is more fragile and prone to breakage, so avoid tools that can pull or damage it.
- Don’t wash your hair with hot water: Hot water can dry out your scalp, causing itchiness and increasing frizz during the monsoon.
Gone are the days when monsoon months lead to bad hair days. With these monsoon-friendly hair colours and care tips, achieving the perfect tresses is no longer an unattainable dream!
