The leaves are changing, the air is getting crisp, and—after months of sun, surf, and endless summer adventures—your hair is probably sending you some serious SOS signals. Are your strands feeling a little worse for wear these days?
The time has officially come to transition your color-safe hair routine from summer to fall! Like swapping out sundresses for cozy sweaters, it’s important to tweak your approach for fall’s unique haircare challenges.
Here’s how to create a new fall hair routine that tackles drier air, colder weather, indoor heating, and the aftermath of summer's UV damage.
How to create a color-safe hair routine for fall
Switch from intensive cleansers to moisturizing formulas
Summer is a great time to utilize intensive cleansers like our clarifying Clear It Up Shampoo and fan-favorite Pre-Tox Spray because they wash away buildup from sunscreen, saltwater, and chlorine.
But assuming your pool and beach days are over for the year, it’s now time to focus on gentler, more hydration-focused products. As humidity levels and temperatures drop, your hair simply needs all the moisture it can get!
For a simple yet effective switch, turn to Moisture Shampoo and Moisture Conditioner. They deliver lightweight, luxurious moisture, strength, and unsurpassed color protection on all hair types, leaving strands extra nourished and noticeably vibrant.
Prep your strands for static and dryness
Does your hair suffer from static and flyaways during colder months? You don’t have to wait for the static to arrive to tackle the issue—with Cuticle Closer, you can get a head start by infusing your hair with instant slip, smoothness, and shine.
Instead of providing a short-term static solution, Cuticle Closer actually seals and resurfaces your hair, delivering an astonishing silky and fluid finish that looks and feels healthier. It also prolongs the life of your blowout, reducing how often you need to heat style your locks.
Between wash days, its counter part Smooth Drops also helps eliminate static and frizz, enhancing manageability and instant texture control.
Tackle split ends before they spread
When was the last time you checked in on your ends? Between extra UV exposure and more styling sessions than usual, summer likely took its toll in the form of extra breakage and splitting.
So, head to the salon for a quick fall trim—even if you don’t need a full color session! Even a small trim can make a significant difference in how healthy your hair looks and feels.
And be sure to liberate those ends sooner rather than later; unaddressed splitting can travel up the strands, worsening the look and feel of your hair overall. If you’re worried about damage from split ends specifically, your static-fighting friend Cuticle Closer can also help here!
If your hair still feels damaged post-trim and post-Cuticle Closer, turn to Baobab Recovery Shampoo and Baobab Recovery Conditioner for a daily infusion of strength and smoothness.
Introduce heavier formulas and oil treatments
Lighter hair products align well with summer weather, but throughout fall and winter, you’ll see better results with heavier formulas.
Of course, don't shock your hair by switching all products at once. Gradually introduce heavier creams and oils over a few weeks to see how your hair responds to the increased moisture!
Moisture Masque and Instant Reboot Treatment Masque are safe places to start because they deliver intensive nourishment without weighing down strands.
Next, try priming your hair for styling sessions with Moisture Styling Crème or Plush Locks Leave-In Smooth. They both provide super-conditioning with a light, silk-like finish!
When you’re ready for thicker styling products, work in Lift It Mousse or Super Plump® Whipped Mousse. For extra separation, definition, and texture, use Fiber Blast Texture Crème as a finisher on dry hair.
Nurture your scalp
Finally, don't forget your scalp needs transition care too! To both remove buildup from summer products and get ahead of fall dryness and flakiness, consider investing in an Exfoliating Scalp Brush. This handy tool is especially helpful for colored and thinning hair because it stimulates the scalp and hair follicle, maximizing exfoliation.
Happy change of seasons, friends! We can’t wait to see how you color, style, and treat your hair this fall. As always, remember to show off your latest look using the hashtag #ColorproofHair on Instagram and TikTok (@colorproohair), where we’ll continue sharing the latest news, tips, and trends throughout the season.
See you there!
Xx,
Colorproof
