Let’s be honest—we all wish we could have fresh, salon-styled hair every single day. But unless you’re besties with a professional hairstylist or have unlimited salon appointments booked at The Warehouse Salon in Deland, FL, you’ve probably had to master the art of DIY fabulousness.
The good news? Achieving salon-quality hair at home is totally possible—as long as you’re using the right techniques and products. So grab your hairbrush, and let’s break it down, step by step!
1. Understand Your Hair Type (Because One Size Doesn’t Fit All)
First things first: you need to know your hair type. If you’re using products meant for fine hair when your strands are thick and textured (or vice versa), your routine isn’t doing you any favors.
How to Determine Your Hair Type:
- Fine Hair – Struggles with volume, gets oily fast, and falls flat by 3 PM.
- Medium Hair – Not too thick, not too thin—basically, the Goldilocks of hair types.
- Thick Hair – Can hold a style forever but takes an entire Netflix episode to blow dry.
- Curly/Wavy Hair – Needs extra hydration and styling support to avoid triangle head syndrome.
Product Match:
- Fine hair? Goldwell Ultra Volume Bodifying Shampoo to give your hair that extra lift.
- Thick or curly hair? Shibui Deep Moisture Conditioner to keep your strands soft and manageable.
- Oily scalp? Aluram Dry Texture Spray to add texture without weighing your hair down.
2. Shampoo Like a Pro (Because There’s a Wrong Way to Wash Your Hair)
Raise your hand if you dump shampoo on your head, scrub like crazy, and rinse in five seconds. Yeah… we need to talk.
How to Properly Wash Your Hair:
✔️ Focus on your scalp. Your hair strands don’t need that much shampoo—your roots do. Massage it in to remove buildup.
✔️ Double shampoo if necessary. If your hair gets greasy fast, do a second round to really clean your scalp (game changer).
✔️ Condition the ends ONLY. Applying conditioner to your roots = instant grease.
Salon-Approved Products:
- For buildup & greasy hair: Truss Equilibrium Shampoo (balances oil production while keeping hair fresh).
- For hydration & repair: Bain de Terre Coconut Papaya Ultra Hydrating Shampoo (for hair that’s soft, silky, and smells amazing).
3. Condition Like Your Hair’s Life Depends On It (Because It Does)
If your hair is dry, frizzy, or constantly breaking, your conditioner isn’t doing its job.
How to Properly Use Conditioner:
✔️ Start from the mid-lengths and work down to the ends. Applying it at the roots = disaster.
✔️ Let it sit for at least 3-5 minutes. This isn’t a race. Let your hair soak in the goodness before rinsing.
✔️ Use a hair mask weekly if your hair is extra thirsty.
Salon-Approved Hydration:
- Everyday hydration: Keune Care Vital Nutrition Conditioner (restores dry, damaged hair).
- Deep repair & hydration: Truss Miracle Deluxe Prime Hair Reconstructor (for next-level smoothness and repair).
4. Heat Styling Without Wrecking Your Hair (Because We Still Want It to Look Alive)
We love our curling wands and straighteners, but they love to fry our hair. The key is heat protection and proper technique.
How to Style Without the Damage:
✔️ ALWAYS use a heat protectant. Skipping this step is like going to the beach without sunscreen.
✔️ Use lower heat settings. If your flat iron goes up to 450°F, that doesn’t mean you should use it.
✔️ Work in sections. Smaller sections = even heat distribution = better styling.
Heat Protectants You Need:
- For all hair types: Olaplex No.7 Bonding Oil (protects against heat AND adds shine).
- For extra hydration: Keune Blowout Gelee (smooths and shields hair from heat damage).
5. Dry Your Hair Like a Pro (No More Towel Rubbing, Please)
How you dry your hair matters more than you think. If you’re aggressively towel-drying, you’re causing frizz and breakage without even realizing it.
Best Drying Practices:
✔️ Use a microfiber towel instead of a rough bath towel.
✔️ Blow-dry in sections to avoid frizz overload.
✔️ Use a round brush for the perfect bouncy blowout.
Salon-Worthy Blowout Tools:
- Best blow dryer: ECRU New York Smoothing Blow Dry Spray(adds smoothness and heat protection).
- For volume: Kenra Platinum Thickening Mousse (goodbye, flat roots).
6. The Secret to Making Your Hairstyle Last (Because Who Has Time to Re-Do It Every Day?)
Once you’ve styled your hair, you want it to actually last. The secret? The right finishing products.
How to Lock in Your Style:
✔️ Use a flexible hold hairspray to keep your style in place without stiffness.
✔️ Apply a shine spray for that salon-fresh finish.
✔️ Refresh your hair with dry shampoo on day two (or three, we don’t judge).
Game-Changing Finishers:
- Best all-day hold: Bain de Terre Infinite Hold Firm Finishing Spray.
- For glossy, healthy-looking hair: Aluram Shine Serum.
Final Thoughts: Salon-Quality Hair is Totally Possible at Home
Yes, professional stylists at The Warehouse Salon in Deland, FL will always work their magic like no one else can. But with the right routine and salon-quality products, you can keep your hair looking fresh, healthy, and styled like a pro between visits.
Need help finding the best products for your hair type? Stop by The Warehouse Salon for expert recommendations or book an appointment with one of our talented stylists.
Your best hair days are just a routine change away.
