Get more shine in your hair

We all want skin and hair that shine: it's one of the most sought-after cosmetic qualities, a byword for youth, vitality, beauty and health.

Today we reveal all the factors that can compromise your hair's shine, and all the solutions you can use at home to help it show off all its radiance.

Why is shine one of the most desired and valued qualities in hair?

The reasons shine is one of the most desired and valued qualities in our hair are:

Our hair type. Caucasian-type hair, the most common in our part of the world. Hair with a slight wave and a not very intense colour, due to the arrangement of the pigments that give it its colour.

Its advantage? Thick cuticles that tend to expand, giving it very good resistance and protection against colouring treatments — which is why colour changes are so common with this hair type.

And since any colour change takes its toll on shine, that's why it's one of the most sought-after and valued qualities.

The many factors that compromise shine every day, from the way we treat our hair to the products and techniques we use, not forgetting our lifestyle.

What does hair shine depend on?

Hair shine is closely linked to the structure of the hair fibre, specifically the cuticle, the hair's first barrier and its great protection. When the hair fibre is in good condition, it reflects all the light instead of scattering it, giving that shine we love to see in our hair.

External aggressions from heat processes and UV radiation, as well as pollution particles or residues from products or medication, cause the cuticle scales to open, break down the lipids present and alter the mechanical and sensory properties of the hair, such as shine.

Factors to bear in mind so your hair doesn't lose its shine

Many factors can damage our hair, leaving it looking frizzy, weak and dull, so they always need to go hand in hand with proper care:

Chemical and heat treatments: dyes, straightening, perms, straighteners, hairdryers... It's true that these treatments can damage hair, but with the right technique, products and upkeep, today you can get your style and keep your hair shiny.
Environmental aggressions: ultraviolet radiation, wind, pollution, outdoor temperatures and hard water (areas with a lot of limescale in the water) can take a lot of shine away from your hair.
Misusing products. Applying more shampoo or conditioner than you need, not rinsing well and very hot water may be taking shine away from your hair without you realizing. If you fancy it, I recommend reading our post How to wash your hair properly.
Likewise, an unbalanced diet lacking the vitamins and minerals that are so good for hair (zinc, copper, iron, silicon, biotin, vitamin B6, vitamin C...). Or a low-calorie diet — remember that the hair follicle needs a lot of energy. Lack of rest and stress also affect hair, leaving it dull, weak and brittle.

Solutions to make your hair shine the way it deserves

1. Give washing your hair the importance it deserves

Shampoo is a very powerful cosmetic: it's the first step in our care ritual, and from the moment we apply it we can start giving our hair the protection it needs to look clean and show off all its radiance.

H03 Shine and Vitality Shampoo, a shampoo formulated to gradually bring the light back to your hair. Its composition? First and foremost, its cleansing agents: effective yet respectful of the scalp and hair. A shampoo with a creamy lather that rinses out easily, suitable for all hair types, sensitive scalps and coloured hair too.

This shampoo also contains an innovative marine active derived from Mediterranean brown algae that strengthens the cuticle, making hair more resistant to the treatments and factors that can damage it.

All this together with other actives such as olive oil, honey and Mediterranean fruit vinegar, with proven properties on the hair fibre for improving softness and manageability. A complete formula with an acidic pH, the best for closing the cuticles and enhancing shine. Want to know more?

2. Always condition after washing

Conditioning your hair is non-negotiable. Find the conditioner that best suits your needs and don't be afraid to apply it after washing for fear it might weigh your hair down or make it look dirty sooner — our conditioners and masks have that covered.

And if it's a matter of time, try H08 Leave-in Conditioning Spray. It's a revitalizing, protective mist that doesn't need rinsing. It's suitable for moisturized hair, or as an extra touch of softness after your conditioner or mask on dry hair.

You can use this refined mist on damp or dry hair whenever you like to add extra softness. Its active ingredients restore the integrity of the hair fibre, reducing frizz and giving your hair back the qualities we love to see: strength, softness and shine.

3. Brush your hair

Brushing your hair every day has benefits beyond detangling, and a brush like the Fingerbrush Combo can add more shine to your hair.

Its bristles help the hair cuticle close, preventing the hair from drying out. As a result, the hair's scales stay moisturized and closed, giving your hair more shine.

4. Add instant shine

Whenever you want an extra boost of instant shine and radiance, you can apply H10 Sublime Oil. It's a selection of Mediterranean oils with an elegant feel, light application and quick absorption that gives your hair softness, protection, evenness and shine.

An oil with the best natural substitute for silicones, Hemi-Squalane — effective and clean — suitable for all hair types, especially dry and damaged hair, or fine, fragile, dull hair with split ends.

5. Accessorize your hair

The hair accessories that are so on-trend today will help you get even more radiance. On our website you'll find the ones that best suit your style. Discover them here.

We hope we've helped you today to understand your hair better and how you can help it show off all its radiance. Anything you'd like to ask us?