To kick off my summer I went on a seven-day Mediterranean cruise. While the cruise would be seven days I would be gone for about 10 days. To prepare for the trip I studied the weather for the ports we’d be visiting, gathered everything I would need based on the excursions we’d be taking, and made a list of everything I would need at home before leaving.
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Additionally, I did some things to make sure I was able to properly care for my hair and not stray too far from my hair-healthy regimen. Because I was traveling overseas for a little more than I week I needed to make sure I had a plan to keep my hair on the healthy track.
1. Prepped hair prior to leaving
The day before I left for my trip I- Clarified my hair by washing it with L’Oreal Paris Total Repair 5 Restoring Shampoo
- Did a hard protein treatment with Aphogee Two-Step Protein Treatment
- Deep conditioned with SheaMoisture SuperFruit Complex 10-in-1 Renewal System Hair Masque
- And moisturized my hair using Jane Carter Revitalizing Leave-In Conditioner on my damp hair and Cantu Argan Oil Leave-In Conditioning Repair Cream on my dry hair then sealing with coconut oil paying close attention to my ends
I wanted to start my trip with clean hair so it wouldn’t be due for a wash until I got back. I also wanted to make sure my hair had a proper moisture and protein balance hence the hard protein treatment and deep condition.
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2. Took the essentials
When I travel domestically, I don’t worry as much about the products I’m taking with me because I know I can find a Walmart or CVS wherever I go. But when I travel overseas I take all the products I know I can’t live without since I know there’s a good chance I won’t be able to find them.For this trip, I knew I was going to be spending a lot of time outside in the sun, wind, and heat. So the hair products I took needed to be able to handle and stand up to sun, wind, and heat.
I took sample-sized moisturizing shampoos and rinse-out conditioners so I could include them in my carry-on. I like to carry most of my hair and beauty in a carry-on in case my checked luggage doesn't make it to my destination at the same time I do.
The shampoo and conditioner and I took were the Suave Professionals Almond and Shea Butter Shampoo and Conditioner. I took just enough product to wash my hair at least twice during the trip. I opted for this shampoo and conditioner because they are formulated for moisturizing dry hair and I knew my hair would be constantly exposed to sun, wind, and heat which would dry out my hair.
I also took the Jane Carter Revitalizing Leave-in Conditioner which I’ve found is a great way to quickly moisturize my hair and the Cantu Argan Oil Leave-In Conditioning Repair Cream which I used a few times to help seal in the liquid leave-in conditioner on my ends.
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3. Kept hair moisturized
This was essential so I didn’t have any breakage and my hair didn’t completely dry out.To keep my hair moisturized I sprayed Jane Carter Revitalizing Leave-in Conditioner on my hair each night paying close attention to my ends. After that, I wrapped my hair up in a satin wrap to keep it protected and moisturized.
Additionally, I wore updos multiple days during the trip to keep my hair protected. This included tucked-under ponytails, braids, and buns.
How do you care for your hair during your summer travels?
Share in the comments what’s worked for you and what hasn’t?
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