Because the season’s full of plans and your hair needs one, too.
The invitations are stacking up. The outfits are planned (or at least pinned). And yet, the eternal question remains: What do I do with my hair?
Between late-night parties, slow movie evenings, and family lunches that turn into all-day affairs, your hair has to shift gears as quickly as you do.
here’s our stylist-approved guide to every kind of festive moment, and what to do with your hair when it arrives; effortless looks that work with your plans, not against them.
The Glam Christmas Party Look
Glossy blowout or sleek bun.
It’s that time of year when “a little extra” finally feels appropriate. The work party, the cocktails, the kind of evening that requires both confidence and stamina, your hair should deliver both.
For the main-character energy kind of night, go for the glossy blowout. It’s polished without being precious, classic without feeling corporate. The secret is in the prep: start clean, protect from heat, and take your time with the brush. Flip your hair out at the end and let it settle; perfect, but never too perfect.
If you’re more of a minimalist (or just someone who knows the dance floor gets hot), the sleek bun is your saviour. Centre-part, brushed back, and smoothed down, simple, sculpted, and subtly says “I have great taste.”
Both are timeless, dependable, and built to last as long as the party does.
The Cozy Holiday Movie Night
Effortless bun, braid, or air-dry with a nourishing treatment.
There’s something to be said for staying in. Telling everyone your busy, lighting the candles, gathering the snacks, and the soundtrack of a movie you’ve seen enough times to quote. A moment of calm in the chaos, and your hair should feel the same way.
This is where low-effort meets quiet care. Wash the day out, finish with our K.REVIVE Peptide Power Leave-in Mask then twist or braid it loosely while it dries. By the time the credits roll, your hair will be healthier with that soft, undone texture that looks like you spent time on it; when really, you didn’t.
If you’d rather skip styling altogether, embrace air-drying with intention: apply Replends Crème Leave-in Moisturiser through the mids and ends, and let it do its thing. The result is lived-in, relaxed, and effortless.
Movie night hair should feel like an exhale. Consider this your permission slip.
The Chic Brunch Style
Soft waves or volume with natural polish.
Brunch hair is a balancing act: elevated, but not trying too hard. It needs to survive hugs, humidity, and at least one impromptu photo.
Start with a little texture; brushed-out waves, or soft lift at the roots; and keep the finish clean and all day stay. If your hair tends to fall flat, add subtle movement with a curling wand, alternating directions so it looks natural. For extra polish, run a brush through once at the end; just enough to blend, not blur.
It’s the kind of style that looks good in every lighting situation, from a morning mimosa to golden-hour cocktails if the day runs long (and it usually does).
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