This story is part of the July 7 edition of Sunday Life. See all 14 stories . It all started with the blunt, immaculately polished bob cut (think Kim Kardashian circa 2018), but now the glass-hair trend encompasses all hair lengths.
This look is time-consuming and requires dedication. As well as being poker straight, glassy hair needs to be smooth to the touch with zero frizz and flyaways. The ends should be blunt-edged, so regular trimming is essential.
Chocolate and black locks will always shine more the blonde hair because of the way light refracts on darker hair. Healthy hair is at the core of this movement, so use a hydrating shampoo and conditioner plus regular hair masking to keep your locks in peak condition. Go for a mask formulated with nourishing ingredients such as natural botanical oils and plant extracts that hydrate, repair and strengthen hair.
Use a hydrating shampoo and conditioner plus regular hair masking to keep your locks in peak condition. Credit: Getty Images Begin by washing your hair with a hydrating shampoo such as Gisou Honey Infused Hair Wash ($55), and following with the paired Conditioner ($56). After rinsing, gently towel-dry your hair to remove excess moisture.
Before reaching for any heat-styling tools, apply a hair-protecting serum like Olaplex No. 7 Bonding Oil ($54) to damp hair. As well as providing heat protection, this acts like a primer, eliminating frizz, boosting shine and reducing styling time.
Comb it through damp hair with a wide-t.