FASHION, RECENT
Nov 26, 2024
Lean Into Low-Maintenance: The Top Colour, Cut & Styles This Season
Everything from your cut to your colour and finished style can say a lot about your look. From looking low-maintenance to actually being low-maintenance, there’s a reason why our beauty routines keep circling back to these trends — because we’re in our effortless era. So whether you need a refresh for your colour or a few tips to nail the laid-back style of the season, we’re offering some of our favourite ways to lean into low-maintenance styles this season.
THE COLOUR
Choose from linen blondes to candlelit brunettes to achieve a low-maintenance but high impact shade. And, always remember that more than anything, the health of your hair is paramount whenever colouring. For this reason, a gloss — alone or as part of your colour service — is a must.
Hair glosses are already a hit when it comes to creating effortlessly shiny hair, but the thing about a KEVIN.MURPHY+COLOR.ME GLOSS is that it can also add strength and thickness to your strands, making it a go-to to enhance the health and look of your hair. Whether you’re adding a tone or simply looking for shine, glosses are the easiest (and fastest) way to perk up your style.
THE CUT
The ultimate low-maintenance haircut is a length that falls neither here nor there. The Midi Cut, sometimes referred to recently as the Clavi-cut, falls longer than a bob or lob but with less length than long layers. Depending on the style and finish, it can give off both a long and short feel that is easily open to a variety of styling. Pair it with a fun colour, or keep your look au naturel — either way, this length is all kinds of fun without being high maintenance.
THE STYLE
The great thing about low-maintenance hair is that it can allow your outfit to really pop. Whether you’re putting a lot of effort into your wardrobe or are simply dressing up your gym-to-coffee look, a low-pony is the ultimate way to deliver a sleek, sophisticated look in no time. Take a page from this runway style and pair freshly washed or next-day hair with a flexible hairspray like SESSION.SPRAY FLEX or a moisturising dry conditioner like YOUNG.AGAIN DRY CONDITIONER to give shine, hold and a nourished finish.
THE PRODUCTS
We consider low-maintenance products those unicorns that can do it all. And while most of the range can be customised to meet your needs, there are a few standouts that make the must-have list.
KILLER.TWIRLS
Embrace the art of the air-dry with less fuss. Whether your hair is wavy, curly or coily, air-drying is a low-key favourite for a variety of reasons. Enhance your natural texture and keep frizz and flyaways at bay with this air-dry creme.
HEATED.DEFENSE
The master of the multi-task. HEATED.DEFENSE is a leave-in treatment and heat protectant in one. With a light foam consistency, it goes on weightless but provides a shield of support while enhancing a soft, supple finish.
FRESH.HAIR + YOUNG.AGAIN DRY CONDITIONER
We’re not sure who needs to hear this, but dry shampoo and dry conditioner make second day styles a breeze. From extending your look to enhancing nourishment, these are the ultimate time savers for any and all styles.
FAQ
Some low-maintenance hair color options this season include linen blondes and candlelit brunettes. Adding a gloss treatment, either alone or as part of your color service, is recommended to enhance shine and hair health while keeping maintenance low.
The Midi Cut, also known as the Clavi-cut, is a great low-maintenance option. It falls between a bob and long layers, offering versatility in styling without requiring frequent trims. This length works well with various colors and natural textures.
Some key low-maintenance hair products include KILLER.TWIRLS for air-drying, HEATED.DEFENSE for heat protection, and a combination of dry shampoo (FRESH.HAIR) and dry conditioner (YOUNG.AGAIN DRY CONDITIONER) for extending styles. These products help achieve effortless looks with minimal effort.
