Smart Hair Trends for 2023

In 2022 there was a post-pandemic revolution, with many people trying daring new styles as we emerged from various lockdowns. That more experimental approach is set to continue as we head into 2023 and more of us get the confidence to treat ourselves to fashionable, artistic looks.  

The hairdressing team at Alchemy & I in Palmerston North are experts in transforming your style into something you love!

New Hair in Palmerston North

A lot is happening with long hair, as you might expect. Styling has returned with a vengeance, whether you’re wearing your hair up or down. Sculpting and architectural shaping are becoming more popular with every option, from the gelled kiss curl to the ballet bun back on the table.

If you’re looking to put your hair up and create an impression, stylists suggest starting with wet hair, as it’s much easier to manage. Adding a styling cream or gel helps you maintain control and can give you the confidence to experiment.

Looking After Your Scalp

This may not sound like a trend, but if you’re experimenting with brand-new looks and being extra brave, you must have a strong foundation. Scalp care is becoming increasingly important, especially when using many different hair products.

Several scalp care products are on the market, many containing salicylic acid, which helps reduce flakiness. If you have a sensitive scalp, you should invest in a micro-peel for gentle exfoliation. Introducing a regular scalp treatment into your weekly regime should mean that your hair remains soft and silky, whatever you try to do to it.

Bobs are Back

The bob has always been a popular and easy-to-maintain style, especially for those working in busy city jobs. With a great bob, it’s all about the angles rather than the layering. When you get it right, it can look striking at any time of day, whether at work, a bar, a restaurant or at home with the family.

Longer Hair

Whether it was letting those locks grow during the pandemic or you decided to have extensions, longer hair with a luxurious twist is back in fashion for 2023. With longer hair comes more reason to experiment but the classic blowout and building voluminous waves are still popular choices.

Side partings are also making a comeback. It could be time to change if you’ve been parting your hair down the middle for the last few years. That applies whether you have luxurious long hair or a smart bob. It can make a big difference to the way you look.

The wet look is also making a comeback in our post-pandemic world, especially if you have long hair. It’s the sort of look that works with almost any hair type and can easily transfer from a day look to an evening glamour look with little or no effort.

A few other looks that have hung around through 2022 are still going to be fashion favourites as we head into the New Year. These include those 70s bangs and new takes on the ever-divisive mullet. What is key, however, is that experimentation and confidence are back, and we’re all ready to try new trends and step outside that comfort zone.

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