Comments on: Any tips on what to do with long hair whilst travelling?

By: susie03

susie03 — Fri, 26 Sep 2008 22:09:33 +0000

I do a lot of long term travelling. You will not need straighteners that’s for sure. I would not recommend getting it cut. I have fine hair which simply won’t grow even to shoulder length and it would be so much easier if I had long hair. You can tie it up to keep your neck cool – plaits look good too and then you can have lovely waves for the evening. Also practice using scarves and hats to cover your hair as keeping it out on the sun will maintain condition.
No one really styles their hair when travelling and you won’t worry that it isn’t smooth and sleek. Do invest in a good leave in conditioner though – the Paul Mitchell one is great.

By: daniel s

daniel s — Thu, 25 Sep 2008 04:44:02 +0000

Yes straight to the hairdressers with you get it cut short.I had my hair nice and long but decided enough was enough and had it cut real short like a boy. I love it now and its so easy to look after.

By: Dravenlady

Dravenlady — Tue, 23 Sep 2008 02:15:28 +0000

pony tail… bun …bun with sticks

By: Trisha

Trisha — Sat, 20 Sep 2008 12:50:29 +0000

braid it they can last up to 2months.

By: gardeniagirl07

gardeniagirl07 — Thu, 18 Sep 2008 19:57:55 +0000

If you straighten your hair every single day, why not put a gentle relaxer on it before you leave for your vacation? My daughter has curly hair, regardless of whether it is long or short, and she uses a gentle relaxing formula, following up with a deep conditioner. That should help your hair stay soft, smooth and healthy looking. If you still find that you have more waves than you want, you can always use a 1 1/2 barrel curling iron, wrapping fairly large clumps of hair around the iron,pulling the hair straight as you release the iron, let your hair cool completely, then gently brush it out. If you are afraid of doing the relaxer procedure yourself, you can go to a local cosmetology school where students are learning how to do these procedures under the strict supervision of a fully licensed hair stylist. It also won’t cost as much money as going to a salon. Most salons are going to charge you an arm and a leg to professionally straighten your hair when they are basically doing the same thing that you can do using a thermal relaxer. Always make sure you use a straightening shampoo and follow-up with a good conditioner to help keep the waviness at a minimum. But remember, if your hair gets wet, it may still want to curl a little bit, but the relaxer helps reduce the amount of frizzing and curling that sometimes happens in wet weather. If you have dry hair, I would also recommend using a good glossing gel before you brush your hair. Many do not weigh down your hair, but they do have some frizziness protectors to help keep your hair looking smooth most of the day. The hair relaxer you choose should tell you how often the product can safely be used, but I think that many of the straighteners last about six weeks or so. And last but not least, if you find that your long hair is hot, you might try putting your hair in a ponytail, flipping it around and using a hair clip to give it a little extra edge. It is a really cute style for extra hot days.
I don’t blame you at all for not wanting to have to straighten your hair everyday while on vacation. That’s valuable time that you could be having lots of fun. I would gladly trade hair with you for a while because mine is waist long and straight as a board. I would love to have a little body in my hair without having to have a body wave put in it. Anyway, I hope this helps you and that your vacation is memorable! Good luck!

By: Fii

Fii — Thu, 18 Sep 2008 08:01:35 +0000

tie it up nice high and neat,loads of classy clips are for sale real cheap and they are great for any occaision!!even if its travelling!!
have a great time!!

By: fashionprincess1228

fashionprincess1228 — Wed, 17 Sep 2008 03:21:46 +0000

You should try washing it, and leaving it wavy. Wavy styles are really in right now so take advantage of it. If you want more hairstyle choices visit this website.

By: stags.breath

stags.breath — Sun, 14 Sep 2008 14:50:24 +0000

Wrap the baby’s milk in it to keep it warm.

By: Hasbeen

Hasbeen — Fri, 12 Sep 2008 22:49:06 +0000

i have really long hair and just wore it nicely tied up every day. take a few hair jewels for when you go out and make the ‘messy do’ your travel look

By: Cookie

Cookie — Fri, 12 Sep 2008 09:28:00 +0000

tie it up girl