When you’re walking around the lively city of Copenhagen or taking a dip into crystal blue Caribbean waters, the last thing you want to worry about is how your hair looks. As trivial or vain as it might seem, we all must answer the calls of our hair, whether we like it or not—be it washing (or not washing), styling, protecting, or maintaining our locks when we travel. And as travel editors, we know just how important it is to fully immerse ourselves in the experience while on the road—and to feel like our most confident selves while doing so.
To help you do just that, we’ve put together a guide to simplifying your travel hair care routine. We’ve asked Condé Nast Traveler editors to share the serums and sprays they never leave at home, and gathered tips on protective styles and keeping hair healthy in the summer from industry experts. Need a little more convincing to get your hair wet on vacation? One of our editors shares a personal experience on just how important it is to truly let go when you travel.
Below, a busy traveler’s guide to hair care on the road, highlighting the products, advice, and lessons worth taking with you on your next adventure.
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7 Protective Styles Travel Writers Swear By
Vacation hair care just became a lot easier. Six travel writers share their go-to protective styles, and what products they're packing to help hair last.
By Giving Up My Need for Perfect Hair, I Learned to Lean Into My Travels
For years, I sacrificed elemental travel experiences for the sake of my vanity. Then, all at once, I gave in.
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