Flyaways ruining your sleek finish? Here’s how to smooth them

Few things are more irritating than perfecting your blow-dry, only for a halo of tiny hairs to spring up around your parting. And while a little texture is lovely, sometimes you want your hair to look smooth, glossy and put together.

The secret? A few tweaks to your routine and a light touch with your styling products. Here’s our stylist-approved tips for how to get those wayward strands under control.

Get to know your flyaways

Before reaching for a serum, consider what you’re trying to smooth. Flyaways can be new hairs growing through, strands that have snapped or hairs lifting because of static.

That means they don’t all need the same approach. New growth needs gentle styling, while breakage calls for a closer look at how you handle your hair.

Start smoothing in the shower

A good conditioner makes hair easier to manage, so give your lengths and ends some attention when you wash. If they feel particularly dry, bring a conditioning mask into your routine.

Choose a formula that suits your texture: lightweight conditioning for fine hair, something richer for thicker strands. Too much product can leave hair looking flat before you’ve even picked up the dryer.

Rethink the towel rub

That vigorous towel-dry might save a few seconds, but the friction can rough up your style before it’s begun.

Gently squeeze out excess water with a soft towel, microfibre towel or cotton T-shirt instead. Then ease out tangles from the ends upwards, taking your time with any knots.

Give your blow-dry some direction

For a smoother finish, direct the airflow down your hair towards the ends. A nozzle attachment helps keep it focused, rather than blowing strands in every direction.

Apply heat protectant first, keep the dryer moving and avoid repeatedly heating sections that are already dry. More heat isn’t the shortcut to a better blow-dry.

Make your finishing product work harder

A little serum or smoothing cream can make a big difference. Start with a tiny amount, spread it between your palms and lightly skim over the surface of your hair.

Keep richer products mainly on the lengths and ends, especially if your roots get oily easily.

For those stubborn little hairs around your parting, apply a small amount of hairspray to a clean spoolie or styling brush, then gently sweep them into place. It gives you more control than another all-over blast of spray.

Take the tension out of your ponytail

A sleek ponytail is always tempting on a busy morning, but repeatedly pulling it tight can contribute to breakage.

Use a soft, snag-free hair tie, vary its position and resist the urge to tug harder just to catch every last strand. A few soft hairs around your face can be part of the look.

Book a trim with a purpose

If your ends are damaged, a trim can help your hair look neater. But cutting won’t solve static, and those little hairs may simply be new growth. Ask your stylist to help you work out what’s going on, then choose a cut and home routine that suit your hair.

Ready for a smoother finish? Book an appointment at Pankhurst & Deane for styling advice tailored to your texture, your routine and the look you love.

Static hair? Five products to help tame flyaways

You’ve just finished blow-drying your hair, only for a few stubborn strands to spring straight back up. Sound familiar? Static hair has a knack for undoing your hard work in seconds.

Flyaways can happen to anyone, whether you’re dealing with damage from heat styling, breakage from brushing or tight ponytails, or changes to your hair during menopause or after having a baby.

The good news? Our favourite anti-frizz products can help smooth those wayward strands and keep your hair looking sleek.

How to get rid of split ends - and stop them coming back

Split ends: tiny, irritating and capable of making even freshly styled hair look tired. But can you actually repair them? Here’s the honest answer.

Start with a trim

No product can permanently fuse a split end back together. Serums and masks may temporarily smooth and disguise the damage, but a professional trim is the only way to remove it. Left alone, a split can travel further up the hair shaft, leading to more breakage—and a bigger cut later.

Handle your hair gently

Wet hair is particularly vulnerable, so avoid rough towel-drying and aggressive brushing. Gently squeeze out excess water, use a microfibre towel and detangle from the ends upwards with a wide-tooth comb.

Turn down the heat

Straighteners, curling irons and overly hot hairdryers can weaken the hair’s protective outer layer. Apply heat protection every time, choose the lowest effective temperature and give your hair regular styling breaks.

Add moisture—but don’t overdo it

Use a nourishing conditioner after every wash and apply a weekly mask, concentrating on the mid-lengths and ends. Finish with a small amount of hair oil or serum to reduce friction and keep the ends looking polished.

The best strategy? Regular trims combined with gentle, consistent care. Book a salon appointment and we’ll remove damaged ends while keeping as much of your length as possible.

How to stop greasy hair in its tracks: five expert-approved tricks that actually work

You know the story: you’ve washed your hair in the morning only to find your roots looking greasy again by lunchtime. If oily hair is a regular occurrence, don’t worry as we have compiled our favourite tricks that can make all the difference.

Reconsider your washing routine

While it’s tempting to shampoo daily, over-cleansing can strip the scalp of its natural oils, potentially encouraging it to produce more. Instead, try gradually spacing out washes and opt for a gentle, balancing shampoo.

Put shampoo and conditioner where your hair needs it most

When you do wash, concentrate shampoo at the roots, where oil builds up, and keep conditioner strictly to the mid-lengths and ends.

Watch out for product build-up

Styling creams, oils and even dry shampoo can accumulate on the scalp, so introduce a clarifying shampoo once a week for a proper reset.

Then there are the less obvious habits: constantly touching or brushing your hair can transfer oils from your hands and scalp through the lengths, while an overdue pillowcase change certainly won’t help.

Last resort

And for the days when your roots still refuse to cooperate? Apply dry shampoo before they become greasy, ideally before bed. It has time to absorb excess oil overnight, leaving hair fresher and fuller by morning.

Need more help with your hair? Give us a call or drop into the salon.

Why your hair turns oily - and what to do it about it now

Here’s the thing: a certain degree of oiliness is not only normal, but necessary. The scalp produces sebum as a protective mechanism, keeping both skin and hair adequately hydrated. The trouble starts when this process tips out of balance, leaving hair looking limp and greasy rather than healthy.

1. Over-washing can backfire
It may seem counterintuitive, but washing your hair too frequently can make oiliness worse. Regular stripping of natural oils prompts the scalp to compensate by producing more sebum, often resulting in the very greasiness one is attempting to avoid.

2. Hair type plays a role
Straighter hair types tend to appear oilier more quickly. Without curls or texture to slow its progress, sebum travels easily down the hair shaft, making it more visible from root to tip.

3. Product choice matters
Not all cleansing routines are created equal. Water alone will not dissolve oil effectively, and relying just on conditioner can allow residue to build. A well-formulated shampoo is essential for properly removing excess sebum and maintaining balance.

4. Lifestyle factors contribute
Heat, humidity, exercise and heavy styling products all encourage oil accumulation. These external influences can turn an otherwise manageable scalp into a persistently greasy one.

The practical approach
Wash regularly—but not excessively—with a suitable shampoo, avoid overloading the hair with product, and tailor your routine to your hair type. In most cases, restraint rather than excess is the key to restoring equilibrium.

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If I wanted to fix static hair I'd try one of these five products

We’ve all had those moments. You’ve just finished blow drying your hair and then those annoying bits that always stick up automatically ping sky-high as if to say: “we’re still here, guys!”

The good news is, you’re not alone. Everyone gets fuzzy hair, whether it’s from over-styling, excessive hairbrushing, too tight ponytails, menopausal hair thinning or even fragile post-baby hair.

The even better news is, you can fix it with these our favourite anti-frizz products.

Three steps to grow out a bob according to the experts

When you're growing out your hair it can feel painstakingly slow, and there's nothing worse than that in between stage when you feel like you're neither one style nor another.

The thing is, there is no single product that will make your hair grow quicker (sorry, we wish there was!). But there are certain things you can do which will get your hair in great condition to help it grow.

Step one: Stop towel drying your hair

If you wrap your hair into a bath towel turban after washing, stop! This causes hair to break and towel rubbing it dry causes even more damage. Instead invest in a microfibre hair wrap like this, which is more gentle on the follicles and also helps to de-frizz at the same time.

Step two: Treat your hair with some TLC

Try and exfoliating shampoo to properly cleanse your hair and strengthen it against breakage. We like this one from L'Oreal Paris. A rich argan-oil based conditioner like this will also keep your locks in good condition.

Step three: Cut your hair every six to eight weeks

We know this sounds scary and counterproductive to someone growing their hair, but regular trims will give your follicles a boost and help with your game-term plan to have long, luscious locks. Book your next appointment by calling us on 01865 553725 or clicking here.

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