The hustle of modern life waits for no one, so time for self-care is often compromised. Your hair care routine might likely fall down the priority list as you would prioritise essential skincare, sleep or eating first. But healthy, beautiful hair doesn’t have to mean spending hours in front of the mirror or an overflowing shelf of products. With the right tools, habits, and know-how, you can build an easy hair care routine that delivers real results—without demanding too much of your time.
This guide from Everything Hair is here to help you simplify your daily habits, speed up your hair care, and answer the question, “How can you have a good hair care routine when life gets too busy?”
Step 1: Master the Basics – Less Is More
While thousands of hair care products are launched every day, the truth is you don’t need 15 products to achieve silky, smooth hair. All you ever need is three to five that are suitable for your hair type and actually work. For a low-maintenance, high-impact hair routine, stick with these essentials no matter what:
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Gentle, sulphate-free shampoo (2–3 times per week). Brasil Cacau Anti Frizz Sulphate-Free Shampoo is recommended for frizzy hair with damaged hair follicles and suits every scalp type.
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Hydrating conditioner (focus on mid-lengths and ends). Try Muk Intense Repair Conditioner to boost your hair strength, elasticity and shine while reducing breakage.
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Leave-in treatment or hair serum. It is an ultimate must-have for daily protection and if you’re after silky, smooth hair. Recommended by trichologists, L’anza Colour Care Trauma Treatment helps heal over-processed and damaged hair.
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Dry shampoo. Use this hair product in between days you aren’t ready to wash your hair. It comes in handy when you’re on a business trip or your week is full of jam-packed days.
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Heat protectant spray. It is advisable to use this product if you often style your hair with heat tools. Use the one with nurturing nutrients to combine caring and protecting functions, like the Kevin Murphy Heated Defence Spray.
The best hair care routine is one you’ll actually stick to, not the one with 100 products that do nothing to your hair. Choose multi-functional products that hydrate, protect, and style in one step to save time and clutter.
Step 2: Create a Fast Morning or Night Hair Ritual
Rushing in the morning to get to work in time? Build a 5-minute night routine to get yourself ready for stunning hair in the morning:
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Brush hair with a wide-tooth comb or detangling brush.
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Apply a light leave-in conditioner or serum.
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Loosely braid or wrap in a silk scrunchie to reduce friction while you sleep.
This simple ritual cuts down frizz, prevents breakage, and lets you wake up with hair that’s soft and manageable—zero styling needed.
On a busy morning, follow these tips to shorten the amount of time you spend on haircare:
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Go for a quick brush + dry shampoo.
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Settle with a slicked-back low bun with a touch of shine spray.
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Use a styling cream to define natural waves or tame flyway's.
Step 3: Lock in Hydration Weekly
If you only have time for one weekly treatment, make it a deep conditioner or scalp mask to provide your hair with essential nutrients. It delivers visible results with minimal effort:
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Improves shine and softness
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Balances oil levels and reduces flakiness
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Repairs dryness and heat damage
Apply the deep conditioner or scalp mask while showering, doing laundry, or even sitting down and watching Netflix to reward yourself with some self-care after a tiring workweek. Try the Brasil Cacau Hydrating Hair Complex Hair Mask. The cacao butter has a beautiful fragrance and treats your hair with glow and deep hydration.
Step 4: Know Your Hair Type = Smarter Choices
Not all easy hair care routines are the same. Tailor your steps to your hair’s needs:
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Fine or oily hair: Wash more frequently (2–3 times a week), use lightweight conditioners, and avoid heavy oils.
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Dry or curly hair: Co-wash or shampoo less often. Focus on deep moisture and frizz control.
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Coloured or damaged hair: Use bond-repairing treatments and always apply heat protectant before styling.
Understanding your unique hair texture and needs simplifies your hair care routine. It also ensures you’re not wasting money on products your hair doesn’t actually need.
Step 5: Consistency is Key—Even If You’re Short on Time
A quick hair care routine only works if it’s consistent. You don’t need to do it all every day—but try to stay consistent with these:
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Weekly wash and treatment
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Daily leave-in or oil
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Brushing before bed to reduce tangles and stimulate the scalp
It’s less about being perfect and more about being consistent. Over time, these mini-habits deliver major results. Remember, consistency is key to everything.
You Deserve Low-Maintenance, High-Reward Hair Care
You don’t need hours of effort or expensive salon visits. You just need an easy hair care routine built around smart habits, multi-tasking products, and realistic expectations.
Discover hair care that fits your life—not the other way around. Explore our range of expertly selected treatments, shampoos, and styling essentials at Everything Hair to build your best hair care routine at home.
Start simple. Stay consistent. Let your hair do the talking.
