Winter is cosy, magical, and filled with festive excitement — but for your hair, it can be the toughest season of the year.
Cold winds, indoor heating, rain, wool scarves, and constant temperature changes can leave your hair dry, brittle, frizzy, and lacking shine. 

The good news? With the right winter care routine (and the right in-salon treatments), your hair can stay glossy, hydrated, and strong all season long. 

Here’s your expert-approved Winter Hair Survival Guide, created by the team at Gruaig D4 Hair Studio. 

Why Winter Is So Harsh on Your Hair? 

Winter weather creates the perfect storm for hair damage. Here’s what your strands go through from November to February: 

• Dryness from cold air. Cold weather pulls moisture from your hair, leading to roughness and breakage. 

• Indoor heating = moisture loss. Central heating dries the air, causing your hair to become static, frizzy, and dehydrated. 

• Humidity + rain = frizz.Moisture in the air disrupts your hair’s cuticle, creating frizz and flyaways. 

• Scarves & coats cause friction. Constant rubbing creates tangles, breakage, and split ends — especially for longer hair. 

• Colour fading accelerates. Warm inside, cold outside… your colour fades faster than in any other season. This is why winter haircare requires extra nourishment, protection, and glossing. 

 

Your Winter Hair Survival Plan (With Gruaig D4) 

Here are the most effective ways to protect your hair from cold-weather damage — approved by our expert stylists. 

 

1. Add Extra Hydration to Your Routine

Winter robs your hair of moisture, so your routine needs to give more back. 

Try this: 

• Swap to a hydrating shampoo + conditioner 

• Add a weekly mask (like Color WOW Dreaming Mask or Kevin.Murphy HYDRATE.ME) 

• Use leave-in conditioners to lock in moisture 

Your hair will instantly feel softer and smoother. 

 

2. Gloss for Shine + Tone + Defence

Glossing isn’t just for colour — it provides winter protection. 

Our Winter Special: Bespoke Gloss Combo (€55) includes:
✔ L’Oréal Metal Detox Pre-Treatment
✔ Detox Shampoo + Mask
✔ A custom Bespoke Gloss Toner 

It revives faded colour, adds mirror shine, and seals the cuticle — crucial for winter. 

 

3. Repair Bonds to Prevent Breakage

Cold weather weakens hair at a structural level. 

For deeper repair: 

K18 Booster 

Repairs broken bonds and protects hair from breakage — especially for blondes and colour clients. 

Metal Detox 

Essential for anyone with dull, lifeless colour or hard-water buildup. 

 

4. Reduce Heat Styling (and Always Use Protection)

We know winter calls for more blow-dries — but heat adds to winter damage. 

Our advice: 

• Use heat protection every time (Kevin.Murphy, Color WOW, or Kérastase) 

• Lower your tool temperature 

• Let your hair air-dry partially before styling 

 

5. Choose a Winter-Proof Haircut

Split ends worsen in winter — and once they split, they travel upward. 

A seasonal cut helps your hair stay sleek, glossy, and healthy. 

Winter is also the perfect season for: 

• Luxe bobs 

• Long layers 

• Curly cuts 

• Face-framing refreshes 

 

6. Upgrade to a 16 Week Blow Dry for Frizz Control

If you’re battling frizz, static, or constant winter styling…
Our 16 Week Blow Dry is your seasonal lifesaver. 

It gives:
Smoothness for up to 16 weeks
Zero frizz, even in rain
Faster styling
ong-lasting shine 

Perfect for busy mornings and festive events. 

 

7. Protect Your Hair from the Elements

A few small changes = huge difference.
Try: 

• Silk-lined hats 

• Brushing gently to avoid static 

• Keeping hair tucked inside coats when it’s windy 

• Using silk pillowcases to reduce friction 

Your strands will thank you. 

 

What We Recommend at Gruaig D4? 

• Winter Special: Bespoke Gloss Combo (€55) 

Glossy, hydrated, metal-free hair + tonal refresh. 

• K18 Booster 

Strengthens hair from deep within — ideal for blondes & colour clients. 

• 16 Week Blow Dry 

Smoothness + shine + frizz control all season long. 

• Bespoke Colour Refresh 

Perfect for reviving tone, enhancing warmth, and boosting shine during colder months. 

 

Get Your Winter Hair Plan at Gruaig D4! 

Your hair deserves to feel healthy, nourished, and radiant all winter long.
Book your seasonal refresh and our team will create a personalised winter care plan tailored to you. 

Call us on 01 668 4108     

Or book online now