Hot yoga hair: the good, the bad and the frizzy
If you’ve ever flowed through a hot yoga class, you know the drill. By the end of Savasana, you’re floating in bliss and drenched in sweat. Between those steamy temps (hello, 85 to 105 degrees!) and a packed, humid room, your hair takes a serious hit. That’s why having a hot yoga hair care routine isn’t just a luxury, it’s a total must for keeping those locks looking fresh and fabulous.
Hot Yoga Hair: The Good, The Bad, and The Frizzy
Let’s be real, balance is everything, and your hair knows it too. The heat and humidity in a hot yoga class aren’t all bad. In fact, they can give you major beachy goddess vibes by opening up your hair cuticle and letting your natural texture do its thing. But like any good thing, this can be both a blessing and a curse, depending on how you like to rock your hair.
Sure, an open cuticle means extra texture and volume (love that), but it also makes your hair prone to moisture loss, frizz, and dryness. Add in salty sweat, a little too much mat friction, and those way-too-tight buns, and you’ve got yourself a recipe for breakage — unless you show your strands some love.
Hot Yoga Hair Care: Yes, It’s a Thing
Good news: with the right moves, hot yoga can actually help your hair glow up instead of tear it down.
Before Class: Prep That Mane
Turn your hot yoga session into a mini spa moment for your hair. Slather on a leave-in conditioner before class, it’ll act as a moisture shield while you sweat it out. King loves lightweight, frizz-fighting options like Reverie’s Milk Anti-Frizz Leave-In or Rahua’s Leave-In Treatment. Feeling fancy? A little K18 Molecular Repair Oil or RŌZ Willow Glen Oil will keep your strands happily hydrated.
Style-wise, think protective but relaxed. A loose braid, messy bun, or high pony with a no-snag scrunchie will keep your hair in place without causing damage. Bonus points for a cute headband or hair wrap to keep the flyaways in check and add a little flair.
After Class: Rinse, Revive, Repeat
Post-sweat sesh, it’s time to cool things down, literally. Rinse your hair with cool water to help seal that cuticle back up and lock in whatever moisture you have left. Skip the hot water, though, it’s a one-way ticket to Dry Town.
Once you’re out, grab your favorite leave-in or oil and work it through damp hair. Ditch the aggressive brushing and opt for a wide-tooth comb, trust us, your hair will thank you. If you’re rushing from class to brunch (we see you), hit your roots and hairline with a little dry shampoo before class starts. It’ll soak up some of the sweat and leave you looking fresh and faux-effortless when you roll out of the studio.