Break Bad Hair Habits with Assort Melbourne
We see it every day at Assort Melbourne: beautiful hair struggling against the hidden stressors of daily life. Melbourne’s unpredictable weather and our busy routines can take a toll, often without us even realizing it.
It’s time for a Hair Habit Audit! Check out these 14 common habits that might be secretly sabotaging your strands and how you can fix them to achieve that healthy, shiny finish.
The Audit: 14 Habits to Break
| The Bad Habit | Why It’s Hurting You | The Stylist Fix 💡 |
| Rough Towel Drying | Causes friction and frizz. | Blot gently with a microfiber towel. |
| Tight Ponytails | Leads to traction alopecia and breakage. | Use silk scrunchies or soft clips. |
| Brushing from Roots | Snaps the hair shaft at tangles. | Always start from the ends and work up. |
| Skipping Heat Protectant | High temps “cook” the hair protein. | Use a professional thermal shield. |
| Washing Too Often | Strips natural oils, causing a dry scalp. |
Aim for 2–3 times a week. |
| Using Boiling Water | Opens the cuticle too wide, causing dullness. | Rinse with lukewarm or cool water. |
| Sleeping on Cotton | Cotton absorbs moisture and causes friction. | Switch to a silk pillowcase. |
| Box Dye Experiments | Leads to uneven porosity and damage. | Leave the chemistry to us at Assort! |
| Skipping Regular Trims | Split ends travel up the hair shaft. |
Book every 6–8 weeks. |
| Overusing Dry Shampoo | Can clog follicles and cause buildup. | Use only on “Day 3” hair and wash thoroughly. |
| Sun Exposure | UV rays weaken hair bonds. | Wear a hat or use hair SPF. |
| Stress & Poor Diet | Hair is the last to get nutrients. |
Prioritize wellness and scalp health. |
| Dirty Hair Brushes | Transfers old oil and bacteria back. | Wash your brushes once a month. |
| Silicon-Heavy Products | Creates a “fake” shine that suffocates hair. |
Use salon-grade Evo or Olaplex. |
The Recovery Kit
If your audit revealed a few “guilty” marks, don’t panic! Our Melbourne stylists recommend a two-step recovery:
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The Deep Clean: Use a clarifying shampoo to remove buildup from hard water and products.
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The Bond Builder: Incorporate Olaplex or K18 treatments to repair the internal structure of your hair.
“Healthy hair isn’t just about what we do in the salon, it’s about the 90% of the time you spend at home!” — Assort Melbourne Team.
Book Your Consultation
Ready to reset? Let our experts analyze your hair and create a custom routine just for you.
👉 Book at Assort Melbourne here
Location: 73/77 Wellington St, Collingwood VIC 3066
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