How to Get Glass Hair: Your Easy K-beauty Guide

When scrolling through your social media feed, you've probably seen countless people flaunting their shiny, reflective "glass hair." If you're wondering how to achieve that dream hair yourself, look no further! This haircare guide is exactly what you need. In this blog, we’ll explore what glass hair is and reveal the secrets to achieving that glossy, mirror-like shine with effective Korean haircare products and top tips. Ready to get that glow?

What is Glass Hair?

Glass hair is a trending hairstyle known for its strikingly smooth and glossy appearance. It reflects light beautifully and moves with a flawless, sleek shine. The concept is similar to "glass skin" in Korean skincare, which refers to a well-hydrated, smooth complexion that glows from within. Just as glass skin has a healthy moisture barrier, glass hair looks polished and healthy, with a high shine and perfect smoothness. With the right haircare tailored to your hair type, you can achieve the glass hair look, whether your hair is straight, curly, or wavy.

Glass Hair Routine

Glass hair results from good cleansing and hydration habits, which promote scalp health and prevent dry ends. It's also important to protect your hair from heat during styling.

Step 1: Pre-shampoo Care

If you wash your hair immediately when you get into the shower, it may not get fully cleaned because tangled hair and impurities might not be properly washed out. Before wetting your hair, gently brush it from the ends to the roots to detangle it. If your hair is very damaged and tangled, be careful not to over-brush to avoid causing more breakage. This could be a sign that you need to trim the damaged areas to achieve a smoother, more manageable look.

Step 2: Cleansing

After brushing your hair, thoroughly wet it from the roots to the ends with lukewarm water. Gently massage your scalp and rinse your hair roots with just water for 2-3 minutes to remove any dirt that can be washed away without shampoo. This step helps the shampoo work more effectively.

Once your hair is well-moistened, apply a generous amount of shampoo and gently massage your scalp with your fingertips, avoiding scratching with your nails. Don’t forget to cleanse the areas behind your ears and the lower back of your head, as these spots are often missed. Since wet hair is more prone to damage, avoid rubbing or scrubbing too hard, as this can strip away the outer cuticle. 

After washing, rinse your hair thoroughly to prevent damage and scalp issues. Continue rinsing until there is no shampoo residue left and your hair feels completely clean.

DAENG GI MEO RI Vitalising Shampoo - From £8.50

Ideal for damaged and rough-textured hair, DAENG GI MEO RI Vitalising Shampoo offers a luxurious cleanse with the benefits of Korean herbs. It addresses common issues such as dandruff, oily scalp, and frizzy hair while enhancing scalp health for fuller hair. With up to 33% Herbal Extracts, this shampoo provides deep nourishment and revitalises the scalp. 

Step 3: Treatment

After shampooing, gently squeeze out excess water from your hair. Apply a generous amount of treatment to the lower part of your hair and spread it using your hands or a comb. Leave the treatment on for at least 2-3 minutes to allow the nutrients to nourish and hydrate your hair. Then, rinse thoroughly.

DAENG GI MEO RI Vitalising Treatment - From £8.50

Revive weakened, rough, and frizzy hair with DAENG GI MEO RI's Vitalising Treatment. Packed with nutrient-rich Herbal Extracts, it boosts blood flow in the scalp and helps reduce hair loss, delivering deep nourishment. The treatment also contains Calamus Water, an antioxidant-rich ingredient used in East Asian hair care for centuries. This ingredient enhances moisture, nourishes hair strands, and improves elasticity for fuller, healthier hair.

Step 4: Towel Dry & Extra Hydration

After showering, squeeze out excess water from your hair and gently pat it dry with a clean towel. Avoid rubbing the strands to prevent damage. Using a highly absorbent towel, like one made from microfiber, is ideal. If you don’t have one, a soft cotton T-shirt will also work.

Once your hair is towel-dried, apply 2-3 pumps of hair serum or hair oil to the ends to protect them from dryness and damage.

KUNDAL Macadamia Ultra Hair Serum (100ml) - £13.99

This ultra-lightweight hair serum rescues dull, dry hair without any greasiness. It’s packed with a potent 15,000ppm of Macadamia Oil to deeply nourish, hydrate, and improve hair elasticity. The serum also includes Almond and Argan Seed oils, which add a luxurious shine, strengthen hair, repair split ends, and help prevent breakage.

Step 5: Styling

To achieve the high-shine look of glass hair, blow-drying is recommended, but managing the heat is key. To prevent heat damage, use a heat protectant product before drying and set the temperature to low or medium. When your hair is about 90% dry, switch to the cool setting to seal the cuticles and boost shine.

KUNDAL Protein Bonding Hair Mist Serum Violet Muguet (150ml) - £17.00

Restore moisture to dry, dull hair damaged by daily heat styling with KUNDAL's Protein Bonding Hair Mist Serum. This serum uses the brand’s special Double Care Bonding Technology to strengthen the bonds between hair fibres and improve moisture retention. Enriched with Hydrolyzed Protein, it fortifies hair follicles, reduces breakage and split ends, and protects against future damage.

If you have curly hair, use a product formulated for your hair type.

KUNDAL Volume & Fixing Curl Dream Wedding Bouquet (130ml) - £11.50

Revive your beautiful curls with KUNDAL Volume & Fixing Curl Dream, a hydrating hair cream that adds volume and keeps curls looking great for up to 24 hours. Infused with Argan Seed Oil and Macadamia Seed Oil, this cream deeply nourishes your hair, reducing breakage and preventing damage while leaving it irresistibly soft and shiny.