The Best Heat-Free Hair Hacks and Hairstyles to Try

One of the best (and easiest!) ways to enhance shine is by taking a cold shower or ending your regular shower routine with a cool blast of water. Rinsing your hair with cold water helps close the hair cuticles, making the hair surface smoother and more reflective. Plus, cold water helps to seal in moisture, keeping your hair hydrated and healthy.

Cold water also helps maintain the health of your scalp by reducing inflammation and stimulating blood circulation, which can improve hair health over time. Ending your showers with a cold water rinse will increase shine, reduce frizz, and help create healthier hair without the need for more hair products or treatments.

Lauren Harano is a contributor for PS and was an editor for the living, beauty, and commerce departments. She’s a Southern California native turned New Yorker with a passion for skin care, murder mysteries, and online shopping. Her work can be found in the pages of Cosmopolitan and Seventeen as well as online from InStyle, Esquire, NBC, and various food and travel sites.