Glass hair: straight and shiny hair like glass
The Korean trend continues to dominate on social media
G-Club
April 3rd, 2025
April 3rd, 2025
The glass hair look is characterized by ultra-sleek, smooth, and reflective hair, creating an almost unreal effect. Born in South Korea, this trend quickly spread to the West thanks to social media, but how can you achieve such flawless results?
Glass hair: an innovation born in South Korea
The glass hair phenomenon was born in South Korea, a country always one step ahead when it comes to innovative beauty trends. K-pop stars and Korean influencers were among the first to showcase this flawless look, emphasizing a sleek and so shiny that it reflects light. Glass hair not only looks perfect, but it's also incredibly soft and smooth to the touch, completely free from the concept of frizz. This effect is the result of specific treatments that hydrate and deeply nourish each strand, making them not only beautiful to look at but also healthy and vital.
How to achieve glass hair
Glass hair is the result of a lamellar treatment, a professional technique where hair strands are wrapped in a protective layer that makes them visibly shinier, softer, and healthier. The treatment lasts about 10 washes and is especially recommended for those with very frizzy, dry, or damaged hair, so it's particularly ideal for those with high porosity hair. This technique is perfect for restoring hair health, making the hair look more controlled and luminous.
Tips for achieving glass hair at home
If you can't get a professional treatment, don't worry! You can still achieve a similar effect at home by using the right products and following a few simple habits. As mentioned earlier, to get glass hair it's essential to seal the hair cuticles to avoid frizz and dullness. A good trick is to rinse your hair with cold water and use cold air for the final blow-dry: this will help seal the cuticles. Choose shampoos with nourishing oils, such as coconut oil or shea butter, to deeply nourish the hair. Once a week, apply a hydrating mask and a repair treatment to rebuild damaged hair and make it visibly healthier. The best products for achieving glass hair are those aimed at sealing the cuticles and preventing frizz, so opt for anti-frizz products with acids such as citric acid or glycolic acid.
