New year, new hair goals! If your routine got a little off track during the holidays, January is a great time for a hair reset. Maybe you used more heat than usual, skipped a few wash days, dealt with winter dryness, or simply weren’t as consistent as you wanted to be. That happens. A hair reset is simply a chance to check in with your hair, see what it needs, and get back to a routine you can actually stick with.
Let’s put together a simple four-week reset focused on caring for your hair, building better habits, and starting the year with a little more consistency.
Why Your Hair Needs a New Year Reset
The holidays can throw even the best hair routine off track. You may be dealing with:
- Extra styling for parties and gatherings
- Product buildup from styling products
- More heat styling than usual
- An inconsistent routine during a busy season
- Winter dryness from cold air and indoor heating
- Stress or lifestyle changes that may affect your usual hair-care routine
The Complete Hair Reset Plan
Week 1: Clarify & Assess
Start by checking in with your hair and scalp. If you’re noticing product buildup, it may be time for a thorough cleanse or clarifying shampoo. Follow with a conditioner or deep conditioner that works for your hair.
Once your hair is clean, take a look at how it feels. Are your ends dry or splitting? Are you noticing more tangles or breakage? Does your scalp have buildup? This is your starting point, and it can help you decide what your hair needs next.
Week 2: Nourish & Condition
Now that you’ve checked in with your hair, focus on consistency. Incorporate your Glow Luxe Hair Growth Serum into your scalp and hair-care routine according to the product directions. If your lengths and ends need a little extra conditioning, use your Glow Luxe Hair & Skin Glow Oil as needed.
You don’t need a complicated routine. Start with what your hair actually needs and adjust as you go.
Week 3: Build Healthy Habits
This week is about creating habits you can realistically maintain. Choose a wash-day schedule that works for your hair and lifestyle, keep up with conditioning as needed, and handle your hair gently between wash days.
At night, consider a satin or silk bonnet, scarf, or pillowcase if it works well for your hair and style. The goal isn’t perfection—it’s finding simple habits you can stay consistent with.
Week 4: Set Goals & Track Your Progress
Take a few photos if you want to document your journey, and think about what you actually want to improve. Maybe your goal is less breakage, better length retention, healthier-looking ends, more consistent wash days, or simply learning what your hair responds to best.
Keep your goals realistic and remember that progress doesn’t look exactly the same for everyone.
Final Thoughts
A New Year hair reset isn’t about having a perfect routine. It’s about getting back to the basics, paying attention to your hair, and creating habits you can realistically maintain.
Take it one week at a time. Keep what works, change what doesn’t, and give yourself room to learn your hair along the way. That’s what a real reset is all about.
Shop Your Hair Reset Essentials:
🎯 For Scalp & Hair Care: Glow Luxe Strengthening Hair Growth Serum
🎯 For Daily Hair Care: Glow Luxe Hair Growth Serum
🎯 For Richer Conditioning: Glow Luxe Strengthening Hair Growth Balm
🎯 For Added Conditioning: Glow Luxe Hair & Skin Glow Oil
🎯 For Sleek Styling: Glow Luxe Edge Control
Disclaimer:
The information provided in this blog post is for educational and informational purposes only. While we strive to provide accurate and helpful beauty and hair care advice, this content is not intended as medical advice and should not be used to diagnose or treat any health conditions. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider or dermatologist before starting any new hair care routine, especially if you have scalp conditions, allergies, or sensitivities.
Individual results may vary based on hair type, texture, porosity, and overall health. What works for one person may not work for another, and we encourage you to listen to your hair’s unique needs.
This post may contain links to products available at Underneath The Makeup. We stand behind the quality of our Glow Luxe products and only recommend what we genuinely believe will benefit your hair and skin care journey.





