Your Friday Guide to Sleek, Shiny Hair That Lasts All Weekend

Waking up on a Friday comes with a zingy sense of anticipation. The work week’s practically done and two glorious days of freedom lie ahead. There’s just one thing that makes waking up on a Friday even sweeter: hair that actually cooperates.

If you played your Thursday night right hair-wise, you’re likely waking up with shiny, keratin-rich locks that are ready to carry you through the day and, if you’re feeling it, the night too.

Here’s how to keep that hair magic alive all Friday long, and how to stretch it well into the weekend.

Don’t undo your hard work the morning after

If you’ve already washed your hair the night before, your Friday morning routine can stay blissfully minimal. Your hair doesn’t need another full wash, it just needs to stay sleek.

That’s where a solid regimen matters. The new Fructis Keratin Sleek range by Garnier is designed to deliver that salon-smooth look at home, built around a shampoo, conditioner, smoothing mask and the hero step: the Sleek & Stay Serum.

Take your hair to shining new heights

For best results, apply the Sleek & Stay Serum to damp hair. This little bottle is basically the key to semi-permanent, salon-quality keratin results that you can get at home, which lasts up to five washes. The serum helps deliver that glossy finish that usually requires a salon appointment. Upon application, the patented alpha-silane technology works by coating the hair fibre in a film that’s up to 80 per cent waterproof and provides heat protection up to 230 degrees Celsius.

Dry, baby, dry

After applying the serum, it’s time to blow-dry. We asked some hairstylists what their go-to blow dryers are and, if you’re looking to invest in quality tools, the Dyson Supersonic remains a cult favourite for a reason, particularly if you love that smooth, bouncy finish. The final step is to use a straightener to lock in sleekness and help activate the serum.

Friday night reset

Fast forward to Friday night. You’re home. It’s been a long day, and now you’re ready to unwind in a way that’s slow, intentional and all about protecting your peace and newly sleek hair.

If your hair needs a refresh, repeat the Keratin Sleek routine in full. Or keep it simple and work the mask through your ends, leave it for a few minutes, rinse and you’re done.

From there, it’s less about routine and more about ritual. Slip into something soft (Melbourne brand Hommey does robes and pyjamas that feel like a warm hug), then wrap your hair in a microfibre towel to reduce frizz, minimise breakage and keep everything smooth while it dries.

Silk pillowcases and candlelight

A face mask moment is not negotiable. Garnier’s Hydra Bomb Vitamin C Brightening and Hydrating Mask is a reliable end-of-week pick-me-up that will instantly bring the glow back to your skin.

Then set the mood right: climb into bed (ideally on a silk pillowcase – frizzy hair hates to see one coming), light a candle and let the week go. Sydney-based Hunter Candles nails that fresh scent profile.

And just like that, you’ve re-created a salon experience at home. Sleep tight. Tomorrow is a brand new hair day and we know that, after a Friday night like this, it’s only going to be good.

This article is produced by Broadsheet in partnership with Garnier.