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7 November 2025· General Discussion

Winter Wind and Hair Woes

If you live anywhere along the Costa Del Sol, you’ll know that winter might be mild, but it still brings its fair share of windy days. I swear the breezes in La Cala de Mijas have a mind of their own. One minute your hair looks perfect, the next it’s doing its own interpretive da

Winter Wind and Hair Woes

By Katie Snowden, www.katie.es

Hello my lovelies

If you live anywhere along the Costa Del Sol, you’ll know that winter might be mild, but it still brings its fair share of windy days. I swear the breezes in La Cala de Mijas have a mind of their own. One minute your hair looks perfect, the next it’s doing its own interpretive dance in the wind. So let’s talk about how to keep your hair looking lovely even when the weather tries to take charge.

The Coastal Hair Struggle

There is something magical about living by the sea, but the salty air and gusty winds can leave your hair feeling dry, tangled, and frizzy. The trick is to stay one step ahead. A good quality leave in conditioner is your first line of defence. It helps seal the cuticle and keeps moisture locked in, so your hair doesn’t become a salty, windswept mess by lunchtime.

Tie It Before It Tries You

If you know you’re heading out on a windy day, style your hair before the wind does it for you. A low ponytail, soft braid, or messy bun can save you hours of detangling later. My personal favourite is a loose braid pulled to one side, which still looks chic even after a few gusts of seaside air.

Smooth It, Don’t Fight It

Instead of battling frizz with endless brushing, embrace smoothing products that work with your hair, not against it. A light serum or oil rubbed between your palms and gently worked through the ends will tame flyaways without weighing your hair down.

Treat Yourself to a Little TLC

Wind and salt can leave your hair feeling rough, so this is the perfect time to treat it to a hydrating mask once a week. If you’d like a professional touch, I can bring deep treatments and shine boosting services right to your door with my mobile hairdressing in La Cala de Mijas. It’s an easy way to give your hair a bit of love without leaving your home.

My Winter Wind Tip

If you are planning to be out and about, keep a small hairbrush or comb in your bag, along with a little serum. A quick touch up can make all the difference after a windy walk by the beach.

Winter might not bring snow here on the Costa Del Sol, but it definitely brings its own hair challenges. Keep your hair protected, nourished, and ready for anything. And stay tuned for my next post in the seasonal series, where we will tackle one of my favourite topics, The Great Hat Hair Debate.

Love, Katie x