Choosing the right products is difficult. Our hair care experts selected their favorite summer haircare essentials to make it easy for you.

Traveling exposes your hair to new climates, especially heat & humidity, which can lead to frizz, dryness, and overall stress on your strands. That’s why it’s smart to pack hair products that are hydrating, protective, & easy to travel with. Here’s your go-to vacation hair care checklist, filled with products that help hydrate, repair, and smooth your hair. You do not need all the products choose the ones you need or ask your stylist which ones are best for you. Remember to ask for travel sizes so they take up less space your suitcase.

🧳 Top Vacation Must-Haves:

Hair Essentials

🧴 Shampoo & Conditioner

Oribe Gold Lust Repair & Restore Shampoo + Conditioner

This luxurious duo is perfect for combating sun, saltwater, and chlorine damage. It gently cleanses while deeply repairing and hydrating your hair—ideal for dry or color-treated strands.

**Why they’re essential:**

Restores softness, strength, and shine
Repairs damage from sun and environmental stress
Smells amazing
Travel-size friendly

💧 Hydrating Masks & Treatments

Milbon Repair Professional Internal Treatment

Prep your hair before your trip with this salon-grade treatment that strengthens from within and protects against vacation-related damage. When you receive the treatment at Riccardo Maggiore Salon, you'll also get a take-home 4-pack to use once a week for four weeks—helping to maintain and extend the benefits of your treatment.

One loyal user shared:

“I got the Milbon Repair Treatment before my trip, and it completely transformed my hair. It felt instantly stronger, smoother, and more resilient, which was perfect for handling sun, saltwater, and travel stress. The best part is the 4-week treatment pack kept the results going the whole trip. My hair still feels healthy and nourished weeks later. I’d definitely recommend this treatment before and even after vacation!”

**Benefits:**

Long-lasting internal repair

Softens and smooths hair

Strengthens strands before exposure to sun or salt

🌬️ Leave-Ins

Kérastase Nutritive Blow-Dry Milk

A multitasking product that works as a leave-in conditioner, heat protectant, and frizz-fighter all in one.

**Why it’s a staple:**

Great for post-swim and for **low-effort styling**, **detangling** and **manageability**
Shields hair from heat styling
Leave-in cream that nourishes the hair to provide more strength

Kérastase Curl Manifesto Refresh Absolu

For curly/ wavy haired travelers, this curl refresher adds moisture, definition, & bounce between wash days.

**Why it works:**

Rehydrates and revives curls

Tames frizz in humid climates

Easy to apply and carry

✨ Oils & Serums

Oribe Gold Lust Nourishing Hair Oil

A travel-sized, non-greasy oil that adds shine, hydration, and UV protection—perfect for beach days.

**What you'll love:**

Prevents frizz and flyaways

Can be used on wet or dry hair

Lightweight and smells amazing

Moroccan Argan Oil Treatment (Travel Size)

A classic multitasker that deeply nourishes and repairs dry or damaged ends without weighing down your hair.

**Why it’s great:**

Safe for color-treated hair
Use as a finishing oil or overnight mask

TSA-friendly and highly versatile

Oribe Hair Alchemy Fortifying Treatment Serum

Travel can take a toll on your hair — think dry airplane air, sun exposure, and styling damage. This fast-absorbing serum is designed to strengthen and nourish hair. This lightweight, fast-absorbing serum strengthens fragile strands from the inside out, making it a must-pack for any getaway.

One loyal user shared:

"This serum is a total game-changer. The formula is light and non-greasy, and it melts right into my hair without any buildup. I love that it’s a multi-use product which works as a heat protectant styling cream to tame flyaways and gives a light, flexible hold, making it a great alternative to gel. The best part? My hair feels product-free the next day, and I’ve noticed way less breakage since I started using it."

**Here’s how to use it while you travel:**

**Pre-Flight Protection:** Apply before boarding to shield hair from dryness and breakage.

**Beach & Sun Shield:** Use daily to protect against UV and environmental stressors.

**Post-Swim Rescue:** Reapply after pool or ocean dips to rehydrate and restore.

**Heat Styling Savior:** Planning to style your hair? This serum defends up to 450°F.

**Tangle-Free Touch-Up:** Smooth through ends before brushing to reduce breakage.

🌊 Stylers & Anti-Frizz Products

Oribe Fiber Groom Elastic Texture Paste

This texture paste is perfect for creating a light elastic hold to polish flyaways for a dinner-ready style. Perfect for styling men's hair for an effortless sleek look and smoothing baby hairs for polished updos for women’s hairstyles.

**Why pack it:**

Adds soft texture and hold
Lightweight and humidity-resistant

Great for short to medium styles

Oribe Impermeable Anti-Humidity Spray

Humidity can destroy a great style—this spray helps lock in your look and keep frizz at bay.

**Perks:**

Provides a light, flexible hold

Strong humidity protection

Great for sleek styles or beach waves

Kérastase Densifique Mousse Densimorphose

When your hair tends to fall flat in the heat, this volumizing mousse delivers body and bounce without crunchiness.