TikTok Haircare Trends You Should Actually Try (and What to Skip)

With over a billion users, TikTok is a goldmine for discovering the latest beauty hacks—and haircare is no exception. But for every game-changing tip, there’s another that can damage your strands or simply doesn’t deliver. We’re breaking down the TikTok haircare trends that are worth trying—and which ones you should leave behind. (Don’t worry, we’ll also show you how our Daily Dose Clean Moisture Leave-In Conditioner and Deep Conditioner fit into the trends that actually work.) 

✅ Try: “Slugging” for Hair

Inspired by skincare, slugging your hair means sealing in moisture by applying a deep conditioner or oil and wrapping your hair overnight. It’s a great weekly treatment for dry, damaged, or color-treated hair.

Try this instead: Use the Daily Dose Clean Moisture Deep Conditioner on damp hair, focusing on the ends. Leave it in for 5–10 minutes, or wrap your hair in a microfiber towel for an overnight moisture boost. It helps strengthen strands and restore softness without the greasy aftermath of heavy oils.

❌ Skip: DIY Chemical Treatments

TikTok makes at-home relaxers, perms, and color removers look easy, but chemical treatments can seriously harm your hair if done incorrectly. Even “natural” treatments with lemon juice or baking soda can disrupt your scalp’s pH and lead to breakage or irritation.

Stick with the pros for anything involving chemicals, and focus on nourishing your strands between salon visits instead. 

✅ Try: Heatless Curls

From robe curls to sock buns, heatless curling methods are trending for good reason—they’re a gentle alternative to hot tools and perfect for reducing damage.

Pro tip: Before wrapping your hair, mist it with the Daily Dose Clean Moisture Leave-In Conditioner. It hydrates and detangles, making it easier to set curls and reducing frizz for a smoother finish. 

❌ Skip: “Clarifying” with Dish Soap

One alarming trend involves using dish soap to strip buildup from the hair. While it may remove product residue, it also strips natural oils and severely dries out your scalp.

Instead, opt for a sulfate-free clarifying shampoo once a week, and follow with a hydrating deep conditioner like Daily Dose’s Clean Moisture Deep Conditioner to replenish moisture. 

✅ Try: Scalp Care Routines

TikTok has sparked a wave of awareness around scalp health—and we love it. Massaging your scalp, exfoliating once a week, and using gentle, hydrating products can all promote healthy hair growth.

Bonus tip: After cleansing and massaging your scalp, spritz the Daily Dose Leave-In Conditioner through the lengths of your hair to lock in hydration and improve manageability.

The Takeaway

TikTok is a treasure trove of ideas, but not everything that trends is hair-safe. When in doubt, stick to professional-grade products and time-tested practices. With the Daily Dose Clean Moisture Leave-In Conditioner and Deep Conditioner in your routine, you can confidently embrace the trends that nourish your hair—and skip the ones that do more harm than good.

Healthy hair starts with smart choices—on and off your feed. 💛