amika must-haves for summer travel

before you leave

get strands set for the trip ahead with pre-travel treatments that’ll keep your hair shiny, smooth, and nourished.

pay a visit to your stylist

jetting off somewhere with serious humidity? book an appointment with an amika stylist to amp up your smooth and keep frizz at bay. we recommend:

• pro smooth over frizz-fighting treatment, a formaldehyde-free treatment that can reduce frizz for 6-7 weeks* without altering your natural hair pattern.

* based on an 8-week consumer studies of 30 participants.

take some time for a mask

for strands that are soft-to-the-touch all vacation long, a nourishing hair mask is in order, and we’ve got the perfect thing:

• soulfood nourishing mask is a vitamin and nutrient-packed hair mask that deeply conditions and softens strands. all you need is 5 to 7 minutes for a serious nourishment boost.

try a 60-second treatment

if you’re short on time but still want to treat strands before you set off, try one of our fast-acting in-shower treatments.

• for an anti-frizz hair product that’ll smooth strands quickly, smooth over frizz-fighting treatment is a must. apply it for 1 minute in the shower to instantly reduce frizz up to 73% and get 2.2x smoother hair.*
• if shine is what you’re after, then opt for the flash instant shine mask. in 60 seconds, it’ll seal your hair’s cuticles while softening and hydrating for a silky-smooth finish.

*clinically proven after 1 use.

what to take with you

ready, set, jet with all the haircare essentials you’ll need for carefree days. we've got plenty of minis made for traveling that won’t weigh down your carry-on.

for on-the-go wash care

not sure if your hotel carries your fav shampoo and conditioner? bring it with you! we've got travel-sized pouches of our much-loved wash duos so you never have to go without.

• normcore signature shampoo and conditioner leaves hair 7x more conditioned* while gently cleansing and nourishing strands.
• the kure strength repair shampoo and conditioner hydrates and conditions strands with vegan proteins and bond fortifying technology to strengthen hair and reduce breakage.
• hydro rush intense moisture shampoo and conditioner gently cleanses while drenching strands in 3x more hydration.**

*clinically proven, when used as a system.

**clinically proven, when used as a system.

to get you prepped

prep your summery styles with 3 must-have minis (now 30ml bigger!) that’ll keep strands hydrated, voluminous, and protected against heat damage.

• the wizard detangling primer (also available in a silicone-free formula) is a multi-tasking heat protectant that’ll detangle, prep, and prime strands for whatever summer throws your way.
• hydro rush intense moisture leave-in conditioner is an essential to keep strands conditioned throughout the day, while also detangling and reducing frizz before styling.
• need a little more volume? reach for brooklyn bombshell blowout spray, a weightless spray and primer that builds body and volume while adding shine.

skip wash day and stay in the sun

spending less time in the shower means you get more beach time, which is why an all-star dry shampoo like perk up, the #1 dry shampoo in the U.S., * should come along with you. but which travel-sized talc free dry shampoo will suit your strands when they’re in vacation mode? let's break it down.

• our original formula, perk up dry shampoo, is a bestseller for a reason—it refreshes roots between washes and instantly boosts volume, too. reach for perk up plus dry shampoo if you’re looking for a lightweight, buildable formula with nourishing, good-for-you ingredients.
• scalps prone to oil build-up will love perk up ultra, a powerful dry shampoo that provides intense oil control with a dry feel and finish.

*Circana, U.S. Prestige Beauty Total Measured Market, Hair Product Sales for 5.3oz size, 12 months ending December 2024.

style before your nights out

after a day of catching rays, it’s time to get your nighttime style locked. your secret weapon? one of our travel-sized stylers that just got a little bit bigger (0.7oz bigger!) to give you even more when you’re on-the-go.

• the shield anti-humidity spray is a lightweight, heat-activated protectant and style-extending spray that protects hair against frizz and humidity.
• fluxus touchable hairspray is a flexible working hairspray that creates stay-all-day style you can still run your fingers through.
• for an even stronger hold, opt for headstrong intense hold hairspray, a fast-drying spray that’s perfect for updos or hair that doesn’t easily hold a curl.
• for tousled, beachy waves, spritz strands with un.done texture spray to add effortless texture and volume.

now that your bag’s all packed with every haircare essential your strands could need, there’s only one thing left to do—check into your hotel and fully check out.