Get festival ready with ARKIVE Headcare

Welcome back festival-goers to The ARKIVEs by ARKIVE Headcare, your trusted destination for all things hair, hacks and Headcare for you, yours & theirs! 

Here, we embark on a journey to the vibrant realm of festival hair styling filled with creativity and flair, where your hair becomes the ultimate canvas for self-expression.

As you prepare to dance the day and night away at your favourite festivals, ARKIVE is here to be your ultimate styling companion. From boho braids to edgy top knots, we'll explore an array of hairstyles that capture the essence of festival vibes.

But this isn't just any hair tutorial. We're blending practicality with panache some Headcare magic, ensuring that each look is not only visually stunning but also easy to recreate amidst the bustling energy of festival grounds. Get ready for step-by-step guides, insider tips, and plenty of inspiration to elevate your festival hair game.

So, whether you're a seasoned festival veteran or embarking on your very first adventure, join us as we unlock the secrets to festival-ready hair with ARKIVE Headcare. 

Let's dive in…

The Importance of Versatile Products in Your Festival Rucksack Bag

When it comes to your festival rucksack bag we know that every item needs to earn its keep! The key to successful festival beauty packing? Versatility! Our products are designed to be your ultimate multitasking allies, effortlessly adapting to meet all your hair care needs in one convenient package. So, pack light, pack smart, and with ARKIVE, you're equipped to maintain your festival-ready hair from dawn till dusk.

Festival Look 1: High-shine Boho Braids with THE GOOD HABIT HYBRID OIL

Welcome to our first festival look: Boho Braids, the epitome of effortless chic for any outdoor event. Get ready to embrace a carefree vibe with this timeless hairstyle, perfect for dancing under the sun or stargazing under the night sky.

Elevate your braids to the next level with ARKIVE's THE GOOD HABIT HYBRID OIL, a holy grail combination of Baobab and Jojoba oils. This lightweight yet nourishing oil not only imparts a glossy sheen but also provides moisture and shine to your hair from root to tip, ensuring a lustrous and healthy-looking finish:

1. Begin by applying a small amount of THE GOOD HABIT HYBRID OIL to your palms and gently run it through your hair to provide lightweight moisture and shine. This step will not only enhance the texture of your hair but also make it more manageable for braiding. 
2. Next, divide your hair into sections and weave them into loose, bohemian-inspired braids. Don't worry about perfection—embrace the imperfect, laid back tousled look that embodies the essence of festival style.
3. To keep your Boho Braids looking fresh all day long, stash a travel-sized bottle of THE GOOD HABIT HYBRID OIL in your festival day bag for quick touch-ups. A few drops of oil on your fingertips can help smooth any really unruly strands and revive the glossy finish. 

Festival Look 2: Beachy Waves with THE MOVEMENT DRY TEXTURIZING SPRAY

Welcome to our second festival look: Beachy Waves, a timeless style that exudes effortless charm and summer vibes. Whether you're dancing in the sand or lounging by the stage, beachy waves are the perfect pairing for a laid back festival style.

Create the ultimate beach-inspired look with ARKIVE's THE MOVEMENT DRY TEXTURIZING SPRAY. This volumizing hero adds sultry dimension to your locks with just a few spritz, providing long-lasting texture and fullness for hours on end. Infused with Baobab Oil for scalp moisture and hair shine, Vitamin E for scalp health, and Silica to strengthen and promote hair growth, this spray is your front row ticket to enviable, just-styled hair all festival long.

Let's dive into the steps for achieving those effortlessly tousled beachy waves: 

1. To achieve the perfect Beachy Waves that last throughout the festival, start by heat styling your hair at home using a curling iron or wand. Spritz THE MOVEMENT DRY TEXTURIZING SPRAY onto each section before and after curling to enhance texture and hold. 
2. Spray onto dry hair, focusing on the roots, body, and ends. Use your fingers to zhuzh and tousle your hair, creating natural-looking waves with texture and movement. For a softer volume, spray the product onto a brush and gently comb through your hair to distribute evenly.
3. Throughout the festival, keep THE MOVEMENT handy to touch up your beachy waves and maintain their effortless vibe. Simply spritz onto dry hair and tousle with your fingers to revive the texture and volume, ensuring your waves stay fresh and full from day to night.

Want to take your Beachy Waves to the next level? Experiment with different application techniques, such as scrunching or twisting sections of hair before spraying THE MOVEMENT for added dimension. With its effortless volume and movement, this styling essential is sure to become your go-to for achieving festival-ready hair that turns heads.

Festival Look 3: Edgy Braided Top Knot with THE SCENE SETTER HYBRID POMADE

Step into the realm of edgy festival fashion with our third look: the Edgy Braided Top Knot. This bold hairstyle combines intricate braids with a high top knot for an eye-catching and stylish statement.

The key ingredient that elevates this look is THE SCENE SETTER HYBRID POMADE from ARKIVE. This award-winning pomade adds texture, volume, and definition to any hair type or style, ensuring your braids stay in place all day long. Formulated with Baobab Oil for scalp moisture and hair shine, Baobab Protein for hair resilience and strength, and Rice Starch and Kaolin for a mattifying effect, this pomade crowns itself as the ultimate multitasking hair essential.

To create the Edgy Braided Top Knot, start by:

1. warming a pea-sized amount of THE SCENE SETTER in the palm of your hands. Then, rub it into your roots for lift and work it through the ends of your hair to define and smooth. 
2. Next, section your hair and begin braiding, using the pomade to add grip and hold to each braid. Once all braids are complete, gather them into a high ponytail and twist into a top knot, securing them with bobby pins or a scrunchy of your choice.
3. Finish by smoothing any flyaways and adding an extra touch of pomade for polish and definition.

You could even add a splash of temporary colour to the braids for an extra pop of festival vibes. Experiment with vibrant rainbow hues or subtle pastels depending on your mood and your unique style.

Bonus Festival Hair Essential: The All-Round Importance of Dry Shampoo

No festival hair kit is complete without the ultimate essential: dry shampoo. Let’s delve into why this product is a must-have for your festival adventures. Once you're in the midst of a multi-day festival, camping under the stars, and with limited access to showers, your hair, once fresh and vibrant, now feels weighed down by sweat and grime. This is where dry shampoo comes to the rescue! 

We’re sure we don’t need to tell you that dry shampoo is an absolute game-changer for festival-goers, offering a quick and convenient solution to refresh hair between washes. ARKIVE's own THE RESET DRY SHAMPOO is specially formulated to absorb excess oil, sweat, and odour, leaving your hair feeling clean, revived, and ready for another day of festivities.

With its lightweight and portable design, THE RESET is the perfect companion for festival adventures. Simply spray onto roots, wait a few moments, then massage and brush through for instantly refreshed hair without the need for water. Plus, its subtle fragrance will leave your locks smelling fresh all day long.

The bottom line…

From boho braids to beachy waves and edgy top knots, each style embodies the spirit of festival fun and freedom.

Festival season may well be our spirit animal here at ARKIVE. We can’t wait to see how you unleash your creativity and experiment with these fabulous styles at your next festival. Let your hair be your canvas, and ARKIVE your trusted companion on the road to hair perfection.

With love and festival styling tips, 

Team ARKIVE