Updated April 2026 — Murphy Gozzard, Paddington
Long hair is stunning. However, it's also the most demanding hair type to maintain. In fact, the longer your hair grows, the older those ends become — and the more care they need to stay strong, smooth, and healthy. So, here's everything you need to know, straight from the team at the best hair salon in Paddington.
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Why Does Long Hair Need More Care?
To understand long hair care, it helps to understand why length creates challenges.
Every centimetre of length represents months, and in some cases years, of your hair's history. As a result, the ends of long hair are the oldest, most exposed part of the strand. Over time, they've been through washing, drying, heat styling, sun exposure, and friction. In other words, by the time hair reaches long lengths, those ends need serious support to stay intact.
Long hair is also harder for your scalp's natural oils to coat fully. This means dryness, brittleness, and breakage are all far more common in long hair than short. That's why product choice and routine matter so much more at length.
What Are the Most Important Long Hair Care Habits?
There are a few non-negotiable habits that separate healthy long hair from damaged long hair.
Regular trims are essential. Contrary to popular belief, trimming does not slow hair growth. In fact, it does the opposite, removing split ends before they travel up the shaft protects length over time. At Murphy Gozzard, we recommend a trim every 10–12 weeks for long hair clients.
Heat protection is non-negotiable. Long hair is exposed to heat styling far more than short hair — and as a result, the cumulative damage compounds quickly without proper protection applied every single time.
Deep conditioning treatments are critical. Simply using a conditioner isn't always enough for long hair. A weekly treatment mask penetrates the fibre more deeply, and therefore delivers the kind of repair and hydration that daily conditioner alone can't provide.
Finally, how you handle wet hair matters enormously. In short, wet hair is at its most fragile. So, always detangle gently from ends to roots, never root to tip, and avoid rough towel drying at all costs.
The Best Products for Long Hair Health
So, what should you actually be using? Here are the brands and products our Murphy Gozzard team reaches for most.
Oribe Gold Lust Repair and Restore Shampoo — It cleanses gently while simultaneously delivering intense repair to the hair fibre. In short, it treats every wash as a treatment.
Oribe Gold Lust Transformative Masque — a deeply nourishing weekly treatment that targets dryness, brittleness, and damage along the entire length.
Oribe Gold Lust Nourishing Hair Oil — a luxurious finishing oil that adds extraordinary shine and softness to long hair. Moreover, it provides thermal protection up to 230 degrees,.
Oribe Supershine Moisturizing Cream — perfect for long hair that needs smoothness and control without any heaviness.
Kevin Murphy Hydrate-Me Wash and Rinse — for long hair that feels dry or lacks softness, this duo is transformative. The shampoo and conditioner work together to flood the hair with moisture from root to tip.
Kevin Murphy Restore Treatment — a deep-repair treatment designed specifically for damaged or chemically treated hair, rebuilding strength and elasticity with every use.
Kevin Murphy Staying Alive Leave-In Treatment — Simply apply to damp hair before styling to protect against heat, reduce breakage, and keep ends looking healthy and intact.
Kevin Murphy Young Again Dry Oil — a finishing oil that gives long hair that rare combination of weightless shine and deep nourishment.
How Murphy Gozzard Approaches Long Hair
This is where experience makes all the difference. At Murphy Gozzard in Paddington, long hair is something our team genuinely specialises in. Because of this, every long hair appointment starts with a thorough consultation, assessing the condition of your lengths and ends, your styling habits, your product routine, and your goals.
From there, we build a plan. Whether that's a tailored trim to remove damage while preserving length, an in-salon treatment to restore health, or a personalised product prescription to take home — the result is always long hair that looks and feels its best. Explore our services at Murphy Gozzard and let's talk about your hair.
Frequently Asked Questions
How often should I trim long hair?
Generally speaking, every 10–12 weeks is the sweet spot for long hair. That said, if your ends are particularly damaged or you use heat regularly, every 8 weeks is better. Remember, a small trim consistently is always better than a large cut later.
What is the best treatment for long damaged hair?
In our experience, a combination of in-salon treatment and a weekly at-home mask delivers the best results. At Murphy Gozzard, we'd recommend the Oribe Gold Lust Transformative Masque or Kevin Murphy Restore Treatment as a starting point — and from there, we'll tailor a routine to your specific hair.
Can I get a long hair consultation at Murphy Gozzard ?
Absolutely and we'd love to help. Book a consultation at Murphy Gozzard and let our Paddington team put together a long hair care plan built around your hair.
Book a Long Hair Appointment at Murphy Gozzard, Paddington
So, what's next? Ready to give your long hair the care it deserves? Then book now at Murphy Gozzard and let's get started.