What's Trending This Spring For Hair/Nails

If you’re looking for the latest hair cut trends in Carpentersville, West Dundee, Elgin, the stylists at Salon Anovin are here to help. As a leading hair salon in Carpentersville, West Dundee and Elgin, we love creating custom color and cut looks that are both stylist and low maintenance.

*Soft Layers

*Tinkerbell pixie

*Natural Textures

*Side parts

*Glossy/Sheer Finishes On Nails

Soft layers are one of the most flattering and versatile- it adds movement, texture, and shape without harsh lines or heavy weight removal.

Tinkerbell Pixie

A sort haircut inspired by Tinker Bell from Peter Pan- it’s a softer, more playful version of a classic pixie; light, airy, and full of movement, rather than edgy.

Natural Textures

Hair that is worn in its natural state means you’re embracing your natural coil, curl, and wave in its authentic structure- whether that’s loose waves or tight coils. Here are a few things about wearing your hair naturally.

1. It’s more prone to dryness. Did you know natural oils don’t travel down the hair strand as easily? So we often need to add moisture back into your hair. Try using L’anza Curl Restore Moisture Treatment! It’s a deep hydrating leave in treatment designed to nourish, strengthen, and tame frizz in all curl types. This vegan formula features a butter complex to restore, define, and protect curls from heat and environmental damage. 

2. Natural textures shrink! Sometimes it’s significant and sometimes it isn’t! Water makes hair strands expand- as they dry, they contract. EMBRACE THE SHRINKAGE! Instead of fighting it, embrace the shrinkage as a sign of healthy hair and for the volume and shape it provides. It gives you a fuller look and makes your hair voluminous naturally.

3. Caring for natural textured hair could be a breeze!

-Make sure you moisturize! (Check out our L’anza Curl Line to see which products your curls could benefit from.)

– Deep condition REGULARY!

-Layer your hair products

-Detangle GENTLY! (Use a wide tooth comb, fingers, or a brush made for curly hair, when your hair is wet and has conditioner in it)

Wearing hair in its natural state has become a major movement centered on hair health, expression, and embracing natural beauty!

Side Parts Are Making A Comeback!

Side parts are officially making a major comeback in 2026, replacing the long-dominant center part with a focus on drama, volume, and Y2K/Old Hollywood nostalgia. Key styles include deep side parts, voluminous, bouncy blowouts, and for shorter cuts, sleek liquid shine looks.

Glossy and Sheer Finishes: A Top Spring Nail Trend

One of the biggest spring nail trends this season is the return of glossy and sheer finishes. These ultra-shiny manicures create a soft, glazed look inspired by jelly textures and lip gloss. The result is a fresh, luminous style that adds depth to color while still feeling light and natural.

Glossy nails and sheer nail polishes are perfect for anyone who loves a clean, polished manicure with a modern twist. Whether you choose a subtle nude tint or a soft pink glaze, this trend creates a healthy, radiant finish that works for everyday wear or special occasions.

At Salon Anovin, our nail technicians love creating high-shine manicures that highlight this glossy, barely-there look while keeping nails healthy and beautifully styled for spring.