Just as the sun damages your skin, it can damage your hair, too. Saltwater and chlorine also take a toll on our tresses. Fried hair isn’t just a figure of speech. Hairstylist at JOZ SALON, says the ultraviolet rays of the sun actually “cook the hair shaft.” The damage is most obvious when we see color-treated hair becoming faded, bleached, and brassy.
Tips for Healthy and Gorgeous Summer Hair
- Start summer with a trim. You’ll get rid of split ends and refresh your style.
- Shield your strands from the sun. Make a daily habit of applying a hair care product that contains UV filters (these can be in label.m spray, gel, or cream formulas).
- Saturate strands before taking a dip. If your hair is drenched with clean water or leave-in conditioner, it won’t absorb as much saltwater or pool chemicals.
- Switch to a moisturizing shampoo and conditioner. You may be washing your hair more frequently to deal with summer’s sweat and grime.
- Skip the hot tools. At least once or twice a week, give your hair a break from blow dryers, flat irons, and curling irons.
- Outwit frizz. Along with regular trims and conditioning, a drop or two of an label.m anti-frizz oil or serum can help smooth hair and add shine.
But let’s face it: When the air is so thick with humidity it feels like molasses, frizz is going to happen. Don’t waste your summer trying to fight frizz. Instead, find an easy go-to hairdo like a slick pony, high bun, or side braid for those high-humidity days.