Give Your Hair More Care in Summer

Summer is about sunshine, beach days, hiking and a lot of travelling. However, while you’re enjoying the season, your hair might be struggling. Ever returned from a beach trip and found your hair feeling like straw? Heat, humidity, chlorine, and sunshine can all take a toll on your hair, leading to dryness, frizz, and fall out. The good news? With a few thoughtful cares to your routine, you can keep your hair looking glossy and healthy all summer long. Here are some essential summer hair care tips you’ll want to keep in mind.

1. Protect Your Hair From Sun

Like your skin, your scalp and hair are sensitive to UV rays. A study highlights that ultraviolet (UV) radiation damages hair proteins and fades color. UVB primarily causes protein degradation, while UVA alters pigment which will result in dry, brittle, and discolored strands. 

What can you do?

The easiest defense is wearing a hat or wrapping your hair in a scarf when you're outside. And if possible, try to avoid direct sunlight during peak hours , from 10 AM to 4 PM.

2. Hydrate, Hydrate, Hydrate

The sun, saltwater, and chlorine can strip your hair of moisture, leaving it dry. A conditioning mask once a week can help keep your hair restore softness and shine. Look for sulfate-free, hydrating shampoos and conditioners that won’t strip your hair’s natural oils. 

And of course, hydration is internal too. Always bring a water bottle with you, drinking plenty of water helps nourish your hair from the inside, promoting healthier growth and texture.

3. Rinse Before And After Swimming

Summer also means more time spent in the pool and sea. When you soak your hair with clean water first, it absorbs less saltwater or chlorinated pool water, which will make hair very drying. Also, Chlorine can raise the pH of your hair, roughening the cuticle layer and leading to dullness or even greenish tones (especially in lighter hair).

After your swim, make sure to rinse your hair thoroughly to remove any lingering chemicals. Research points out that hair discoloration was mainly due to cuticle damage by friction with water. Hypochlorous acid in the swimming pool water can penetrate to the hair cortex through the cuticle. It can oxidize and degenerate melanosomes there.

For an extra layer of protection, applying a small amount of coconut oil to your hair before swimming can be a good choice as well, it acts as a barrier and helps seal in moisture.

4. Go Easy On The Shampoo

Always sweating a lot and getting used to washing your hair too frequently? This can strip away natural oils of hair, leading to even more dryness. Aim for every other day, or try a dry shampoo between washes to refresh your scalp. For those with curly or dry hair, co-washing can help retain moisture while still removing buildup, cleansing with conditioner only once between use of shampoo. 

5. Trim the Tired Ends

Heat can accelerate split ends, and nothing ruins a slay summer look like frayed ends. A light trim every 6 to 8 weeks keeps your hair looking healthy. If you color or bleach your hair, trimming is even more important to manage breakage.

6. Nourish With Nutrients From Within

Besides the above care strategies, your hair reflects what you eat as well, especially during sweaty summer seasons when your body uses more water and nutrients.

Some fruits and vegetables play an important role in hair care with their functions of boosting scalp hydration, balancing oil levels, and stimulating blood circulation to create the ideal environment for stronger, fuller hair. For example, pumpkin seed extract will support scalp balance and hydration; also, B Vitamins (especially B3, B5, B6, B7, B9, B12) include Biotin that is vital for hair strength, texture, and growth. 

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