How to Take Care of Your Hair in Summer

Sunshine, swimming, and outdoor activities make summer a highly anticipated season. However, it's also a time when our hair faces challenges that can damage it, such as UV rays, chlorine, and even sea salt. It’s crucial to take care of our hair during the summer to maintain its health and beauty. Today, we will explore in detail the challenges our hair faces in summer and provide tips and tricks to protect it effectively. Discover simple and natural methods to keep your hair healthy all summer long.

Understanding the Challenges of Summer for Hair

The Sun : The Hidden Enemy of Our Hair

Have you ever noticed that your hair feels drier and more brittle after a long day at the beach? It’s not just in your head! Sun rays, composed of UV radiation, can be very harsh on our hair. They damage its structure, dry it out, and make it more fragile.

How to Protect Your Hair from the Sun

• Stay in the shade; a wide-brimmed hat is your best ally for protecting your hair from UV rays.
• Use natural products that offer UV protection to create a protective barrier around your hair.
• Avoid the hottest hours of the day, between 12 PM and 4 PM, when the sun is at its peak. It’s better to avoid beach or pool time during these hours.

Chlorine and Salt: The Duo That Damages Our Hair

After a day at the beach or pool, hair often becomes rough and difficult to manage. Chlorine in pools and sea salt both attack our hair, dehydrate it, and make it more porous. It’s like washing your hair with soap!

How to Care for Your Hair Against Chlorine and Sea Salt:

• Wet your hair with clean water before swimming to create a barrier that limits chlorine or salt absorption.
• Use a leave-in conditioner or a natural shampoo, ideal for swim days, to help your hair build a natural protective layer.
• Rinse your hair thoroughly with clean water after each swim to remove as much chlorine or salt as possible.

A Hair Care Routine Adapted to Summer

Now that we understand the challenges our hair will face this summer, it’s time to find solutions! What products to use and what routine to follow to take care of your hair in summer and preserve its beauty.

Intense Hydration

To counteract the harmful environmental effects of summer, it’s essential to include deep hydrating treatments free from harsh chemicals in your routine. Hair masks rich in hydrating ingredients like argan oil, shea butter, or aloe vera are particularly effective. Applying natural oils to the lengths seals in moisture and nourishes the hair shaft. We recommend the High Hydration Mask paired with Botanical Oil, professional-quality natural products that will keep your hair hydrated all summer long.

Effective Hair Sun Protection

To prevent UV rays from damaging our hair structure, it’s strongly recommended to use natural hair products containing UV filters, even if you wear a wide-brimmed hat. The Pearly Gel, a natural leave-in detangler, and Botanical Oil will be your anti-UV allies for hair care throughout the summer season.

Appropriate Washing and Care

It’s tempting to wash your hair more frequently during this season due to sweat and impurities. However, over-washing will only exacerbate hair dryness. It’s advisable to limit shampoos to 2-3 times a week and choose gentle, hydrating formulas like the Light Hydration Shampoo or the Volumizing Mineral Shampoo.

In Summary

A summer hair care routine is built on three pillars: hydration, protection, and the use of gentle, natural products. By following these tips, you can preserve the health and beauty of your hair all season long.

Additional Tips for Hair Health in Summer

Taking care of your hair in summer isn’t just about having the right hair care routine. There are simple, natural tips to further protect your hair from external aggressions. For example, hairstyles like braids, buns, or low ponytails reduce friction, breakage, and dehydration. They also help protect the ends, which are often more fragile in summer. Hydration and diet also play a significant role in hair health. A balanced diet rich in vitamins, minerals, and proteins, coupled with adequate water intake during the summer, promotes hair growth and strength.

You are now ready to face summer and all its challenges!