Scorching summer hair care tips

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Summer loving had me a blast, summer loving happened so fast. Yes, those summer days drifting away: carefree and soaking up the sun, enjoying the great outdoors. But what doesn’t make the summer soundtrack is the havoc it plays with your hair. In the summer months your hair care routine needs to be adapted to keep your hair healthy and looking its best.

 

When you are battling the heat, humidity, salt from the sea and chemicals in the swimming pool, damaged hair is on the horizon. So, how do you maintain and protect the health of your hair? And what can you do to prevent damage? As luck would have it, the best hairdressers in Christchurch Friends + Co have several tricks and tips you can utilise to keep your summer hair fresh than frizzy.

 

Have a summer trim

Hair growth activity is at its peak in late spring and summer, so it’s always a good idea to get rid of those split ends at the start of summer and book a mid-season hair cut too. The drier your hair gets, the more susceptible to splitting the strands get. What starts out as needing a trim can escalate to a more significant cut and restyle to get back to healthy hair.

 

Invest in sunscreen for your hair

The importance of using sunscreen on your skin is well documented, but the skin is not the only part of you to absorb and suffer from UV ray damage - your hair does too. There is an amazing array of sunscreen hair products available, and it’s worth exploring which one is best suited to your hair type.

 

Make it a daily habit of applying hair care products that contain UV filters to keep dryness at bay (and protect your scalp and ears) but also to prolong any summer hair colour you have had too. If you are spending long periods of time outside, wear a wide-brimmed hat to stop your hair from getting scorched.


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Keep your hair hydrated

During the hotter months, you know how thirsty you can get, and your hair is no different, and additional moisturising is needed. Washing your hair more frequently to deal with the summer heat, sweat and grime adds more stress to your hair.

 

Switch out your normal shampoo and conditioner for ones with confirmed moisturising formulas and use a hair oil or serum on the ends to help restore the level of moisture. If you need a deeper level of moisture to remedy dry hair, a professional deep conditioning treatment transforms dry locks into silky smooth tresses.

 

Drawer your hair appliances

Summer is the time to embrace your natural hair texture and the summer care-free vibe. Hair dryers and straighteners can stay in the drawer. If this feels one step too far, commit to one or two days a week appliance free - your hair will thank you.

 

Rather than reaching for a hair dryer, try these tricks to speed up the drying process:

  • Use a wide-tooth comb while your hair is still wet. The individual teeth separate the hair strands without damaging the shaft and create a better airflow which accelerates drying time.


  • Blot your hair with a microfibre towel before creating a turban. The moisture-wicking fibres absorb more water than air-drying alone. Do not rub your hair with a towel - this damages it and dries it out (but not in a good way).

 

Wet your hair with clean water before you dip

Hands up if you’ve had the experience of dyed blonde hair turning green after swimming in a chlorinated pool. Or exited the sea to find your hair has turned to straw? Prevention is better than cure. This sounds crazy, but it definitely works! Before you get in the sea or in a swimming pool, saturate your hair with clean water. Hair is super absorbent and soaks up anything it comes into contact with. Wetting your hair with clean water means it won’t be able to absorb as much pool chemicals or sea salt.

 

If you have read this article too late and need some summer hair TLC, come and see Freinds + Co hairdressers in Christchurch City. Our experienced Chch hairdressers restore and rejuvenate stressed hair and will have you looking and feeling fabulous once again. Call 03 371 9297 to make an appointment or click here to book hairdressers online.

 

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