Protect Your Hair During Summer!!

Summer is, for most people, the time to hit the beach, the pool and bask in the sun. However, the salty water, the chlorine and the sun itself can prove to be harsh on your hair. The following are a few tips to keep your hair healthy during the summer:

• Choose products that are labeled as “replenishment” or “moisturizing” as these are designed to put moisture back into dry hair.
• You can use jojoba oil to soften your ends and prevent frizzies
• If you normally use hot hair tools such as blow dryers, straightening irons, electric curlets, etc., consider giving your hair a break and letting them air dry naturally. You can braid your hair while it is still wet and it will air dry into beautiful waves, perfect for summer! But if you really can’t help but blow dry everyday, use a leave-in conditioner that protects from frizzies and heat at the same time.

• For sun exposed or sun damaged hair, you might want to try performing regular deep hair conditioning treatments
• For extra treatment, you can also apply a deep conditioner to damp hair and wrap it in plastic wrap or a shower cap just before bedtime. Allow the deep conditioner to soak into damaged hair sections overnight for extra repair and re-moisturizing benefits.
• We know the importance of sunscreen for our bodies, but let us not forget about our hair AND scalp! Literally protect your tresses from the sun.
• A very chic hat or a colorful umbrella can also protect your head from the direct heat of the sun.

• Stylish accessories are attractive and a must-have for summer, but make sure you choose accessories that will not damage or tear your hair leading to split ends. Try ponytail holders without metal closures, barrettes with smooth edges, etc.
• For the summer months, consider being gentler to your hair and switch to hair care products that are as all-natural as possible. Keep in mind that chemicals such as alcohol and formaldehyde tend to aggravate dryness. Whenever possible, try to finish with a cool rinse to seal the hair cuticles and impart a natural shimmer and shine.
• Finally, let us not neglect the fact that the food you eat generally affects your hair's well-being. A good summer diet must include vitamin B5 which is found in eggs, fresh vegetables and mushrooms. Experts recommend a healthy mix of folic acid, silica and biotin to promote healthy hair growth. Water is also our body’s best friend. In the summer months we lose lots of fluids via continual sweating so to replenish our water reserves, we must drink plenty of fluids.

Have a beautiful weekend! :)