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If you believe that the summer sun only affects your skin, you are mistaken. The sun is harsh on both your skin and your hair. The sun’s UVA and UVB rays can cause protein loss in the hair shaft, resulting in dryness and breakage.
You should always plan a hair care routine for the warmer months of the year to help your sun-parched locks. Here are some tips to keep your mane healthy and happy this season.
Moisturise your mane
It’s important to remember that as the weather gets hotter and more humid, the hair becomes drier and frizzier. It has the potential to further zap your hair strands. As a result, replenishing moisture loss is critical to preventing your hair from becoming dry, brittle, and frizzy. Because they are more prone to drying out, those with thicker and curlier hair will benefit the most from incorporating moisturizing hair care products into their routine.
Stay away from straighteners
When the frizz becomes unbearable, many of us resort to straightening our hair to tame it. While this may appear to be a quick fix, it further damages your hair, which is already dehydrated due to humidity and sun damage during the summer months. Instead, go for natural or DIY styling techniques that create texture than using hair straighteners.
Sunscreen for your hair
During the summer, your hair, like your skin, requires both moisture and UV protection. Sun exposure without protection can also cause your natural hair color to fade. Apply a light sunscreen to protect your natural hair color and color locking products with UV protection to retain coloured hair.
Put on a hat
Wearing a hat in the sun can work wonders because it protects your hair from direct damage. Wear a trendy hat or hairband/scarf to create a statement look for summer 2022 while also protecting your hair. Using a leave-in conditioner before going out in the sun will also help nourish and rehydrate the hair.
Hair washing is essential
Summertime exposes natural hair to a variety of things, including sweat, which is why it is critical to keep your hair washed on a regular basis. Replace your regular shampoo and conditioner with sulfate-free alternatives, and finish with a pea-sized amount of hair oil or serum applied to the ends. Blot dry with a microfibre towel to avoid frizz.
