From Scalp to Strand: The Ultimate Guide to Summer-Proof Hair
When it comes to hair protection, starting from the root is key. Our hair can go through so much during the summer months, from being engulfed in chlorine-filled waters to being exposed to the blazing sun all day long. During summer itâs more important than ever to keep on top of our hair health to ensure we donât experience long term damage.
In this blog, weâll break down some of our tips for keeping your hair in shape during the summer months, from scalp to strand. Keep reading for a few of our top tips.
Prioritise Scalp CareÂ
We often get wrapped up in focusing on the lengths of our hair, disregarding where it comes from â the root. Your scalp and the roots of your hair are the most important part of hair health. After all, thatâs where your hair comes from. If youâre letting build-up collect on your scalp after being in warm temperatures and humid conditions, you could be at risk of clogging your hair follicles, which in some cases can lead to hair loss.
The most important part of scalp care is: Keep it clean. Cleansing the area of build-up and dirt will keep your scalp balanced. Some of our favourite hydrating shampoos are:
Keep Heat To A Minimum
Heat on your hair in any capacity can be damaging. When youâre washing your hair with hot water, or styling your hair with heated products, you can completely compromise hair and create heat damage. Heat damage to the hair can cause structural changes to the hair, causing reduced elasticity and moisture loss. Throughout the summer months, keep heat to a minimum and focus on nourishing the hair to avoid dryness and flatness. Some of our favourites for bringing heat damaged hair back to life are:
Combat Frizz
When temperatures rise and the air gets humid, frizz happens. This is usually because in these conditions, our hair cuticle lifts. When the cuticle is smooth and lies flat, our hair looks and feels smooth. When our cuticle is raised and lifted, moisture can pass in and out easily leading to frizz.
To combat the frizz in the summer months, incorporating a hair serum as an extra barrier of protection against the heat will lock in moisture and keep frizz at bay. Some serums we love are:
Summer Hair Saviours
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Read through our tips but still want some extra hair support? Why not take our Realtime Hair Test, where we can offer you recommendations catered to your hair type and concerns.
