Summer is all about that good hair day. But, what happens when your strands become weighed down with bad sweat and dirt? You need a summer hair care routine to maintain those fantastic locks.
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In this post, I’m going to talk about the steps to take care of your summer hair.
Hair should be altered through the summer in the way you care for it. Hair care is extremely crucial during these hot months. The weather changes, hair can become extremely dry and sources such as chlorinated pool water can cause extremely harmful results to your hair.
Here are 5 steps to hair care during the summer
1. Shield
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During the summer months hair is extremely vulnerable to breakage. You will need a shield for your hair during the summer months, which will help in protecting your tresses from heat. Products with natural protein and oil content are very important to use, such as jojoba and Shea butter, as they will keep hair strong and health
If going into ocean water often or pool water, you need to shield your hair from the damaging effects of chlorine. You should always lightly wet your hair before you go into water, you can even light wet it with salt water or put a conditioner in your hair before swimming. Tomato juice will remove green from chlorinated hair. R+Co OBLIVION CLARIFYING SHAMPOO is also formulated to remove green.
2. Lighten Up
SUN LIGHTENING SPRAY WITH CHAMOMILE AND HONEY
If you have blonde hair, one of the things you look forward to is to naturally lighten your hair. Simply place olive oil and lemon into your hair and sit outside. Do this on a regular basis and you will notice your hair is shinier and more manageable. Many people donโt like the idea of applying lemon juice to hair as it can be drying. You can use the lemon juice though and combine it with sunscreen for your hair. Then you can give yourself a weekly deep conditioning treatment, to restore the moisture back into your hair. You might need to deep condition twice a week to ensure enough moisture is going into your hair. There are products that can lighten you hair without the need of sitting in the sun like KLORANE SUN LIGHTENING SPRAY WITH CHAMOMILE AND HONEY.
3. Block the Sun
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There are many ways to block the sun from damaging hair. Although, we are trying to get our hair lighter in the summer, your hair still needs protection. The best way to protect your hair is by wearing a hat or covering it with a scarf while you are outside. If you donโt want wear a hat, take some extra time and apply sunscreen on your hair before going outside. If you have blonde or bleached blond hair this is especially important during the summer months.
Yes, use s sun block on your hair. It is a great way to prevent damage, as well as prevent your scalp from burning. Many product lines offer a sunscreen to protect your hair like Kerastase Soleil Sun Protection Hair Care Set. There are also natural sunscreen products that can be used for your hair. Try coconut oil or aloe vera, both will provide sun protection as well as acai berry powder, which can also help protect against solar damage.
4. Water
Drink water, it is a great way to ensure you are hydrated and a great way to make your hair and skin glow. You want to ensure hair is hydrated, as dry hair can break easily. Also ensuring your scalp is hydrated will allow your body to work efficiently, which will prevent heat damage. In addition, consuming water fills you up and helps you maintain that large amount of energy you need during the summer months. Stay hydrated. Many people dehydrate themselves in the hot months, especially if they are spending a lot of time outdoors or if there is always a lot of heat. Keep yourself hydrated so you donโt experience heat breakage or dryness.
5. Treatments
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Hair treatments during the summer months help condition and strengthen your hair. One of the best treatments is a deep conditioning treatment. Deep conditioning will help repair damage your hair may have due to the chlorine, heat of the summer and hot styling tools. This is especially critical for those with blonde hair, as blonde hair can produce more breakage and if not properly cared for it can become damaged easily. LโOccitane Intensive Repair Mask is a wonderful deep conditioning treatment that will help repair hair. It has natural ingredients such as Sunflower oil and is suitable for all hair types.
There are different treatments for summer hair colors, as well as hair styles. Dark hair colors can fade from the sun, which is why sometimes it is recommended to color your hair during this time. By coloring your hair you are investing in more than just a color change, you are investing in preserving your hair color and preventing fading. Many products will help keep hair color longer like Wella Color Fresh Masks and Joico Color Balance Protective Hair Care Treatment.
Or you can use a homemade rinse. When using vinegar, combine it with herbs such as lavender, chamomile, lemon balm, lemon verbena, or rose water to eliminate or tone down the vinegar smell. Combine one-cup water and one cup of Apple Cider Vinegar, and 1 handful of mint leaves. Bring all of the ingredients to just a boil, strain and put into a jar. Then simply lather onto your scalp, and throughout your hair and leave it in. You can also add a few drops of essential oil, if you want to give it a more pleasant and enjoyable smell. The essential oils will help stimulate the hair follicles, which will encourage hair growth and boost the healthiness of your hair.
Trendy Summer Hair Colors For 2022
Sun-Kissed Balayage
This fun hair color is a combination of caramel with ash brown base. Different tones are added to create dimension, which creates sun-kissed balayage. This hair color is perfect for summer, as it gives your hair a natural and healthy look while protecting your roots from sun damage. It enhances important facial characteristics while retaining healthy hair A celebrity rocking this hair color is Priyanka Chopra.
Chunky Highlights
This summer hair color is blast from the 90’s. To create this look, add different tones of blonde to create a chunky highlights. This color is very similar to sun-kissed balayage. However, it is more unusual and interesting, thus perfect for those who want to stand out from the crowd. You can also customize this color by adding warm tones and copper hues for a natural look. A celebrity rocking this hair color is Hayley Atwell.
STRAWBERRY BRUNETTE
Fun and fresh this e hair color is a combination of strawberry blonde with a reddish-brown base. This rich, medium brunette shade is perfect for summer. Make sure you protect your locks from the sun with a hat, as it can make your hair greasier, and not as healthy. A celebrity rocking this hair color is Ciara
BEACHY BRONDE
The hair color is a combination of blondes, sandy browns and reds with darker base. This fun, super-cute hair color is perfect for the summer and beach. You need not take care of this beautiful color as it will cover your gray hairs in no time. This shade is perfect for those who want to lighten their hair by at least an inch so that they do not look older than their age A celebrity rocking this hair color is Blake Lively
ASH GOLD
This hair color is a combination of ash blonde and brown base, which gives it a darker look. This rich, warmer shade is perfect for those who want to show off their natural beauty. The best part is that this shade is not harsh on the hair and gives your locks a smooth soft look. Celebs like Jennifer Lopez and Kylie Jenner are currently rocking.
Conclusion
Summer is here and itโs time for everyone to grab their beach towels and go! But don’t forget to take care of your hair before you head to the beach. There are so many ways to keep your locks healthy and protected from the hot weather.
How do you take care of your hair during the summer months?