Haircare Tips for Summer

Seawater, chlorine, humidity and UV rays – our hair has a lot to contend with when summer sets in. But your fun in the sun doesn’t need to suffer. Keep damage off the itinerary and frizz out of the forecast in a few simple steps – and say hello to shiny happy hair, all summer long.

How to Hydrate Hair

When temperatures rise, dehydration tends to kill the vibe. As for those refreshing dips in the pool and sea? They can leave our locks parched and prone to damage too. We know – not fair. It follows that maxing up the moisture should be priority no.1 in any summer hair routine. Look for shampoos and conditioners that contain natural nourishers like coconut oil and shea butter to give your hair the best chance of recovery. And remember to rinse as soon as possible post-swim.

Regular Haircuts

Stay on top of split ends with regular trims during the summer months. Trust us: if you want long, flowing locks, don't shy away from the scissors. Not only can split ends leave hair looking dull and tired, the longer you ignore them, the more they split and damage the rest of your strands. Chop chop!

Rinsing Hair with Cold Water

Finishing up your hair wash with a cold blast can do more than just cool you down. Cold water is known to close the hair cuticle – one of the main factors in combating frizz-prone locks. It could even improve circulation in the scalp (more on looking after your scalp here), all while closing pores and preventing dirt and grease getting in. The result? Hair that feels fresher, longer.

Style with Care

Tempted to tie up your hair when wet? Stop right there! Hair is more prone to breakage when it’s damp, so let it dry before you put it in those ponytails or braids. It’s the same story with brushing – if you must detangle, opt for a wide toothed comb (and be gentle). Final styling tip: try to minimise heat styling if you can. Extreme temperatures will only exacerbate dehydration and cause further damage to your sun-kissed strands. Instead, embrace air drying, or carefully pat dry with a towel or t-shirt.

Sun Protection for Hair

Often forgotten when it comes to sun protection, our hair and scalp can be vulnerable to UV rays too. Consider a hair sunscreen for days spent exploring in Nature, or opt for a sun hat or bandana to keep your scalp in the shade. Already overdone it? Try try our Aloe Vera Shampoo and Conditioner. The benefits of aloe vera for hair and scalp are many – and include known soothing and cooling qualities.

Hair Masks to the Rescue

Even if you follow all of the advice above, your hair might need some extra TLC in the summer months. That’s where hair masks step in. Work a weekly deep treatment into your routine to rescue dull, sun damaged strands. Our 99.5% natural origin hair masks are blended with organic shea butter and coconut oil to deliver deep conditioning from root to tip. Choose from moisturising Shea & Argan, hydrating Coconut & Shea or stimulating Rosemary.

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