Five Summer Hair Care Tips

Five Tips for Taking Care of Your Hair This Summer

As we enjoy the summer weather you may notice that all of a sudden you have a lot more to do and less time to put into keeping your hair looking awesome. This is also the time of year when your hair needs the most attention.

• Men’s Hair Restoration & Treatment Options
• Women’s Hair Loss Treatment Solutions

Your hair will be exposed to all sorts of situations that could put stress on your scalp and hair, leaving it dull and possibly damaged all summer. Thankfully, there are some practical things you can do to take care of and protect your hair this summer:

Reduce the Heat Applied to Your Hair

When it comes to your hair, one of the most important steps you can take is to reduce the amount of heat you apply to it. You can’t control the sun but you can control the amount of heat you apply directly to your hair. This includes heat from hair dryers or the use of flat irons. By reducing the applications of direct heat to the surface of your hair can provide you with exceptional improvement. When you take into consideration the heat from the sun, chemicals from pools, salt from the ocean and add to that direct heat from applications you can create high levels of damage.

If you are going to be out in the sun a lot, protect your hair and scalp. Wearing a hat will not only protect your scalp from the harsh rays but will also protect your hair. When choosing a hat to wear get one that is well vented. If you are not a hat person, you can still help your scalp and hair with hair products with UV protection. You can find them in sprays, gels, or creams to suit your preference.

Condition Your Hair Deeply

To assist in keeping your hair from becoming dry, deeply conditioning your hair is another step you can take. This type of treatment should be specific to your hair’s needs. Talk to your hairstylist to learn about deep conditioning options. You want to use products that will address the areas of concern to your hair. Each person can develop different needs. By conditioning properly, can be an effective way to heal your hair and help to restore it back to healthy a balance and boost its shine.

Choose Products with UV Protection

When you are going to be out in the sun you probably apply sunscreen to your skin. Most people don’t think about UV damage to their hair. Just like makeup products, you will find a number of highly effective hair products that can help in protecting your scalp and hair from harmful UV rays.

Avoid Brushing and Comb Instead

When you brush your hair it is easy to feel the burn, so don’t do it. You are better off using a wide-toothed comb in a gentle fashion. By skipping the brush it is the best way to reduce the damage to your hair. If your hair is already damaged then you want to stay away from anything that could damage further, and a brush will add more stress on your hair. Using a comb will reduce that risk significantly.

Rinse and Wash Your Hair After Being In A Pool or Ocean

Your hair has natural oils and chlorine and saltwater can strip that away, leaving your hair dry and feeling like straw. When you are done swimming rinse off your hair with cool water. Then wash your hair with a mild sulfate-free shampoo & conditioner and again rinse well. Apply a lotion or conditioner sprays to nourish your hair and protect it.

By following these steps, you can improve significantly how your hair looks and feels all summer long. Focusing on some simple things you can reduce the intensity of damage that your hair can have. With a little effort and maybe even a trip to see a hair care professional, you can greatly improve your hair’s health all summer long.