Summer Hair Care: How to Keep Your Locks Healthy in the Heat
Just like your skin, your hair needs protection and care during the summer months to stay healthy, hydrated, and strong. From UV rays to chlorine and humidity, summer throws a lot at your strands—but with the right routine, your hair can thrive all season long.
- Shield Your Hair from the Sun
Prolonged sun exposure can dry out your hair, fade colour, and weaken the structure of each strand. To protect your locks, wear a wide-brimmed hat or a lightweight scarf when outdoors. You can also invest in hair products that contain UV filters—these act like sunscreen for your hair, forming a protective barrier against damaging rays.
- Rinse Before (and After) You Swim
Chlorine and saltwater are notorious for stripping hair of moisture and causing brittleness. Before you dive into the pool or sea, rinse your hair with clean water. This saturates your strands and helps prevent them from absorbing as much chlorine or salt. We would recommend the K-Pak Clarifying Shampoo which removes chlorine and product build up.
- Hydration is Key
Sun, salt, and heat can all leave your hair parched. Deep conditioning treatments once a week can replenish lost moisture and keep your hair soft and manageable. Look for products with ingredients like coconut oil, argan oil, shea butter, or aloe vera—all known for their hydrating and restorative properties. We love the K-Pak Hydrator Intensive Treatment by Joico for dry, damaged hair which contains shea butter and smells really summery!
- Embrace Air Drying
Try to give your heat styling tools a break in the summer. Blow dryers, straighteners, and curling irons add extra stress to already vulnerable hair. Instead, let your hair air-dry naturally. Not only does this reduce damage, but it can also enhance your hair’s natural texture.
- Trim the Split Ends
The combination of heat, humidity, and sun exposure can lead to dry ends and more noticeable split ends. Regular trims—every 6 to 8 weeks—will keep your hair looking healthy and prevent minor damage from worsening. We would recommend the Joico K-Pak Reconstructing Shampoo and Conditioner – the shampoo is enriched with Keratin Silicone Complex, to restore and reconstruct your hair’s fullness and the conditioner contains Evening Primrose Oil, Guajava Fruit Extract and Aloe for extra nourishment.
- Go Easy on the Washing
It can be tempting to wash your hair daily during sweaty summer months, but over-washing strips away natural oils that protect and nourish your scalp and hair. Instead, try washing every other day or a few times a week. Consider incorporating a dry shampoo between washes if needed- Joico’s Weekend Hair instantly absorbs excess oil at the roots leaving your hair feeling refreshed and clean and has an encapsulated fragrance which keeps hair smelling fresh and clean all day.
- Protect Your Colour
If your hair is dyed or highlighted, summer can be especially harsh. The sun can fade colour quickly, while chlorine can add unwanted tones. For vibrant and bright colours, we recommend Joico Colorful Anti-Fade Shampoo and Conditioner which contains Pomegranate Fruit Extract which is exceptionally rich in tannins and fade-fighting super antioxidants to protect the longevity and vibrancy of your colour. For other colours or highlights, the K-Pak Color Therapy Protecting Shampoo and Conditioner will help preserve you colour and leave you with long lasting results.
Caring for your hair in the summer doesn’t have to be complicated. With a few mindful changes and protective habits, you can keep your locks looking shiny, strong, and beautiful—no matter how high the temperatures rise!
