We know how important it is to keep our skin safe from the summer’s damaging UV rays, but it’s equally important to protect our scalp and hair — they’re in the sun’s direct path! Your locks can quickly become dry and brittle, and if you’ve ever accidentally burned your part you know firsthand how painful that is. To help, make a braid or a bun and aim for as little exposed scalp as possible. Hats are always your friend! Protected hair will be healthier overall; a rule of thumb is to treat your hair and scalp like the rest of your skin. Here are a few products that are sure to keep your strands safe.
Why we love it: This mist is super lightweight and won’t weigh down your mane, plus it’s vegan and cruelty-free! It dries fast and works for all hair types. Spray on about 15 minutes before sun exposure and reapply every two hours.
Why we love it: This feather light leave-in treatment does it all. It protects your hair from the sun, defrizzes, and detangles dry, coarse strands without making hair feel heavy. Use it before heat styling or on dry locks for a glossy finish. It contains six different oils (sweet almond, argan, coconut, grapeseed, macadamia nut, and safflower) that will work magic for your tired tresses.
Why we love it: This uniquely customizable shampoo and conditioner set is tailor-formulated to provide the best protection and benefits for your needs. Take their online quiz to find out your hair type and get products perfectly suited to you. It’s that simple!
Tip
Greenish hair can be a big challenge for blondes and typically occurs after exposure to chlorine. To prevent this, spray a leave-in conditioner on wet or damp hair before jumping in the pool. You can also use one of the hair oils listed here for the same effect.
Why we love it: This awesome, lightweight hair oil offers UV protection and rapidly absorbs to control frizz. Formulated with fast-acting camellia oil, it’ll leave your hair beautifully hydrated with a soft, healthy sine.
Why we love it: After a full day swimming in saltwater or chlorine, this shampoo will treat your chemical loaded locks with deeply nourishing ingredients. Coconut water and vitamin E strengthen and add shine while the signature Kérastase formula protects from further solar damage.
Why we love it: Gotta love a good powder, especially if it safeguards your scalp and hair from the sun! It’s a great solution to enhance volume while side-stepping oils that can weigh down fine hair. It’s similar to a dry shampoo and virtually undetectable when used.
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