Sunny days at the beach, refreshing drinks, and plenty of wonderful relaxation – there’s a lot to love about summer, but the effects the heat can have on your hair are not among them.
Isn’t it tiring to wonder every year what hair problems summer will bring this time? The good news is that it doesn’t have to be that way. By taking care of your hair properly, you can keep it shiny and full all summer long.
Here are our 5 best tips
1. Protect from intense sun
It’s not just our skin that is affected by too much sun – hair can also get “burned” and difficult to manage from too much sun exposure. Feel free to wear a sun hat or some kind of scarf if you’re outside for long periods in direct sunlight.
You can also protect your hair a little extra by massaging in a protective oil such as raspberry seed oil or jojoba oil before going out in the sun.
2. Let your hair breathe
Let your hair breathe and live a little extra during the summer. Wear it loose or, if you have longer hair, make a loose bun or braid. Tighter hairstyles can cause itching and scalp problems because they tend to pull and tighten the hair, especially when your hair is warm and dry from the summer heat.
3. Conditioner
Use a moisturizing conditioner and try washing your hair less often in the summer. If you have dry hair, you can try avoiding shampoo altogether for a while and just use conditioner. If you have oily hair, you may need a mild shampoo 1-2 times a week.
The conditioner method is an effective way to combat dry and damaged hair.
Try not rinsing out the conditioner completely when you wash your hair. Leave the very last bit in your hair. You’ll be surprised at how healthy and hydrated your hair feels when it’s dry.
4. Avoid hair dryers & rough towels
If you have problems with dry hair in the summer, a hair dryer will make it worse. Let your hair dry outside instead.
Conventional bath towels can make hair too dry in the summer. Instead, try drying it with a microfiber towel, a cotton T-shirt, or a kitchen towel woven from pure cotton or linen. All of these are gentler and don’t dry as harshly as traditional bath towels.
5. Hair mask
One of the very best ways to restore your hair’s shine and fullness is with a nourishing hair mask. Here is a favorite recipe for summer hair:
Deep conditioning mask
- 2 tbsp coconut oil
- 1 tbsp shea butter
- 1 tsp argan oil
- A few drops of essential oil
- Coconut oil deeply hydrates the hair.
- Argan oil is excellent for controlling frizz and adding shine.
- Shea butter not only provides moisture and shine but can also help address dandruff and dry scalp.
- Essential oils like rosemary, lavender, and peppermint strengthen the hair and provide a wonderful scent.
Instructions
- Melt the coconut oil and shea butter together in a saucepan over low heat.
- Let the mixture cool until it almost solidifies, then add the argan oil.
- Whisk everything together with an electric mixer for 3-5 minutes. You’ll get a creamy consistency that is much easier to apply to your hair.
- Comb through clean, dry hair and leave on for 30 minutes.
- Rinse hair and then wash as usual.
If you don’t have time to make your own mask, you can try the nourishing hair mask from Bruns, which is a real favorite among our customers.
Good luck and have a wonderful summer!
