We’re all SO excited that summer is finally here – maybe more so than any other year! Now more than ever, everyone is looking forward to getting outside and enjoying the happiness that the warm weather brings.
Not to take the wind out of your sails, but it’s important to remember that heat and humidity can sometimes wreak havoc on your hair’s overall health. That’s why it’s important to give your hair some extra TLC this month with an effective summer haircare routine.
Here’s how you can keep your hair healthy looking its healthiest all summer long!
Conditioning
The heat from the sun can often leave your looking hair dries and majorly lacking some moisture. Switching your conditioner to moisturizing formulas and using our Davines OI hair oils will help revive dehydrated locks. Our selection of conditioning masks and leave-in conditioners will also give added boosts of moisture.
Wash Less Often
While conditioning is key (as we mentioned above), it’s important to find the right frequency of washes each week so that you don’t rid your hair of its natural oils. We suggest trying to extend the time between washes as much as possible by using a dry shampoo product (browse our online store) or looking into second-day hairstyles. If your hair tends to get oily fast, you can opt to shampoo just your roots and then let the product run through the rest of your hair as you wash it out.
Protect Your Hair
When the sun is out – and honestly, even when it’s not – it’s always a good idea to cover your hair as much as possible. A cool new silk headscarf or chic hat is a perfect (and of course stylish!) way to avoid direct sunlight from damaging your beautiful hair. Make sure to also use our Davines OI haircare products to help keep your colour and highlights from fading due to the sun.
Be Mindful of Pools
There’s no question that a pool is a great way to cool off in the summer, but harsh chemicals like chlorine and even salt water can cause major hair trouble. To avoid this from happening, we recommend quickly rinsing your hair under cold water before you dive into the pool. By washing it with fresh water first, you’re actively decreasing the amount of chemicals your hair can soak in, which means you can enjoy yourself without worry.
Avoid Added Heat
Thanks to the humidity and rising temperatures, your hair is already parched enough in the summer months – and that’s before you’ve even added heating tools like dryers and wands into the mix. Because of this, we suggest you embrace summer as a time to experiment with more natural hair styles and overnight techniques that avoid using heat altogether.
Regular Trims
When hair dries out from the summer heat and humidity, it increases your chance of developing unwanted split-ends and breakage. By scheduling regular trim appointments at our salons, you will maintain your hair health, and will also look fabulous!
