During the summer, hair is subjected to various aggressions such as sea salt, pool chlorine, and the sun's UV rays. These damage the hair cuticles, which then lose keratin , a protective film that gives hair strength and shine.
As a result, the hair becomes dry, brittle and dull, and requires special care to regain strength and hydration.
To effectively protect your hair and keep it healthy, here are 5 tips to incorporate into your beauty routine:
1. Moisturize your hair
Under the influence of the sun's UV rays, sea salt, and chlorine, hair tends to dry out and lose its elasticity. Colored and already weakened hair is even more susceptible to these effects.
To limit damage and keep hair beautiful, you should start moisturizing it a few weeks before sun exposure and swimming.
To do this, you need to prioritize hair products specifically designed for hair hydration, choosing a moisturizing shampoo, a moisturizing conditioner and a moisturizing mask.
About thirty minutes before shampooing, you can apply a homemade mask made of aloe vera (a plant known for its moisturizing properties), water and coconut milk to the entire head of hair.
Furthermore, during the summer, we sweat more due to the intense heat from the sun, so it's essential to drink enough water to hydrate the hair fibers from within. Ideally, you should drink at least 1.5 liters of water per day and eat water-rich fruits like watermelon and melon, which contain over 90% water.
2. Protecting your hair
Before a tanning session, we apply a sunscreen cream or spray to protect our skin from the sun's UV rays , but we sometimes forget to protect our hair, which is just as vulnerable.
To avoid ending up with dry hair at the end of your vacation, here are a few precautions:
- Before swimming, the best thing to do is to wet your hair (in the shower) to limit the absorption of chlorine from the pool or sea salt.
- Before immersing your hair in water, it is advisable to put on a silicone bathing cap as protection.
- On the beach, to protect your scalp and hair lengths from the sun, it is advisable to wear a hat or a scarf.
- Finally, a specific sunscreen for hair must be applied to the entire head of hair, and it is important to reapply it after swimming or prolonged exposure to the sun.
3. Rinse and wash your hair after each swim
To remove all chlorine and salt residue, it is essential to rinse and wash your hair after each swim. These substances have an abrasive effect; they dry out, dull, and promote breakage.
The rinsing water should preferably be cold to tighten the scales of the hair fiber and thus "lock in" the moisture at the heart of the hair.
If the scalp is itchy and/or irritated by sand or salt, a calming and purifying shampoo should be chosen to soothe the scalp.
4. Limit the use of heating appliances
The use of hair dryers, straighteners, or curling irons should be limited or even avoided to prevent further damage to hair already weakened by pool water, seawater, and sun exposure. The heat from these devices dehydrates and damages the hair fiber, which promotes split ends.
Ideally, you should let your hair air dry, and use a heat-protectant product or treatment before straightening or curling your hair.
5. Hair Care
Regardless of your hair type, it is essential to take care of it inside and out, even when you go on vacation.
6. Use vegetable oils
Hair weakened by salt, chlorine, and sun needs rich hair care. Plant oils , in particular, are very effective at coating, nourishing, and adding shine to dry and damaged hair. They can be applied as an oil treatment to the entire head of hair (scalp, lengths, and ends), left on under a warm towel for 30 minutes, or even several hours.
The best vegetable oils to use for hair care are 100% pure and natural coconut oil, castor oil and olive oil.
7. Trim your ends regularly
Sun, sea salt, and chlorine weaken the hair fiber and dry out the ends, which quickly become split and brittle. To maintain healthy, shiny hair, it's essential to refresh your haircut regularly , even if it's just by cutting off an inch or two.
A quick visit to the hairdresser every 6 to 8 weeks helps eliminate damaged ends and stimulate regrowth . This will keep your hair stronger, more supple, and more resistant to the effects of summer.
8. Eat a balanced and nutrient-rich diet
Having beautiful hair also depends on diet; it is recommended to have a healthy and balanced diet to provide all the nutrients necessary for beautiful hair.
Taking a course of Délicure hair capsules helps to strengthen hair from within and promote faster and more harmonious growth.
Their convenient format allows for easy consumption at any time of day , with a large glass of water, whether you are at home or on the go.
As with any natural supplement, it is advisable to store the product in a dry place , away from light and heat, to preserve the quality of the plant-based active ingredients.