With a bit of at-home care and some TLC, bad hair days don’t have to be a thing!

For many, August is the tail-end of summer. Last-minute summer trips get taken, and back-to-school shopping for the kids begins. But just because summer is almost over doesn’t mean you should neglect your hair. If anything, it needs your attention now more than ever.

So, as we sail into the last days of summer, here are some reminders for keeping your hair healthy, frizz-free, and looking gorgeous. 

Don’t Sprout a Crown of Frizzy Hair Like Monica—IYKYK

Do you love the long summer days that spill into fun, romantic summer nights but can’t stand the crown of frizz you wear reluctantly? You’re not alone!

Many people complain of this irksome hair problem during the summer. Here’s why it’s such a problem:

The drier your hair is, the more humidity it soaks up. When the hair shaft absorbs too much humidity, it swells, and the cuticle breaks.

What happens next? Well, you know. Your hair puffs up, and nothing you do seems to keep it smooth.

Too much time in the pool can also damage your hair and make frizz worse. That’s because chlorine strips hair of its natural oils. Think you’re out of the woods because the only swimming you do is in the ocean? Well, not exactly!

Ocean water’s heavy salt content dries out hair faster than most people realize. You already know how tangly your hair gets after a dip in the ocean, but it’s also super parched. It needs a lot of moisture to prevent it from frizzing.

So, now you know what causes your hair to frizz so bad, here’s what you can do to keep your hair looking dynamite when dealing with summertime humidity. 

Keep Your Hair Trimmed

Maybe you got your hair cut at the beginning of summer, but that doesn’t mean you aren’t due for a trim. Hair grows faster in the summer because that’s the anagen (aka growing) season for hair. Also, you probably have some split ends which are not frizz’s friend.

Protect Your Hair from UV Rays

We often talk about protecting our skin from the sun’s harmful rays, but what about our hair? You must choose hair care products that contain UV filters to protect your hair.

Not sure which product is right for you? Ask us! We assist you with finding the perfect solution.

Also, while we’re talking about sun damage, don’t forget to protect your scalp. Wear a hat (preferably a wide-brim hat—they never go out of style) to protect your ears and scalp, two parts of the body vulnerable to skin cancer.

Use a Leave-In Conditioner Before Swimming

Swimming is a favorite summer activity, and we’d never want you to forgo taking a dip in the cool, refreshing water. But if you’re prone to frizzy hair, do yourself a favor and use a leave-in conditioner. When your hair is wet and conditioned, pool chemicals aren’t absorbed as easily. 

Use a Quality Moisturizing Shampoo and Conditioner for Your Hair Type

We wash our hair more often in the summer to combat greasy, sweaty hair. Although our hair smells better, extra washing can dry it out. To remedy this problem, switch to a nourishing, moisturizing shampoo and conditioner.

But make sure you choose products that work for your hair. Our stylists at The Color Room can make suggestions based on your hair type, washing habits, and even your lifestyle to ensure the products you use are formulated to work for you, not against you.

Skip the Hot Tools and Embrace a Fun Summer Style

Blow dryers, flat irons, and curling irons are tools that wreak havoc on your hair when used too often, regardless of the season. Yet, they’re especially bad for your hair in during the summer.

It’s not too late to try out a new summer look. Maybe you learn how to braid your hair in a unique style to keep it off your neck and give your strands a break from the heat. Or, wash your hair before bed, put it in a loose bun or braid, and wake up with beach waves.

We’ve Saved the Best for Last!

Follow the advice in this post, and you’ll undoubtedly have noticeable results. But the top secret and most effective weapons to outwit and combat frizz are professional products like L’Oreal’s home hair treatments.

We introduced you to L’Oreal’s Metal Detox hair treatment before, but it’s not their only at-home professional treatment to consider. Their Absolute Repair line is the golden standard of professional repair.

There are five products in the line:

• Instant Resurfacing Shampoo

• Instant Resurfacing Conditioner

• Instant Resurfacing Mask

• Resurfacing Golden Mask

• 10-in-1 Perfecting Multipurpose Oil

These products resurface your hair, make it less sensitive to environmental factors, and keep it shinier and softer without weighing it down. 

Revive Your Summertime Hair

Stop in today and speak with one of our friendly, knowledgeable team members for help choosing an at-home treatment that’s perfect for you!

While you’re at it, why not schedule a trim to get rid of those split ends and maybe even a soothing deep conditioning treatment to revive your summertime hair?

For questions about hair appointments, deep conditioning treatments, or professional at-home treatments like Metal Detox or Absolute Repair, call The Color Room at 636-856-1400!