Help your hair beat the heat

Hair care becomes a worrisome factor for both men and women as the heat of summer increases. There is no wonder that you may even consider shaving your hair. Conversely, try some of these tips to keep your head and hair cool this summer.

Summer is the time of heat and it can be particularly harsh on you. Hair care is important during summer, especially when, whether for recreation or work, you have to be outdoors braving the sun. Throughout summer we need to take care of our hair to keep it from drying. We need to moisturise our hair regularly.

The most common problem during the summer season is suntan. To avoid excessive tanning during summer, apply a lot of sunscreen lotion before stepping out into the sun. Try using a sunscreen for your hair too. Leaving on a conditioner with UV protection is a great bet for dry and brittle hair. A regular oil massage also helps. Try deep-conditioning treatments, as the sun rays can damage the hair. Do not let trivial skin and hair issues dampen your spirits this season.

Stylish accessories can be attractive but you need to be very careful when buying them. Use ponytail holders without metal closures, barrettes with smooth edges, etc.

Avoid washing your hair regularly, as natural oils in your hair which act as natural moisturisers will be removed by excess washing.

Avoid using a blow dryer. Instead, allow your hair to air-dry naturally. Swimming is the most popular past-time during the hot summer days, so it is essential to apply conditioners and hair masks after a splash in the pool.

To protect the hair from damage during the summer season, it is important to apply a good conditioner from time to time.

Here are some tips to care for your hair in the summer months

1. Use a good quality shampoo and conditioner that is designed for your specific hair type. A light shampoo and conditioner for fine hair and a moisturising shampoo and conditioner for coarse hair.

2. During the summer months shampoo less and use a cold rinse to help seal in the natural moisture of your hair.

3. Provide your hair with the extra moisture it needs. Apply a deep conditioner once a week, especially after a long day in the sun and water.

4. If you are spending a long day by the water, wear a hat or use a leave-in conditioner which contains SPF protection for your hair.

5. Always wash your hair thoroughly after you have been in a chlorinated pool.