Summer is the season of sun-soaked days, endless icy poles, and backyard barbies, but while you’ve been living your best life, your poor hair mightnowbe staging a quiet protest.
Whether the sun’shas fried your strands like hot chips, or salt water has transformedthem into a crunchy snack, the hot weather may not be doing your crowning glory any favours.
Thankfully, no hair-mare is too far gone. Let’s chat about how to revive your tresses back to soft, shiny perfection.
Why summer is a sneaky hair villain
The sunny season might be great for your mood, but it’s downright devious for your strands. That warm, golden sunshine? It’s a master thief, stealing moisture and weakening your hair’s protein structure.
And don’t even get us started on pool chlorine - it strips away natural oils, leaving your hair dry and brittle.
As for salt water? It’s hydration’s worst enemy, turning your locks into a tangled mess.
But!! Your hair is tougher than it looks. With the right care and know-how, you can turn things around and avoid future hair-tastrophes.
Step 1: Hydrate those thirsty locks
Your hair needs a drink, stat. Summer’s all about sipping poolside cocktails, so why should your mane miss out? Start hydrating from the inside out by drinking plenty of water(yes, boring but essential).
Next, nourish your strands with products that lock in moisture, like our Respect My Roots Natural Shampoo & Conditioner. Packed with hydrating superstars and inbuilt heat protection, it offers oodles of goodness for your scalp and strands. And when you wash, remember: lukewarm water is your friend. Hot water opens up the hair cuticle and lets moisture escape, while cooler water helps seal it in.
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Step 2: Pamper your hair with weekly masks
Weekly hair masks are your summertime bestie. They replenish moisture and repair damage caused by UV exposure, chlorine, and saltwater. Feeling fancy(or just hungry 😜)? Try this DIY recipe:
- Mash one ripe avocado.
- Add a drizzle of 100% organic olive oil until it forms a smooth paste.
- Apply to mid-lengths and ends, let it sit for an hour, then rinse thoroughly.
Not into DIY? Leave your Respect My Roots Natural Conditioner on for an extra 10 minutes. It contains Murumuru Butter - a highly nutritive butter thathydrates your hair to leave it shiny, silky and soft.
Step 3: Protect like a pro
Your hair might not scream for SPF, but it still needs protection. Wearing a hat is the easiest way to shield your locks from the sun.
For extra style points, tie your hair up in a scarf or headband to prevent direct sun exposure while looking fabulous. And remember, although Summer heat makes you feel hot and sticky, try to resist the urge to overwash.
Stripping your scalp of natural oils only makes it overcompensate by producing excess oil. Instead, trust our Respect My Roots duo to keep your hair clean, smooth, and frizz-free without drying it out.
Step 4: Prevention is key
Before you dive into the pool or ocean, give your hair a quick rinse with fresh water. By wetting it beforehand, you might be able to reduce the amount of chlorine or salt water that sticks around. While it’s not a foolproof shield, it’s an easy first step to help keep your strands happier.
And once you’re out? Rinse again ASAP. Letting salt or chlorine linger is like rolling out the red carpet for dryness and breakage… no thanks.
But prevention doesn’t stop there. Your product game matters. Look for protective and reparative ingredients like quinoa(a hero ingredient in Respect My Roots Shampoo & Conditioner). Natural quinoa proteins can form a lightweight barrier around the cuticle to block out the bad stuff(heat, pollutants) and protect the good stuff(moisture).
Remember, summer doesn’t have to mean bad hair days. With a little extra care and the right products, your locks will stay luscious and mermaid-esque all season long and beyond. Crowning glory, restored 🥳
