Why is it important to protect your hair and scalp in summer?

Just as our skin needs extra attention in the summer due to sun exposure, heat and dehydration, it is equally important to remember nor about protecting our hair and scalpSunlight, salty sea water, chlorinated pool water and sweating are all factors that can damage the structure of our hair and irritate the scalp.

In this article, we present, Why it's worth consciously protecting our hair and scalp in summerand we give you some useful tips that you can use at home.

Why are summer sun and UV rays harmful to hair?

• UV radiation: It weakens the hair structure, making it dull, fragmented and lifeless.
• Dehydration: Heat, sun and wind reduce the moisture content of hair, which can result in brittleness and breakage.
• Salt and chlorinated water: It strips the hair of its natural oils, can irritate the scalp, and promote dandruff or inflammation.
• Sweating and oiliness: In the summer, the scalp sweats more quickly and becomes oily, which can lead to clogged follicles and hair loss.

How to protect your hair and scalp in summer?

☂️ 1. Wear a cap, hat or scarf

This is the simplest and most effective physical protection against UV radiation. It is important that the headgear made of breathable material be prepared to avoid excessive scalp sweating.

🧴 2. Use hair care products with UV filters

Today, there are available sunscreen sprays, oils and leave-in conditioners, which contain a special UV filter. These protect the hair from the drying effects of sunlight, while hydrating and adding shine to the hair.

💧 3. Hydrate inside and out

In summer, your hair is thirsty too: choose hydrating shampoos and hair masks, and drink enough fluids to maintain healthy hydration levels in your hair.

🌊 4. Protect your hair before going to the beach

Before the splash Rinse your hair with clean water., so less salt or chlorine water is absorbed. Then use a nourishing conditioner that restores the hair's natural protective layer.

🌀 5. Avoid washing your hair too often

While it may be tempting to wash your hair every day in the summer heat, over-cleansing can dry out and irritate your scalp. Use a hair treatment specifically designed for your hair type. hair bath alkaline shampoo heyett, and try to set 2-3 washes per week. Take a look around our salon and we will help you choose the right products for you.

🚫 6. Reduce the heat effect

Try to use fewer straighteners, hair dryers, and curling irons. Sunlight and heat are already quite stressful for your hair.

Pay attention to your scalp too!

Scalp health is essential for preventing hair loss and promoting hair growth. In the summer, excessive sweating and dirt can easily clog the follicles.

• Use before washing your hair.  scalp cleanser.
• Avoid alcohol-based, drying hair conditioners and hairsprays.
• Pay attention to any itching, dandruff, or sensitivity – this may indicate an imbalance in your scalp.

AW Cosmetics tip: targeted scalp treatment

In our salon you have the opportunity to become a professional for scalp and hair diagnostics, where you can get personalized advice and treatments We can also help you choose the right sun protection hair products, regenerating wraps and soothing scalp treatments.

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