How to protect your hair from the sun?

Summer has finally arrived with its share of sunny days, relaxing moments at the beach, refreshing swims and well deserved tanning sessions. But did you know that this long awaited season can also be the source of considerable damage to your hair? Sun, heat, sea salt and pool chlorine can be real enemies for your beloved mane, leaving it dry, dull and damaged.

Fortunately, there is no need to sacrifice the health and beauty of your hair for your sunny days. But then, how to do it? How to protect your hair in summer? In this article, we reveal the secrets to protect hair from the sun and give it the essential care to maintain a radiantly healthy mane throughout the season.

how not to damage your hair in summer?

Which product should you use to protect your hair from the sun? To preserve the health and beauty of your hair all summer long, it is essential to adopt a hair routine adapted to this sunny season. Here are some practical tips to protect hair from the sun and keep a dazzling mane despite summer aggressions:

do a neutral henna to protect your hair: Neutral henna is an ideal option to strengthen the hair fiber and protect hair from the sun. Neutral henna creates a protective layer around each strand of hair, which helps it withstand external aggressions. This natural barrier limits moisture loss, prevents split ends and reduces the harmful effects of UV on your hair. In addition, neutral henna has smoothing properties that help sheath your hair, giving it a shinier and silkier appearance. You can therefore enjoy your sunny days without worrying about potential damage caused by the sun.
hydrate in depth: The key to hair that resists summer is hydration. So to protect your hair in summer, remember to use hair products rich in hydrating actives. For example, shea, jojoba oil and aloe vera to nourish your hair in depth.
protect your hair from the sun: Before exposing yourself to the sun, spray jojoba oil on your mane, available from Hairborist hairdressers. You can also opt for a wide brim hat to cover your head and hair when you are outdoors. This is the best option to protect hair from the sun naturally.
avoid heating tools: During summer, try to limit the use of straightening irons, hairdryers and other heating tools. Instead, opt for natural protective hairstyles, such as braids or buns, which help preserve the health of your hair.

how to protect curly hair from the sun?

For people with curly hair, taking care of their beautiful mane from the sun is all the more crucial during summer. Curls naturally tend to be drier and prone to frizz, which makes them more vulnerable to damage caused by the sun, wind and heat.

However, thanks to Hairborist nourishing products, your curly hair can be ready to face the sun with complete peace of mind. The ideal routine to protect curly hair from the sun starts with our Renovator pre shampoo treatment, a true bath of hydration and regeneration. Thanks to its nourishing natural ingredients, it prepares your curls to face summer aggressions while strengthening them from within.

Next, Daily Clean shampoo is an essential ally to cleanse your curls gently without drying them out. Its delicate formula removes impurities while maintaining the hydration your hair needs to keep curls well defined.

After shampooing, Sweet Care conditioner gently detangles your curls without weighing them down. Its organic nourishing actives restore vitality and shine to your hair, while promoting perfect curl definition.

Finally, the Hairborist Karité mask provides the finishing touch to your summer routine for resplendent curls. Rich in shea butter and rice proteins, it deeply nourishes your hair, making it soft, silky and incredibly supple.

You can also find an oil that works miracles at your Hairborist hairdresser: jojoba oil. Curly hair tends to be drier and prone to frizz. Jojoba oil creates a protective barrier around the hair, which protects it from external aggressions such as heat from the hairdryer, pollution and of course sun rays. Jojoba oil is similar to the sebum naturally produced by the scalp, which makes it a lightweight, non greasy oil that penetrates easily into the strands to hydrate them deeply. This helps maintain moisture in the hair, keeping it soft and supple.

With this complete Hairborist routine, protecting curly hair from the sun has never been easier. Your curls are in good hands to face the sunny days of summer.

Protecting hair at the beach

Protecting your hair from the sun also means protecting your hair at the sea. Protecting your hair at the beach is essential to avoid damage caused by sun, sea salt and wind. Fortunately, a few simple precautions can make all the difference to keep a radiant mane during and after your seaside days.

So, how to protect hair from the sun and the sea? When you are at the beach, before exposing yourself to the sun, remember to apply jojoba oil to create a protective barrier against the sun’s harmful rays.

You can also protect your hair from the sun with a scarf. Indeed, we strongly recommend using a scarf to protect your hair from the sun and the sea. In addition, this will bring a stylish, boho touch to your summer look. On our TikTok account, you will find several summer hairstyle tutorials. Subscribe so you do not miss anything.

Before diving into the water, rinse your hair with fresh water to moisten it, as hair that is already wet absorbs less sea salt. You must always rinse your hair after swimming. To do this, you can use a gentle shampoo to effectively remove salt and sand.

Finally, favor protective hairstyles such as braids, buns or ponytails to limit your hair’s exposure to the elements.

Protecting hair from chlorine

Protecting hair from chlorine is essential, especially if you are a pool regular. Chlorine present in the water is very aggressive for your hair. It makes it dry, dull and brittle if not properly protected.

How to protect hair from the sun and chlorine? Before diving into the pool, wet your hair with fresh water. Hair that is already wet absorbs less chlorinated water. It is the same principle as with sea water. You can also apply a little hair oil or a leave in conditioner to create a protective barrier between your hair and chlorine. Once your swim is over, rinse your hair immediately with fresh water to remove chlorine residue.

When you shower at the end of the day, we recommend using a gentle shampoo to remove impurities. Avoid using heating tools such as the hairdryer or straightener immediately after exposure to chlorine, as this could worsen the damage. We strongly recommend using a shampoo followed by a conditioner and a very hydrating mask to give your hair all the love it deserves after being weakened by chlorine. At Hairborist, you will definitely find what you are looking for. By following these small tips, you can protect your hair from chlorine and enjoy your swimming sessions without compromising the health of your mane. You now know how to protect hair at the pool.

How to hydrate your hair in summer?

You will have understood, during summer, taking care of your hair is essential to counteract the drying effects of sun, sea salt and chlorine. For a hair routine specially adapted to this sunny season, Hairborist natural products are simply perfect.

Start with the ultra regenerating pre shampoo treatment Renovator, which provides a real rejuvenating cure for your hair. This allows intense nutrition as well as reconstruction of the hair fiber. Add a few drops of our Aromasynergy Nutritif to your treatment for even more nutrition and hydration and you are good to go.

Our gentle Sensity shampoo is the ideal companion to cleanse your hair gently without aggressing it. Its delicate, natural formula removes impurities while preserving your hair’s natural hydration. Once your hair is clean, the organic nourishing Sweet Care conditioner envelops it with softness. Its 100% organic, nourishing and hydrating composition detangles your hair, closes the scales inevitably opened during shampooing. Sweet Care is also a real complement of hydration and nutrition. Our conditioner provides essential elements to your hair to keep it in full health.

Finally, the Hairborist shea mask is the final gesture of your summer routine, for sublimated hair. Thanks to its repairing and regenerating properties, this intensive mask deeply nourishes the hair and rebuilds the hair fiber. Shea, the star ingredient of this mask, provides intense nutrition, leaving your hair soft, strong and ready to face all summer adventures.

With this special routine composed of Hairborist natural products, you can be sure to give your hair the hydration and care it needs to be resplendent. Enjoy summer with complete peace of mind, while preserving the beauty of your natural mane. To shop as soon as possible at your Hairborist hairdresser.

how to have beautiful hair in summer?

Do you want to know our last secret for beautiful hair in summer? Have you ever heard of neutral henna?

This natural technique brings all the benefits of a plant based color without changing the color of your hair. Composed only of water and plants, neutral henna is a wonder for your hair, especially before or after summer.

Before summer, a neutral henna application helps prepare your hair by strengthening it and protecting it against summer aggressions such as sun, sea and chlorine. Your hair will thus be ready to face sunny days while maintaining its vitality and natural shine.

After summer, neutral henna acts as a true savior to repair damage caused by summer elements. Indeed, Hairborist neutral henna makes hair strong, supple, very shiny and sheathed. Yes, all of that. Say goodbye to dry and damaged hair and make way for silky, strong and healthy hair.

To offer your hair this magic care, make an appointment with a Hairborist hairdresser.