6 essential summer haircare tips you didn’t know you needed

As the seasons change, so should your haircare routine. From season to season our hair can quickly feel like it’s in a battle for survival, and every season calls for a little extra TLC. Summer might be the season to let your hair down, but it’s also the season that can be tough on your strands. Take care of your hair with these essential summer haircare tips. Your crown will thank you!

Start with a trim

Many people hesitate trimming their split ends not knowing the damage it causes. Trimming your split ends means trimming the hair that’s causing damage and preventing further hair growth.

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Trimming split ends prevents breakage and encourages hair growth, Image: FreePik

Trimming your split ends is an essential step for several reasons:

Prevents further
Keeps your hair looking healthy by reducing the appearance of
Helps maintain healthy ends, which encourages better growth over time.
Makes styling and manageability much easier, especially in summer.

Protect hair from sun damage

Sunscreen is not just for your skin, but for your hair too. Use hair products that contain UV protection or a light oil to protect your hair from damage. Alternatively, use head wear such as sun hats and head scarves as a shield from the sun.

Avoid heat styling

The sun provides enough heat, so there’s no need to add more with heat styling tools. Heat can cause your hair to be more prone to breakage. Alternatively, air-dry your hair, braid your hair for wavy curls, and use rollers for bouncy curls.

Using heatless curling methods will help achieve the curls you want while promoting hair growth, Image: FreePik

Opt for protective styles

Wearing protective hairstyles like braids or buns is one of the best ways to prevent your hair from sun exposure and damage.

Gentle cleansing

Use moisturising shampoo and conditioner with natural oils like shea butter or coconut oil. To maintain moisture, you can incorporate weekly deep conditioning treatments. When detangling your hair, use a wide-tooth comb.

Tip: To minimise breakage, detangle when your hair is wet and conditioned.

Dedicate a day to washing your hair to ensure your hair gets the needed treatment, Image: FreePik

Protect throughout the night

So that you and your crown get some good night’s sleep, use a satin bonnet or sleep on a satin or silk pillowcase to protect your hair through the night.