Hot temperatures and associated humidity can damage the hair's cuticle resulting in dry, drab, split, brittle or frizzy hair and ragged ends. Whether your hair is already stressed and dry, or in excellent condition the sun can have the same effect.
So what can you do to prevent this?
Wear a Hat: If you know you are going to be out in the sun for some time, wear a hat. Hats were big on the catwalk for summer 2011 with small brim hats such as trilby's and larger floppy brimmed hats very popular. Johji Mamamoto used neutral colours in creams and sun kissed browns and Marc Jacobs opted for bright colours in orange and yellow.
Use a Conditioner: If you don't want to wear a hat, use a good leave in conditioner with added sunscreen to protect your hair and condition at the same time.
Limit the heat: Avoid using hot styling tools such as hair dryers and curling tongs as these will dry your hair out even further. If you need to dry your hair use the cool setting. If you absolutely must use a tool (I'm lost without straighteners!!!) use a leave in conditioner before using the tools on your hair.
Hydrate: Hydrate your hair from the inside out: drink plenty of water for more healthy hair.
Cool Down: Avoid taking hot showers or washing your hair in hot water. Use warm or cool water instead, the heat can dry out and/or damage your hair and skin.
Go Natural: Don't use hair products with formaldehyde or alcohol in it which dry out hair, try to use natural products that are gentler on your hair.
Less is More: Try washing your hair less, washing the hair can strip it of essential oils and dry it out further. Use a dry shampoo and make sure you condition your hair daily. To give your hair a complete treat try Jan Marini Hair Revitalising Conditioner which conditions and gives hair renewed body and bounce.
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