Summer Hair Made Simple
With the summer months fast approaching, most people are spending
more time in the sun and in the pool. With the hot weather, beach trips,
and summer parties, it can be easy to let your hair become dry and damaged. However, with some easy tricks, you can keep your hair
healthy and happy during summer.

Condition Often
Deep conditioning your hair once a week or applying apple cider vinegar diluted with water is one of the best ways to keep it healthy after exposure to sunlight.

Wash Less Frequently
Shampooing your hair every day strips your hair of its natural oils and
dries it out. Just rinse with water after going to the beach or the pool to prevent damage.

Use Hair Sunscreen
Hair sunscreen prevents your hair from fading or drying out from sun damage. You can use a spray sunscreen or a long-lasting, deep conditioning sunscreen.

Keep Your Hair Loose
Pulling your hair into a tight ponytail or bun can pull, tear, and break your hair, especially if it's brittle from sun damage. Instead, try a loose braid or ponytail.

Wear a Hat
Wearing a hat is the best way to protect your scalp, neck, and ears from sun damage. It can also help your scalp and hair stay moisturized.

Don't Use Products Everyday
Summer is the best time to keep a natural look for your hair. Using too many chemical-filled products can make your hair weak and brittle. Avoid products for at least a few days a week, or use all-natural products.

Minimize Heat Styling
Using heat on your hair causes damage during all seasons, but in summer, your hair is already being exposed to hot temperatures in the outside air. Avoid using heat more than once or twice a week to keep hair healthy.

Use a Comb Instead of a Brush
If your hair is dry or brittle from sun exposure, using a brush, especially on wet hair, can cause breakage and split ends. Use a wide-toothed comb instead to minimize damage.

Protect Your Color
Color-treated hair can easily become noticeably damaged from sunlight and from chlorine in pools. Avoid exposing your hair to chlorinated water as much as possible, and use a conditioner for color-treated hair.

Avoid Swimmer's Hair
If you have blonde or color-treated hair, wet your hair before entering a pool to reduce the amount of chlorine your hair absorbs. You can also rinse your hair with apple cider vinegar diluted with water after swimming.