An idea for the head: how to protect your hair in the summer

Just like the skin, i hair, in the summer, they need their dose of protection. If it is true that a swim in the sea is enough to give beautiful gifts beach waves, it should also be remembered that the mix of sun, salt, wind and chlorine can weaken our hair, turn off the color, dehydrate them.

“The sun can damage hair both at the level of the bulbs and along the stem,” he explains Giulia Tanzi, Technical Marketing Specialist Davines. «In the first case, oxidative damage and micro-inflammation are created, the consequences of which will then be paid in autumn through hair loss.

On the stem, however, the sun causes dryness and weakness, thus leading to fading of the color and the appearance of an opaque effect. “

That’s why, to ward off the detested “Straw effect” and show off bright and beautiful hair, in the beach bag, together with sunscreens for the body, they should never be missing hats, bandanas, scarves – you see Olivia Palermo – and especially allies with SPF to spray or apply before and during sun exposure.

But not only. A summer hair beauty routine also continues at home, after the sea. Here are all the tips:

HOW TO PROTECT THEM ON THE BEACH
“It is recommended to apply specific protective products, for example by spraying leave-on emulsions with UV filters all over the hair.”

SALT, WIND AND CHLORINE: HOW TO AVOID THE “STRAW EFFECT”
«The straw effect can be avoided with three simple precautions: gather the hair in hairstyles that protect them such as, for example, a braid or a chignon; wearing hats, wide scarves or bandanas; rinse your hair with fresh water after swimming in the sea or in the pool. “

THE STEPS OF THE SUMMER HAIR BEATY ROUTINE
«For a general level routine, it is recommended to: use specific protective products (in cream or spray) with UV filters during sun exposure, use delicate and moisturizing shampoos and conditioners, together with nourishing closing masks. After returning from vacation, it is advisable to go to your trusted salon for a professional reconstruction treatment. Then there are specific recommendations for different types of hair:
– In the presence of dry and damaged hair, it is necessary to nourish the hair with a specific restructuring routine, integrating an intensive fortifying mask at least once a week.

– In the presence of colored hair, adopt specific color protection routines, to preserve its shine and prevent it from fading or becoming dull.

– In the presence of faded hair, a conditioner with direct pigments can be integrated into the routine, which intensifies the reflections.

– In the presence of blond hair, rebalance this beloved shade while restoring strength and vitality to the hair fiber. “

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