Summer is just around the corner. Temperatures are rising. The days are particularly long and you've booked your holiday? The perfect time to find out more about sun protection for hair. Because it's not just our skin that needs special care, especially during the hot season. So if you want to be well prepared, read on now!
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In addition, daily care is crucial. You've probably already guessed it, but for completeness: moisture is the be-all and end-all when it comes to sun protection for hair. This starts with shampoo. A nourishing conditioner can then help to make your hair particularly supple. For a finishing touch, we also recommend a suitable hair oil. And if you're looking for something even more intensive, a hair mask or lotion can help once or twice a week. If you stick to this beauty regime all summer long, you should have a good foundation for your hair to look good afterwards.
By the way, you can also cut back on styling. Because the high temperatures already dry everything out. If you now come around the corner with a curling iron or straightener, your hair will probably not thank you for it. Instead, try loose braids or learn to know and love your hair in its natural state. And if you can't resist, be sure to use a good heat protection spray. Finally, you can wear a hat to provide comprehensive sun protection for your scalp too.
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Why sun protection for hair and scalp makes sense
It is now generally known that UV radiation is not our best friend. This applies to both UV-A and UV-B. The former penetrates deep into our skin and destroys our collagen and elastic fibres. This causes it to lose its elasticity. The second type penetrates to the lower layer of the epidermis and initially gives us the popular brownish colour by producing melanin. However, if you get too much of it, your skin can age prematurely and, in the worst case, even trigger cancer. Even if our hair doesn't get sunburned, the rays are still very damaging to your hair. This is because they attack the lipid layer, which normally protects your hair from drying out. In addition, your scalp is affected. If it gets sunburned, it can become so irritated that it forms dandruff. But that's not all. The different conditions your hair has to endure are also a factor you need to consider. Especially on holiday, when you swim and switch between chlorinated and sea water, or when you tie your hair up repeatedly, your hair can suffer. It becomes dehydrated, breaks more easily and is generally very weakened. You see: sun protection for hair and general care for the entire head is a must, especially in summer.
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So that summer doesn't surprise you and you haven't done anything to ensure your hair gets through this season unscathed, we have put together a few tips. This will make prevention and care easier and you'll be well-equipped for those hot sunny hours. First, there's the hairdresser's visit. This is not only advisable if you want to look particularly good on holiday, but also to get rid of your dry and possibly split ends. This makes styling much more pleasant. Provided by lador
Sun protection: hair care on holiday
The tips mentioned above apply both on holiday and in everyday life. But when travelling, there are usually a few additional challenges for your hair that it doesn't normally have to contend with. In particular, we are talking about saltwater in the sea and its chlorinated counterpart in the pool. In addition, you probably spend most of your holiday outdoors, so UV radiation plays a greater role.
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The temptation is great to simply let your hair dry on the beach in the sun after swimming in the sea. But this beach look won't really do your mane any good, no matter how beautiful it looks. This is because seawater, depending on the ocean, contains a lot of salt, which can quickly make your hair porous and split. This is because moisture is extracted and the salt crystallises. This gives the sun's rays an even larger attack surface. But what to do about it? The be-all and end-all is sun protection for hair before bathing. You can, for example, massage it into your lengths with an oil. Almost even more important is the step after bathing. Rinse your hair immediately with fresh water until you are sure that the sea salt has been completely removed. Another tip, of course, is to tie your hair up a bit so that it doesn't get wet in the first place. However, avoid too strict a hairstyle and hair ties with metal clasps. These can quickly heat up and cause even more damage.
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Even though most pools contain fresh water, the chemicals used to keep everything clean are not necessarily beneficial for your hair. The aforementioned sun protection for hair in the form of an oil or spray is just as appropriate here. But you should especially protect yourself from chlorine, which can destroy the colour pigments of your hair. A simple trick is to prepare your hair even before the first jump into the cool water. Simply let fresh water run over it until it is really soaked. This way your hair will not absorb as much chlorine and will not be heavily stressed. To be on the safe side, you can also use special shampoos afterwards to neutralise the chlorine. Provided by lador
UV Rays
Especially on a day when you primarily want to lie on the beach and do nothing, sun protection from head to toe is important. Because, as we have already hinted at several times: UV rays are not friendly to your hair. By the way, it doesn't help if you lie in the shade under a tree the whole time. Because there you are still exposed to at least a quarter of the exposure. If water is then in the immediate vicinity, another 20 percent of the radiation is added. A parasol and no water nearby reduces everything to 10 percent. To get adequate protection, you need to be prepared. We have already mentioned sun protection oil. Alternatively, you can use sprays. These are available not only for hair, but also for your skin. They repel dangerous UV rays with a protective film and can even partially withstand infrared radiation. In addition, they usually contain nourishing substances, such as aloe vera or panthenol. Provided by lador
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