Sunscreen for hair?! Healthy hair during summer
You might not be aware of this, but you need to protect your hair from UV radiation just as much as you should protect your skin. Your hair can become dry and brittle from the sun. Besides the straw hat that protects your scalp, you should also be using products that protect the hair from UV damage, just like you are using sun protection cream on your skin. If our skin needs different skincare routines in winter compared to summer, why would our hair be different?
I have been using these products for the last two summers and I love the results. My hair used to get very dry during summer and break a lot. However, since using UV protection on my hair as well, it’s more hydrated, healthy and shiny. Even my hairdresser encouraged this routine and was very proud of me understanding the importance of protecting my hair during summer.
As summer is approaching quickly (not so quick in Scotland!), I want to share my favourites that I have been using during summer for two years.
First, Shampoo!
L’Oreal Professional Solar Sublime
I love this shampoo because it protects the hair from UV damage but also helps to counteract the effects of salt and chlorine. This means that it is also brilliant if you bathe in the sea or if you go to the pool (the chlorine in pools can really damage your hair, especially if it is dyed). It smells fantastic and it nourishes my hair. I have long, blonde hair and this didn’t seem to affect my colour at all (which is fantastic!).
Personally, I noticed a big difference in my hair after only using this shampoo over summer.
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Conditioner is very important!
Byphasse Hair Pro Mask, Nutritive Riche Dry Hair
Well, a bit anti-climactic, as this is a mask, not a conditioner, but I use it as such every washing. It is so moisturising, detangling my hair immediately, making it very soft and shiny. Not many products work well on my long, blonde (dyed) hair, but this one is fantastic. My scalp is very oily while my ends are very dry, and this mask worked well. While this does not offer UV protection it is extremely nourishing and could be a ‘hair-saver’ after exposure to salt and chlorine.
I couldn’t find it on eBay or Amazon but I will leave the official link here, maybe you will spot it at hair salons or in shops. I purchased mine in Auchan, Romania.
Rinsing Vinegar
Yves Rocher Detox Rinsing Vinegar
Sometimes the chlorine from pools or harsh water can make my scalp itchy, which is why I love to use vinegar on my hair. I have tried diluting vinegar in water, but my hair would smell like a fish and chip shop. The Yves Rocher vinegars for hair smell delicious but retain the properties of vinegar. I love both the Detox Rising Vinegar (Anti-pollution) and the Rinsing Vinegar for shine with raspberries.
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The magic summer product:
UV Protection Hair Spray
L’oreal Professionel Solar Sublime Spray
I was looking for a UV protection spray for hair and I found this one, which I absolutely love! I used it throughout hot summers in Romania and it made a huge difference. You spray it generously on dry hair before going out into the sun. It contains UV filters and Aloe Vera, creating a light protective film on the hair, keeping it nourished and protected from the sun. It also smells really nice and does not make the hair feel greasy. It is also easy to reapply if you are outside for longer.
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20 Comments
Arris Gawe
Summer is fun but we have to be mindful on our skin and body. Thanks for this!
Lipstick Café
I am glad it was useful.
Agnes Vazhure
These are all great haircare products to use this summer. This is perfect for my curly dry hair. Will definitely give this a try.
Lipstick Café
Let me know how it goes!
Brooke R
Wow this blew my mind I had no idea you should protect your hair.
Lipstick Café
I am so glad it was interesting!
Tracy @ Cleland Clan
What great products! My hair is always more brittle in the summer due to sun and chlorine. I’ll have to check these products out.
Lipstick Café
Let me know how it goes!
Nikhila
Loved the article. Learned a bit about how to make appealing pictures from your blog. Nice article, too.
Lipstick Café
I am so glad! Thank you!
Cheeia
I can’t believe there is something like sunscreen for hair! No wonder my hair is so dry! Thank you for sharing
Lipstick Café
I am glad this was helpful! Whether you try the products I recommended or not, there are quite a few sunscreens for hair on the market so make sure you start using some during summer!
Oscar
Did you really apply vinegar?
Lipstick Café
Yes, diluting vinegar with water and applying it on hair to make it shiny used to be a pretty common trick in the past. Problem is that it smells, which is why it’s better to use products like the Yves Rocher ones, which although contain vinegar, smell nicer!
Neil Alvin
This is an awesome buy this summer. I will make sure to avail of that before we hit the beach.
Lipstick Café
Definitely!
aisasami
Wow, I didn’t know you could protect your hair with sunscreen products. I have to try your recommended items out!
Lipstick Café
I am glad the article was informative. Let me know what you think of the products!
emma
Well i didn’t know that was a thing! will be sure to look out for some of these products in summer
Lipstick Café
Let me know what you think if you do try them!