Between the sun, sea and sand, our hair in the summer gets a pretty rough deal.
Which all means that before you even think about creating those Erin Wasson-esque beachy waves, you need to start treating your locks to hair masks and treatments to get it into tip top condition.
No two seasons are the same. Just like your skin needs a different set of products in different seasons, so does your hair. If your daily products nourish your hair in just the right way when it’s sweltering outside, you won’t be spending too much time on repairing post damage. Summer calls for some essential products that help keep your hair healthy and protect them from damage.
Use A Hair Mask
Most experts agree that a nourishing hair mask applied once a week at home is enough to coax hair into good condition (although very dry, thick hair will drink up a lot more).
Victoria Beckham's go-to hairstylist Jason Collier agrees, 'For healthy hair post-holiday, nourishment and recovery are key. Use a pre-shampoo treatment and an nourishing mask for a few weeks after your trip.'
Wear a Hat
It sounds obvious, but wearing a hat keeps your hair protected from damage caused by direct sunlight. 'Wear a chic hat or hairband/scarf to protect your hair,' advises Simms. 'Or, if you prefer, apply lots of conditioner to your hair before you go in the sun and leave it in all day; this will help the hair to nourish and rehydrate.'