Summers can be an exciting time– with vacations involving pool parties and beach trips. However, soaking in the sun for too long can have adverse effects on your hair. Too much exposure to the sun can cause hair damage that can leave your hair strands frizzy, dry and prone to breakage. That is why it is essential to have a summer hair care routine that helps keep your hair healthy and vibrant, all throughout this season. In this blog, we will see hair care tips for summer that help tackle common hair problems faced in this season.

Common Summer Season Hair Problems

• Dryness and Split Ends- The sun's heat can strip moisture away from your hair, which leads to split ends and dryness. This turns hair strands brittle and weak. In case you go swimming, the excess salt or chlorine intake can also damage hair strands.

• Hair Fall- Excess exposure to the sun's UV rays can cause damage to the scalp, as it destroys its moisture barrier. This leads to sweat, dehydration and scalp buildup, which causes weakening of roots, making hair more prone to fall.

• Frizzy Hair- Frizzy hair is caused by increased humidity during summers, which causes the hair shaft to absorb excess moisture and lifts the cuticles. This leads to frizzy, detangled and rough hair, especially for those having wavy or curly hair.

• Faded Hair Colour- Summers can have an effect on those having coloured hair. Exposure to the sun causes hair colour to fade by causing chemical bonds to break, leading to this type of hair turning dull and lifeless.  

• Oily Scalp- Summers cause excess sweat buildup and oil production, which leads to an oily and greasy scalp. It is necessary to prevent this as it can lead to irritation and itchiness, with flakiness.

Step-by-Step Summer Hair Care Routine

Follow these steps to ensure you have the perfect hair care routine for the summer-

• Use a Hydrating Shampoo

A gentle, hydrating shampoo is the answer to help build moisture in your hair, cleanse the scalp and control frizz during the summer. Arata’s Anti-Dandruff Shampoo is best suited for oily hair, containing extracts of witch hazel with tea-tree oil that soothes and cleanses hair, providing a healthier scalp. It helps keep hair dandruff-free, while preventing oiliness, flaking and scalp itchiness. 

• Use Nourishing Hair Conditioner

A nourishing conditioner after every wash helps seal moisture in the hair, nourishing your strands and keeping your hair fresh at all times, especially during the summer heat. It helps detangle knots while reducing split ends and frizz. Arata’s Keratin and Rice Water Hair Conditioner is an ideal choice for dry and frizzy hair, as it ensures moisture retention and improved frizz, providing volume, bounce and shine to your hair.

• Pamper with a Hair Mask

A weekly hair mask routine is essential to prevent hair damage from the sun, while nourishing your scalp and strands. Based on your hair type, choose a hair mask that helps improve elasticity, reduces breakage and boosts shine for your hair. For curly, wavy and coily hair types, Arata provides an Advanced Curl Care Hair Mask that consists of a light gel formula, with shea butter, argan oil, almond oil and abyssinian seed oil that delivers essential hydration and moisturization for curls. 

• Use Hair Growth Serum

A hair growth serum helps promote healthy hair growth by protecting your hair from the summer heat. It nourishes the scalp and strengthens roots, which causes less hair loss. Arata’s Intensive Hair Growth Serum consists of a science-backed formulation combining ingredients like 3% Redensyl, 3% Procapil and 5% Kopexil, that ensure healthier hair-regrowth by fortifying hair follicles and improving blood circulation.

• Apply Night Cream

 A night cream that sits overnight in your hair helps lock in moisture and hydrates your hair while you are asleep. It helps you wake up in the morning with hair that is softer and manageable, with tamed frizz. 

Conclusion

In all, a summer haircare routine leaves your hair with the essential hydration and nourishment it deserves. It protects your hair from harsh exposure to the sun's UV rays, ensuring moisture retention and keeping it fresh, frizz-free and healthy. Beat the summer's heat with an essential haircare routine using products from Arata to ensure hydration, nourishment and shine for your hair.

FAQs

1. What are the best hair care tips for summer?

Here are some essential hair care tips for summer-

• Hydrate with moisturising shampoo and conditioner.

• Use leave-in products to lock in moisture. 

• Ensure the use of braids, scarves and buns to protect your hair from heat.

• Engage in minimal heat styling to prevent damage to the hair.

2. How can I protect my hair from sun damage?

You can protect your hair from sun damage by ensuring the following points-

• Cover your hair with hats or scarves every time you step out of the house.

• Avoid direct exposure to the sun during peak hours.

• Using leave-in conditioners, hair masks and creams to ensure hydration for your hair.

3. How often should I wash my hair in the summer?

In the summer, it is ideal to wash hair 2-3 times a week. Excessive washing can lead to stripping away of natural oils in the hair.

4. What is the best hair care routine for dry hair in the summer?

For dry hair, your hair care routine for the summer should include using a hydrating shampoo or conditioner, using leave-in products like hair masks or gels, engaging in deep conditioning and avoiding heat styling. 

5. What should I avoid in my summer hair care routine?

It is best to avoid heat styling tools, tight hairstyles or skipping out on conditioners during your summer haircare routine. Ensure you cover your head with hats or scarves to protect your hair from direct exposure to the sun.