Your hair experiences the changing seasons in much the same way your skin does. From the cold, dry air of winter to the humidity of summer, each season brings its own challenges for maintaining healthy hair. The good news? With proper care and using the right hair care products, you can keep your 'crown' looking fabulous, no matter the weather.
Join us as we dig into how different seasons affect your hair and scalp and offer practical tips to help you maintain the healthiest hair possible all year round:
Hair Care in Winter
Winter is tough on your hair. The cold temperatures and low humidity can leave your hair feeling dry, brittle, and lifeless. Combined with the indoor heating that strips moisture from the air, your scalp can also become flaky and itchy. But don’t worry—there’s plenty you can do to fight back!
Winter Hair Care Tips:
- Use hydrating conditioning treatments: As we often mention when giving hair care advice this time of year, adding moisture with deep conditioning treatments will combat the dryness that winter brings. Try using a rich, nourishing hair mask once a week.
- Protect your hair from the cold: Cover your hair with a scarf or hat to shield it from the cold. Doing this will protect your hair from the cold, dry air, which will help prevent frizz and breakage.
- Switch to a richer shampoo: Opt for a hydrating shampoo that restores moisture and doesn’t strip your hair of its natural oils.
- Avoid excessive heat styling: With the air so dry, heat styling tools can damage your hair further. So, air dry when possible, try to avoid rough towel drying and make sure you use a heat protection spray when styling.
Hair Care in Spring
Spring is all about renewal, but it can also bring challenges, such as increased humidity and pollen that can affect your hair. As the temperatures rise, your scalp may become oilier, and your hair could feel weighed down by the changing of the weather. This is why spring is the perfect time to give your hair a fresh start and give it the ‘spring clean’ it deserves.
Spring Hair Care Tips:
- Clarify your hair: After months of winter product buildup, consider using a cleansing shampoo to remove residue and refresh your scalp.
- Use a leave-in conditioner: As humidity increases, switch to using a nourishing leave-in conditioner, which will moisturise and won’t weigh down your hair or leave it greasy.
- Embrace scalp care: Spring is a great time to focus on your scalp care. Gently exfoliate your scalp with a scrub or massager to help prevent product buildup and improve circulation.
- Stay hydrated: Hydration is key to keeping your hair fresh and bouncy. Drink plenty of water and use a hydrating leave-in conditioner, which will work wonders.
Hair Care in Summer
Summer brings sun, surf, and fun, but it can also cause damage to your hair. The UV rays, chlorine, and saltwater can dry out your hair, while the high humidity can make frizz a constant battle. It’s time to step up your hair care routine to keep your strands healthy and strong.
Summer Hair Care Tips:
- Protect your hair from the sun: Just like your skin, your hair needs protection from harmful UV rays. Use a hair product that targets the effects of UV, or wear a hat to shield your hair.
- Deep condition regularly: The sun and saltwater can strip your hair of moisture, so use a cleansing conditioner and hair mask once a week to mousturise and repair.
- Rinse after swimming: If you’re hitting the pool or swimming in the ocean, always rinse your hair afterwards to remove chlorine or salt that can dry it out.
- Embrace the bun or braids: High humidity can lead to frizz, so wearing your hair in protective styles like buns or braids can help keep it manageable and looking great.
Hair Care in Autumn
Autumn signals a change in the weather as the air becomes crisp and cool. While this season may not come with the intense humidity of summer or the harsh dryness of winter, it brings its own set of hair care challenges—mainly shedding - usually caused by the colder weather which drys your hair out.
Did you know? - It’s common for humans to shed more hair in autumn and winter; so don't be alarmed if you start to notice a bit more hair on your brush as your body adjusts to the changing seasons.
Autumn Hair Care Tips:
- Tackle hair shedding: Seasonal hair shedding is common in the fall. To minimize breakage, avoid tight hairstyles, and try your best to eat a balanced diet rich in healthy hair vitamins. Our 'Hair Therapy' Healthy Hair Vitamins will help you get the nutrients you need to assist hair growth and shine.
- Layer on moisture: As temperatures drop, moisture loss can become a concern. Make sure you’re using nourishing hair oils or leave-in conditioners to keep your hair soft and hydrated.
- Trim your hair: Fall is the perfect time for a trim to remove any dead ends that may have accumulated over the summer months. A fresh trim will keep your hair healthy and help maintain its shape as it grows.
- Switch to a heavier shampoo: As the air becomes drier, you may need to switch to a richer, more moisturising shampoo to keep your hair hydrated.
Seasonal Hair Care Advice
Seasonal hair care is all about adapting to what your hair needs in each season. With the right adjustments, your hair can stay healthy, strong, and gorgeous all year round. From shielding your ‘crown' from winter’s chill to protecting it from the summer heat - hydration, protection, and the perfect products are the key to retaining your look.
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