Summer-Proof Your Hair
Summer-Proof Your Hair at Mirror Mirror Salon Bexleyheath
Summer is the season of sun and fun, but it also poses challenges for maintaining healthy hair. While we slather our skin with SPF galore, our hair often misses out on the TLC it deserves. Don’t worry, Morgan shares her sun-savvy tips for summer. At Mirror Mirror Bexleyheath we believe that our hair health and scalp health is a Number 1 priority in the sun.
Shield your hair from the sun: As the sun intensifies, so does its impact on our locks. UV rays damage the proteins in our hair leading to dryness, breakages and colour fading. It’s crucial to understand that like your skin, your hair needs protection from sun exposure.
Choosing the right hair products from Kevin Murphy: “Kick off your summer haircare by choosing shampoos and conditioners specifically designed for sun exposure” saysMorgan. “Start with EVERLASTING COLOUR.WASH for a gentle cleanse that preserves natural oils. Pair it with EVERLASTING COLOUR.RINSE to help quench and repair sun-stressed tresses.”
Rituals to rescue your hair: Apply a leave-in conditioner with SPF like EVERLASTING.COLOUR.LEAVE IN every morning. Treat your locks to a weekly deep conditioning mask like HYDRATE.ME to revitalise and repair.
Style smart, not hard: “Go easy on heated styling tools,” advises Morgan. Air drying is your BFF to prevent additional heat stress but not always possible or convenient.
When you must style, lower the temperature down a notch or two and always guard your hair with a thermal protectant –HEATED.DEFENCE or our BLOWDRY range is brilliant for all hair types.
When styling go for loose, protective styles like braids or updos to minimise sun exposure and prevent tangling.
Keep your hue true: Coloured hair fades fast under the sun. Shield your colour with a sun protector and don a hat for stylish protection. Walking the dog, shopping in an open-air market or enjoying an alfresco lunch will leave your colour faded and your hair damaged.
Blond tip: Combat brassy tones post-sunshine with a purple shampoo to help neutralise those yellow tones. Unsure which to choose? Ask your stylist for their advice – we love to help.
Safeguard your scalp: “The sun doesn’t spare your scalp leaving it sore and red just like the skin on the rest of your body, explains Morgan. She adds “Wear a hat if you can. If you have thinning hair or a receding hairline, apply sunscreen generously to exposed areas and along your parting line.”
Professional treatments for sun-damaged hair: Visit Mirror Mirror Salon in Bexleyheath for a personalised consultation. We offer a range of treatments from hydrating masks and to shine-enhancing glosses designed to revive and nourish your hair. And don’t forget, regular trims are essential to snip away split ends and encourage healthy growth.