When the hot weather arrives, your hair is always first to feel the effects.
Public enemy number one? Humidity. Whether you have straight, wavy, curly or coily lengths, there will undoubtedly be a dubious layer of frizz and flyaways to contrast the beautiful British sun, and it's a result of excess moisture in the air. Think of your hair like a sponge: A dry sponge will soak up water and expand, while a wet sponge has no room for water, and therefore maintains its shape. In other words, hydrated hair = happy hair.
Next up: Fluffy ends. A combination of prolonged sun exposure and heated tools will cause splitting and straw-like dryness, and that's before we've touched on colour fade (thanks again, UV rays) and lack of volume.
But all is not lost in this warm weather, and if you're still in pursuit of a polished 'do, then we've got you. Ahead, we've curated the very best products to see your hair through the summer.
Don't let the name put you off. From Aussie haircare brand Evo, this salt spray will give beachy texture to even poker-straight lengths. For best results, start with damp hair, spray all over and scrunch. For extra definition, place sections of your hair into a diffuser and blast on a low heat to add shape and to minimise flyaways.
Evo Salty Dog Salt Spray, £25.20, available at Evo
This spray from IGK boasts built-in UV protection and provitamin B5 to add instant, weightless nourishment. Simply veil over damp or dry hair to recreate a sleek, polished salon finish. PS. The packaging is seriously cute.
IGK Hair Laid Back De-Frizz & Anti-Static Spray, £25, available at Space NK
Designed to be compatible with all hair types, this leave-in cream harnesses an army of plant-based butters, like shea and mango, to nourish hair from the inside out. Added UV protection prevents colour fade and parched ends. Thick, wavy hair? Stockpile it.
Mr Smith Leave In, £38, available at Salon 64
This pretty pink conditioner is inspired by the beauty routines of Amazonian women who traditionally use oil from the rahua tree nut to maintain frizz-free, healthy hair. It's infused with organic mango and passionfruit for a tropical scent and a hydration boost. Our hair has never felt softer.
Rahua Hydration Conditioner, £34, available at Rahua
This is perfect for naturally curly hair and it smells like a tropical holiday. Shea butter is famous for its supremely hydrating properties, especially for type 4 hair. We recommend applying a generous amount to damp, shampooed hair and allowing it to penetrate for 30 minutes to an hour before rinsing off.
Cantu Shea Butter Deep Treatment Masque, £7.99, available at Boots
This Instagram-famous 5-in-1 mask is made with coconut, fig, argan and castor oil, and quenches parched, lifeless, sun-zapped strands in as little as 10 minutes. Use the handy brush to distribute the product evenly from root to tip.
Coco & Eve Super Nourishing Coconut & Fig Hair Masque, £34.95, available at Beauty Bay
2018's version of Sun-In, this spritz is packed with activated lemon and pineapple juice to lighten your hair while you frolic in the sunshine. The addition of hydrating coconut water ensures hair never feels dry.
OUAI Sun Of A Beach Ombre Spray, £20, available at Cult Beauty
Sun protection for your skin is a serious matter, but a lot of us don't realise that our hair needs an equal amount of TLC, too. This lightweight after-sun hair cream is highly concentrated with sea algae and proteins to repair and hydrate. Rinse off or use as a leave-in treatment for extra protection.
Sachajuan Hair After The Sun, £20, available at Cult Beauty
Mango and tangerine will transport you to a tropical paradise, while glycerin makes light work of brushing through knots and tangles. The same wonder ingredient also prevents moisture loss, so thirsty strands stay hydrated. Bye, breakage.
TIGI Bed Head Beach Freak Moisturising Detangler Spray, £9.75, available at Feel Unique
Aveda's SPF hair mist is the ultimate protection for hair exposed to the sun's rays. Spray it all over to shield against UVA and UVB for up to 16 hours. Even better? It's water resistant, so you can expect less frizz and more shine.
Aveda Sun Care Protective Hair Veil, £19.10, available at Feel Unique
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