Warm weather, sunshine, pool days, and beach waves—summer is a dream… until your hair starts acting up. If you’ve ever noticed more frizz, dryness, or fading color during the warmer months, you’re not imagining things. Summer brings a whole set of challenges for your hair, but the good news is: they’re totally manageable with the right care.
Here are 7 of the most common summer hair concerns—and how to deal with each one so your hair stays healthy, strong, and beautiful all season long.
1. Frizz from Humidity
Humidity is the #1 culprit behind summer frizz. When your hair lacks moisture, it tries to absorb water from the air—causing the hair shaft to swell and frizz up. This is especially common with curly or wavy hair types.
Solution: Start with a moisture-rich routine. Use hydrating products like leave-in conditioners, lightweight oils, and frizz-fighting serums. Try wrapping your hair in a silk scarf or wearing a hat to keep moisture in and humidity out.
2. Dryness & Brittleness
Between sun exposure, salt water, and chlorine, summer can strip your hair of its natural oils—leaving it dry, dull, and prone to breakage.
Solution: Deep condition once a week with a nourishing treatment. After swimming, rinse your hair immediately with fresh water to remove chlorine or salt. And don’t forget to seal in moisture with a serum or oil, like our Nourish + Repair Serum.
3. Color Fade from UV Rays
Sunlight doesn’t just affect your skin—it can also fade your hair color, whether it’s natural or dyed. UV rays break down the pigment in your hair, leaving it brassy, washed out, or uneven.
Solution: Protect your color by wearing a wide-brimmed hat, using a UV-protectant spray, or opting for leave-in conditioners that offer sun defense. Consider switching to color-safe shampoos during the summer months.
4. Oily Scalp
Hotter temps and more sweating can lead to an oilier scalp, causing your roots to feel greasy and flat faster than usual.
Solution: Use a clarifying shampoo once a week to deep-clean your scalp, and avoid heavy products near the roots. A light dry shampoo can also help extend time between washes and absorb excess oil.
5. Chlorine & Salt Water Damage
Chlorine from pools and salt water from the ocean can both dehydrate your hair, roughen the cuticle, and lead to tangling, dryness, or breakage.
Solution: Before swimming, soak your hair with clean water and apply a leave-in conditioner or protective treatment to act as a barrier. Always rinse thoroughly after your swim, and follow with a nourishing mask or serum.
6. Heat Styling Overload
Blow drying, curling, and straightening—on top of sun exposure—can seriously weaken your hair. Add in beach parties and wedding season, and the heat damage starts to add up.
Solution: Give your hair a break! Embrace heatless hairstyles using soft scrunchies or claw clips, like our Back to Life Bundle. Let your hair air dry, or use the cool setting on your dryer. Always apply a heat protectant if you’re using hot tools.
7. Scalp Irritation or Sunburn
Your scalp is skin, too—and just like your shoulders or cheeks, it can burn or become irritated with too much sun. A dry, itchy, or flaky scalp can mess with your hair health.
Solution: Use a gentle, sulfate-free shampoo that focuses on scalp health. Look for soothing ingredients like tea tree, aloe vera, or chamomile. Wearing a hat and staying in the shade during peak hours also helps protect your scalp from sunburn.
Keep Your Hair Healthy All Summer Long
With the right tools and a little extra care, you can enjoy all the fun of summer without sacrificing your hair’s health. Stay consistent with your nourishing routine, and don’t forget to protect your strands from the elements.
Want extra support for your summer hair? Our Power Couple Bundle includes the Growth Complex for internal support and the Nourish + Repair Serum for topical care—together, they’re your seasonal hair heroes. ☀️
Here's to shiny, strong, summer-ready hair!
