Not only do the sun's harmful rays damage your skin, but they also do extreme destruction to your hair as well. However, protecting your hair from heat and UV rays requires relatively little effort and the reward is well worth it. Relieve your mane from split ends, frizz and breakage caused by the sun.
Step 1
Wet your hair and spritz on a leave-in conditioner before hitting the beach or pool. Look for products that contain an SPF (sun-protection factor). This will coat the shaft of the hair with a protective layer armed to combat the drying power of the sun.
Step 2
Apply sunscreen. You can apply a sunscreen all over the hair with a spray bottle you can purchase at a drug store. Add a little water to give it a more liquid consistency, and spray from your scalp down your hair. Apply sunscreen to any exposed areas of your scalp. If your hair is parted, rub a little sunscreen down the middle of the exposed skin. This will save you from a painful sunburn.
Step 3
Wear a hat. If possible, try to keep your head covered. While this may not be an option when swimming, when you are on the beach or just laying out by the pool, wear a baseball cap or straw hat. Not only is it stylish, but you will protect your hair and your face from further sun damage.
Step 4
Look for products with SPF. While you may only think about protecting your head when heading out for some sunbathing, your hair is constantly exposed to the sun, especially if you live in a sunny climate. Read labels and look for styling products that contain sun-combatting ingredients. Hair-care products are not allowed to have SPF numbers like sunscreens do, as they do not provide significant protection from the sun. So do try to wear a hat if possible. Also, avoid products that contain alcohol and large amounts of hairspray, which will dry your hair.
Tips and Warnings
- Avoid hair care products with alcohol. Cover your head as often as possible when out in the sun. Use a hat, bandanna or an umbrella.
- Extended periods of exposure to UV rays is dangerous.
Things You'll Need
- Leave-in conditioner
- Hat
- Sunscreen
