Heatwave and damaged hair: the post-swim gesture that everyone skips destroys your lengths

The heatwave is hitting France hard right now, and your hair is suffering the consequences. Between UV rays, sea salt and pool chlorine, your hair has gone into survival mode. However, certain summer habits make the situation even worse.

Mistakes that damage your hair during the heatwave

Letting seawater or chlorine dry on your lengths destroys their protective barrier. Salt pumps out all the moisture. Chlorine strips your natural oils. The best thing to do is rinse with clean water after every swim.

With perspiration comes the temptation to shampoo too often. However, frequent washing with sulfate-laden products excites the scalp. It then regreases even faster. Two to three washes a week are sufficient.

Dyeing hair when the sun is at its hottest is a bad idea. The sun degrades pigments very quickly. So wait until the fall to change your hair color.

“Pinned-up buns and ultra-tight braids are torture for hair already weakened by the sun.”

Hot hairstyles and tools to avoid

The tension of tight hairstyles breaks the hair fiber. Instead, opt for loose hairstyles like loose braids or fabric scrunchies. Barrettes are also effective in limiting breakage.

Combining the heat of a heatwave with a 200°C straightening iron seriously damages the tips. If you must use heated tools, never exceed 160°C. Your lengths will thank you.

• Rinse hair with clear water after every swim
• Limit shampoos to two or three times a week
• Postpone coloring until after summer
• Go for loose, supple hairstyles
• Reduce the temperature of heating appliances

The ideal routine to protect your hair

Maximum hydration remains the key to healthy hair. Don’t skimp on nourishing conditioners with every wash. What’s more, a rich mask based on argan, coconut or panthenol oil once or twice a week makes all the difference.

Sun protection for hair works in the same way as for skin. That’s why you should use leave-in products with UV filters. These products effectively block harmful rays. And don’t forget the ultimate summer accessory: a hat.

Airflow-based tools better preserve the fiber. The Dyson Airwrap curls and volumizes without extreme heat. Dyson Airstrait straighten directly on wet hair. These options keep your blow-dry impeccable while protecting your lengths.

Simple gestures that make a difference

Drinking plenty of water also nourishes your hair from the inside out. Massage your scalp regularly to stimulate regrowth. These healthy habits are the perfect complement to your summer hair routine.

Trimming your ends before the heat of the year stops split ends in their tracks. It’s a preventive measure that can prevent damage in the long term. Your hair will stay healthier all summer long.

Adapting to hot weather

Unmanageable frizz and split ends are not inevitable. By simply adapting a few daily gestures, you can preserve the health of your hair. The key lies in prevention rather than repair.

Dull color affects many people in summer. UV rays burn the fiber and degrade both artificial and natural pigments. Appropriate protection considerably reduces this unpleasant phenomenon.

Acidic perspiration also assaults the scalp on a daily basis. And yet, a simple rinse with clear water at the end of the day goes a long way. This easy-to-adopt habit takes just a few minutes.

Your hair deserves as much attention as your skin during this heatwave. The right hair care reflexes protect your hair from multiple aggressions. With these tips, your hair will make it through the summer in tip-top shape.

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