Your hair and beard face more challenges in summer, expert reveals how to protect them
With days getting sunnier and the holiday season approaching, protecting your hair becomes more important than ever. Rising sun exposure, humidity and heavily salted seawater can cause unexpected damage.
A hair and beard specialist from Sylvan Barbershop has revealed the most essential tips for protecting hair and beard during the summer. In summer months, hair and beard require special attention – with sun, high temperature and humidity becoming a potential threat.
Use light shampoo and wash less frequently
The key to success is a light and natural treatment, the expert pointed out. It’s worth considering a very light cleaning shampoo, something to help control excess sweat and sebum, but not making skin too dry while exposed to the sun.
After choosing a good quality shampoo, make sure not to wash your hair too frequently. It’s important not to strip your hair of its natural protection – oils. The expert emphasises that even the best and lightest shampoos, when overused, can leave your hair and beard too dry and prone to sun damage. It’s worth noting that in summer months, sun and salt water naturally dehydrate your hair structures. Good advice is to reduce the frequency of shampoo washing and rinse your hair with fresh water instead. It’s a great idea if you want to refresh your hair and beard without stripping them of their natural protective oils. For beard maintenance, great alternatives are hydration oils – they soften hair structures and protect them from damage.
Avoid using heavy styling products
When it comes to styling your hair and beard, it’s essential not to use products that are too heavy. In the summer months, less is more. On sunny days, light styling pastes and creams should be the first choice, allowing hair’s natural movement and keeping you comfortable in hot conditions. Regular treatment and light cosmetics, instead of applying heavy products, are key to a good holiday look.
Wearing a hat can be tricky
Although it’s important to protect the scalp from the sun and harmful UV exposure, it can create an unexpected threat to your hair. Wearing a hat in high temperatures can lead to excessive sweating, which creates a humid environment for bacteria to develop. A good habit is taking off your hat as often as possible, for example, when in the shade. It’s crucial to allow your skin to breathe. Taking off your hat whenever possible dries out the sweat and protects hair structures from breaking.
Hair and beard specialist, Jola from Sylvan Barbershop said:
“The biggest mistake men make in summer is to focus solely on protecting their skin. It’s common to forget that their hair and beard are also exposed to factors which can damage them. The biggest mistake you can make is overcompensating with heavy products or excessive washing, which can strip away the natural oils. A simple routine focused on gentle cleansing and hydration that allows your scalp and beard to breathe will make a huge difference. You should also try to take off your hat as often as possible.”