Ways to protect your hair from the summer sun, without a hat
Wearing hats is a great way to protect your hair from the sun. After all, they provide great coverage, especially the ones with wide brims and tight-woven fabrics.
But not everyone likes wearing hats, or wants to wear a hat. Sometimes you don’t want to cover an awesome hairstyle. Maybe you just don’t like the look of hats. Or maybe they feel constrictive or hot.
Whatever the reason, it doesn’t matter. Because you don’t need to wear one. There are other ways to protect your hair from a hot Vancouver summer sun. Here are some of the best alternatives according to our expert hair professionals in Kits.
Hatless ways to protect your hair from the summer sun
Headwraps. Other types of head coverings like scarves or kerchiefs might be more tolerable. They’re more lightweight and cooler and won’t put a dent into a hairstyle like a hat might.
Hairstyles. Some hairstyles provide a bit of self-protection by keeping hair together and minimizing surface exposure. Try braids, twists, ponytails and buns for a sleek and cool summer style.
Sunscreen. There are sunscreen sprays and powders formulated specifically for hair. They protect your hair and scalp from harmful UV rays without making your hair look oily.
Hydrate your hair. Keep your hair hydrated. This means regular conditioning mixed with a deep conditioning treatment from time to time.
Avoid the sun at the hottest time of day if you can. That’s when it's at its harshest and does the most damage.
Give your hair a break over the summer. Hot irons, blow dryers and colouring hair stresses your locks and does some damage. Ask your stylist for an easy-care hairstyle that won’t make it more vulnerable to the summer sun
Check out our popular hair product sales in Kitsilano for high-quality hair sunscreens and conditioners. Rush Salon is proud to use and sell hair products like R+Co, La Biosthétique, Oribe and more. Call us or stop by our store to see what we have in stock. Protect your hair and have a great summer!
Book an appointment for a cool summer hairstyle, conditioning treatment or any other hairstyling need. Rush Salon offers complete hairstyling services. 778-379-9505