Summer Hair Tips
Whether you're soaking up the sun at the beach, spending weekends poolside, or just loving that summer glow-up, one thing is for sure—your hair needs some seasonal TLC. Lucky for you, we’ve got insider tips to help you make the most of the heat and humidity, without sacrificing healthy, beautiful hair.
1. Wash-and-Wear Hair is In
Summer is the perfect time to put down the hot tools and embrace your natural texture. Humidity may not always be our friend, but it can actually work with your hair if you know how to style it right.
✨ The secret? A great haircut + the right product.
A proper shape can make all the difference in how your hair air-dries. Make sure you're seeing a stylist who understands your texture and can tailor your cut and product recommendations accordingly.
Some of our go-to products for summer wash-and-wear styles:
Aveda Texture Tonic – Gives that effortless, piece-y texture without the crunch. We love it at the roots for lightweight volume that doesn't weigh hair down.
Aveda Miraculous Hair Oil – For shine that doesn't feel heavy. Great on wet or dry hair, and it works beautifully across all hair types.
Kérastase Curl Manifesto Refresh Spray – This one’s a game-changer for day 2 curls. It hydrates, fights frizz, and smells incredible
2. Pool Hair? Prep First.
If you’re a summer girl like me, you're always looking for a chance to jump in the pool. But chlorine and salt water are not your hair’s besties. The trick? Soak your hair with clean water before you swim.
Hair is porous—it absorbs what you give it. By saturating it first, you're minimizing how much chlorine or salt water it takes in.
Pro Tip:
If your hair turns green (yes, it’s a thing), we swear by Malibu C Swimmers treatments. They gently pull out buildup and restore softness without stripping the hair.
3. Sun, Salt & Shine: Kérastase Soleil to the Rescue
The Kérastase Soleil line is one of our absolute favourites for summer because it’s designed specifically to protect and nourish hair exposed to sun, salt, and pool water. It features UV filters that help prevent dryness, fading, and colour distortion caused by sun exposure—basically sunscreen for your strands.
☀️ Top Picks:
Bain Après-Soleil Shampoo – Gently cleanses while removing chlorine, salt, and sand residue.
Masque Après-Soleil – A luxurious post-sun treatment to deeply hydrate and smooth sun-drenched hair.
Huile Sirène – A summer must-have for soft, beachy texture and UV protection in one. Spray it on damp or dry hair for frizz control and a sun-kissed finish.
Your hair will smell like vacation and feel like silk—what more could you want?
4. Hair Extensions Need Summer Protection Too
Extensions are an investment, and summer is their most vulnerable season.
🚨 One major culprit for brassy or pink-toned extensions? Sunscreen.
Many common sunscreens contain avobenzone (butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane), which can react with minerals in water and the coating on your extensions, causing unwanted discolouration.
✔️ Stick to mineral-based sunscreens with zinc oxide or titanium dioxide instead—they’re safer for your hair and still offer great sun protection. We like this one by Sun Bum.
And don’t forget: Bring a towel to the lounge chair. You never know what the last person left behind, and sunscreen residue on a chair can transfer to your extensions in seconds.
Summer Can Be Easy-Breezy… with the Right Hair Game
With a few pro tips and the right products, you can soak up every bit of summer fun—without sacrificing your hair’s health or your style. Need help choosing products or want a haircut that makes air-drying a dream? Book a consultation—we’d love to set you up for your best summer hair yet.
