How to Protect Your Hair from Sun Damage

The summer months are for enjoying the warm weather and spending time outside. Whether you’re traveling, hiking, camping, or lying by the pool, UV protection is essential for your skin AND hair. Sun damage can cause dry hair, discoloration, broken or split ends, thinning, and frizziness.

Shield your strands from harmful UV rays with these summer beauty essentials for the hair and scalp.

 

Scalp & Hair Sunscreen by COOLA

Meet your beach bag’s newest beauty essential. This SPF 30 sunscreen protects your scalp and hair from the sun’s UV rays. Keep your scalp sunburn-free while protecting your hair against UV-related color fade. The sunscreen is a lightweight, non-greasy mist made with gotu kola extract and monoi oil to support skin and hair health.

Sun Care Hair and Body Cleanser by Aveda

Next time you take a dip in a chlorine-laced pool or the salty ocean, wash your hair with shampoo for sun-damaged hair. This color-safe formula is excellent for all hair types and gently removes chlorine, salt, and product residue from the hair. Tamanu oil, organic coconut oil, green tea, and vitamin E help maintain moisture balance.

After-Sun Hair Mask by Oway USA

The key ingredients in the mask are passion fruit and organic baobab oil to repair and nourish your hair after a day in the sun. Use it for 5 minutes in the shower to help restore shine and reverse sun damage.

Soleil Huile Sirene Hair Oil Mist by Kérastase

Unleash your best summer hair with this sprayable oil that helps absorb UV rays. The entire Kérastase Soleil collection protects against summertime offenders like sun damage, chlorine, and saltwater. This stand-out hair oil is made with coconut water and vitamin E, providing antioxidant-packed moisture with zero crunch.

Protect & Prevent Spray by Moroccanoil

Created to work with all hair types, use the daily Protect & Prevent Spray to combat environmental stressors that cause color degradation and damage like UV rays, pollution, and thermal damage.

Pret-a-Powder Tres Invisible Dry Shampoo by Bumble & Bumble

We love a multi-purpose beauty essential. This dry shampoo refreshes oily roots without residue, and it’s enriched with UV filters for everyday sun protection. We recommend tossing the mini travel-size version in your suitcase if you’re traveling this summer!

 

Tip: Wear a hat or scarf to shield your hair from the sun and avoid heat-styling tools during the summer months for even healthier hair.

 

Don’t Forget Your Lashes & Brows

Whether you’re rocking a no-makeup makeup vibe this summer or going full glam for a music festival or concert, lush lashes and brows will always boost your look. The key to longer-looking lashes and full brows is consistency. Commit to the habit of using lash and brow serums for the best results. After cleansing, use The Best Sellers Set once daily before bed.