Reading Hair Salon | Summer Hair Care Tips

Why Chlorine and Salt Water Cause Damage

Chlorine, commonly used to keep pools clean, can strip the natural oils from your hair. This often leads to dryness, breakage, and even color fading. Meanwhile, salt water pulls moisture from your strands, leaving them rough, tangled, and vulnerable to frizz and split ends.

Add strong summer sun into the mix, and your hair becomes even more sensitive to these drying elements. Fortunately, there are ways to minimize the damage with a few smart habits and the right products.

How to Protect Your Hair Before and After Swimming

Before diving in, rinse your hair with fresh water to help it absorb less chlorine or salt. Applying a leave-in conditioner or lightweight oil beforehand can act as a protective barrier. Wearing a swim cap or keeping your hair up can also reduce exposure.

After swimming, give your hair a good rinse with clean water, then follow up with a gentle shampoo and a moisturizing conditioner. This helps remove lingering chlorine or salt and restores hydration.

Repairing and Restoring Healthy Hair

If your hair is feeling dry or dull, professional treatments can make a big difference. Our salon offers deep-conditioning services and restorative masks designed to nourish and smooth damaged hair. For color-treated hair, a gloss or toner can refresh your shade and bring back shine lost to summer elements.

Regular trims can also help keep ends healthy and prevent further breakage, especially during the warmer months.

At our salon, we’re passionate about helping you maintain strong, beautiful hair no matter the season. Need a refresh? Book your summer hair appointment with us today and get personalized care tailored to your hair’s needs.

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