Yahoo Lifestyle How To Look After Your Hair In Summer
Prep like a pro: Thermal protectants are essential for any woman who uses heat-styling tools, and even more so when you factor in the blazing Australian sun. A two-in-one, like Bumble and bumble Bb Hairdresser's Invisible Oil (1), $49, can be used before your blow-dry or a trip to the beach.
Do a detox: Regular deep cleansing removes chlorine, product build-up and mineral deposits from hard water. Look for shampoos labelled "purifying", "chelating", "clarifying" or "detoxifying". Try O&M Original Detox Shampoo (2), $29.95, and use every two to four weeks, or weekly if you swim regularly (especially if you have blonde hair).
Conditioning is key: Sun, sand, salt water, chlorine and heat styling can all cause breakage, split ends and frizz. The antidote: smart hydration. Coat hair with a leave-in conditioner before hitting the beach (the sun's heat will intensify the conditioning) and add a treatment to your weekly regimen. TRESemme Platinum Strength Deep Conditioning Treatment (3), $10.99, is ideal for normal or thicker hair, while OGX Weightless Hydration Coconut Water Weightless Hydration Oil, $21.95, won't weigh down fine locks.
Don't fight the frizz: The last place you want to be on a summer's day is indoors blow-drying your hair into submission. Instead, embrace the humidity-induced "texture". Mist a texturising spray through hair - Toni & Guy Hair Meet Wardrobe Casual Rough Texturiser (4), $15.99, has an on-trend matt finish - and air-dry for that off-duty model vibe. Or use your fingers to loosely rake hair back into a low ponytail, braid or bun.
Express yourself: Of course, there are times when fashionable frizz just won't do, so minimise your hot-tool styling time with the Kerastase Discipline range, which promises to smooth hair while retaining movement and offers up to 72 hours of humidity protection. Pictured: Fluidissime (5), $46.
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