Ever noticed how your hair seems to have a mind of its own
with each changing season? One day it's silky smooth, and the next it's a
frizzy disaster or limp and lifeless. Just as our closets change with the
weather, so should our hair care routine.
Now that winter is finally out, it's time to bring in the
sunshine of spring and the increasing heat of summer. While we gladly switch
heavy sweaters for flowy dresses, hair care also deserves a bit of a seasonal
change. The swap from cold, dry air to hot, humid weather can drive our hair
mad—frizz, dryness, or an oily scalp, for that matter. Fear not! With the
proper products and some minor adjustments, you can maintain your locks
healthy, glossy, and joyful throughout the transition from season to season.
Why Your Hair Needs a Seasonal Switch
Dry winter air, plus indoor heat drying out your scalp and
hair. Consequently, your locks may have felt crunchy and brittle with a high
susceptibility to breakage. But when spring and summer come around, the sun,
humidity, and pollution bring with them a whole new world of problems. Your
hair can become greasier quickly, frizz can become your new BFF, and sweat can
cause scalp buildup. That's why tweaking your routine is necessary!
Step 1: Hydrate and Repair with the Right Conditioner
The key to preparing your hair for warmer weather is deep
hydration. Because winter can dry out your locks and leave them damaged, now is
the ideal time to give them a good dose of rich, repairing hair conditioner.
Try The Body Shop's Shea Intense Repair Conditioner—the
miracle worker to bring back dehydrated, brittle locks. Formulated with
Community Fair Trade shea butter, the conditioner gives your tresses an intensive
dose of moisturizing, keeping them soft, manageable, and ready for the hot
weather ahead. Apply a minimum of two times a week to maintain well-hydrated
and smooth locks.
If your hair gets oily during summer, change to a light one
such as their Moringa Shine & Protection Conditioner. This hair conditioner
is filled with moringa seed oil and, in addition to delivering moisture, gives
shine and shields hair from pollution.
Step 2: Bidding Adieu to Frizz with a Hair Serum
Humidity during spring and summer can rapidly make your
silky hair a matted mess. Your best bet to keep your hair smooth and shiny,
rain or shine, is a great hair serum.
The Body Shop’s Grapeseed Glossing Serum is a must-have.
It’s lightweight yet powerful, instantly taming frizz and adding a glossy shine
to your locks. The best part? It doesn’t leave any sticky residue, so your hair
looks naturally silky. Just apply a few drops to damp or dry hair before
heading out, and you’re all set.
Step 3: Scalp Care for Healthy Hair Growth
A healthy scalp is the secret of wonderful hair. In the
winter, your scalp may have gotten dry and scaly, but in hot seasons, it will
become oily at once from sweating and moisture. To keep it in check and
encourage hair growth, a hair growth serum is vital.
Try your hands on The Body Shop's Ginger Scalp Serum, a
non-oily, light formula that helps calm and rejuvenate the scalp. Containing
ginger essential oil, it is the best hair growth serum that can help rebalance
the scalp, counteracting itch and dryness as well as leading to healthy, strong
hair. Use a couple of drops applied directly to the scalp at bedtime and
massage well for optimal benefit.
Step 4: Protect Your Hair from the Sun
Just like your skin, your hair needs protection from the
sun’s harsh UV rays. Prolonged sun exposure can cause dryness, fading hair
color, and split ends. The easiest way to protect your locks? Cover them with a
hat or scarf when you’re out in the sun for long periods.
Another wonderful trick is to utilize products that give
your hair protection and nourishment, such as The Body Shop's Moringa Shine
& Protection Conditioner. It protects your hair from environmental damage
while keeping it smooth and shiny.
Step 5: Modify Your Washing Routine
In cold weather, perhaps you washed your hair less in order
not to dry it out. As summer arrives, your scalp could begin to oil more, and
it will require daily washes. The secret to success lies somewhere in the
middle—frequent washing will leave natural oils gone, and washing infrequently
leads to buildups.
If you have oily hair, attempt to wash it every other day
using a mild, balancing shampoo and conditioner. If your hair is dry, hold out
for washing two or three times a week and emphasize deep conditioning
treatments.
Step 6: Regular Trims for Fresh Ends
Heat, sun, and humidity can lead to split ends and breakage.
Regular trims every 6-8 weeks keep your hair looking healthy and prevent damage
from traveling up the strands. Even if you’re growing your hair out, a slight
trim will maintain its shape and prevent rough, dry ends.
Step 7: Keep Your Hair Hydrated Inside Out
Hair care is not all about what you apply to your
strands—it's also about what you ingest into your body. Drinking lots of water
keeps your hair healthy and hydrated. A well-balanced diet full of vitamins and
good fats (think avocados, nuts, and greens) will also keep your hair fabulous.
Conclusion
With the change of seasons, so should your hair care.
Adapting to warmer temperatures is about hydration, scalp health, frizz
management, and UV protection. The Body Shop offers an excellent line of
products that will help you transition with ease so your hair is healthy,
shiny, and easy to manage all year round.
By making gradual adjustments—adopting light hair
conditioners, a protective hair serum, and scalp balancing—you are able to
appreciate smooth, frizz-free, and resilient locks, regardless of how warm the
weather is. So go out, step under the sun fearlessly, and let your tresses
radiate this summer!
