Do you feel during the summer months your hair has the ability to control itself? Most people seek that perfectly straight look, only to have it undone the moment we go outside. Many of us thought it was just the way of life, summer means frizzy hair.
I’ve found it was simply a matter of time (and a ton of bad hair days) before learning a few techniques that will help keep hair looking straight and smooth in the heat. In this case, I no longer needed to give up on sleek styles or sacrifices during the summer. So, learn from my mistakes, so that your hair too, can look perfect at all times!
Summer Hair Struggles: Why Humidity is the Ultimate Hydrophobic Nemesis
People all over the world are aware of the hair problems that appear with summer season. One of the biggest problems hair faces in summer is frizzing and curling, while every stylist will tell you the most important factor is uncontrollable humidity in hot weather. The summer is hot and very humid. When the moisture laden air is hot, it is soaking everything in, leading to it causing the shaft of hair to absorb water, causing it to swell, frizz, and lose all of the smoothness it once had.
This section is what caught my surprise the most:
For the longest periods, I believed it was only my hair type that was unable to manage heat. I attempted everything from thick serums to hairsprays. But none worked. That’s when it hit me — the products I used weren’t the only issue; there was a much deeper underlying issue that stemmed from my routine.
Why Humidity Mechanically Damages Hair
The cuticle layer gets lifted and humidity makes it easier for moisture to seep in, thus causing hair to puff up. This is most true in porous hair types like curls or chemically damaged hair. To prevent this, you need products and methods to provide a barrier from moisture.
3 Steps to Ensuring Your Hair Stays Smooth And Sleek For A Long Time
In the case of keeping hair straight, preparation becomes a pivotal factor. Even if one of the steps mentioned below is ignored, then that sleek look becomes impossible to achieve.
Step 1: Wash and Condition the Hair Effectively
Start with a gentle, moisture-retaining shampoo without sulphates. Then, a keratin conditioner to smooth the hair cuticle shall aid. Additionally, deep conditioning masks that strengthen and hydrate can be done weekly.
