As summer comes to a close, many of us are looking at hair that’s been exposed to sun, salt water, chlorine, and humid air. All of that really affects our hair, making it dry, damaged and lacking life. But don't worry! You can get your hair back to its shiny, healthy self with a little extra effort and some good advice.

Get Rid of Split Ends with a Trim

To start bringing hair back to life, remove the damaged ends. Lots of sun and the weather in general can cause split ends and breakage. A haircut gets rid of the bad bits and encourages new, healthier hair to grow. At Herdis, your stylist will chat with you about how much length you want to lose, then do the cutting for you.

A Really Good Deep Conditioning

Deep conditioning is absolutely necessary for repairing hair after summer. You could have a custom FUSIO dose treatment at the salon from Kérastase. And take a Kérastase Masque (specially selected for you) home to use once a week, concentrating on the middle and ends of your hair. Leave it on for five minutes to allow the ingredients to get in and repair the damage.

Use a Shampoo Without Sulfates

Switch to a shampoo that doesn't contain sulfates, as these can remove your hair’s natural oils. Sulfates can be harsh and make dryness worse, particularly if your hair is already in poor condition. We suggest Redken’s Acidic Bonding Concentrate Shampoo. It's sulfate-free and includes Citric Acid and a powerful complex to rebuild the weakened areas of your hair, strengthening it.

Hydrate Your Body

Reviving hair isn't just about what you do to it, it’s also about what you put into your body. Drink plenty of water all day long to keep both you and your hair hydrated. Also, eat foods that are rich in Omega-3 fatty acids, vitamins (biotin and vitamin E are particularly good) and minerals – all of these help hair grow strong and healthy.

Choose Protective Hairstyles

Give your hair a rest from curling irons, straighteners and blow dryers and go for braids, buns, or twists. These styles protect your hair from more damage and give it a chance to recover and get longer. Be gentle when you put your hair up and use soft hair bands to avoid pulling on it.

Sun Protection for Hair

If you’ll be outside, wear a hat with a wide brim or use a hair product with UV protection, like Pureology’s Color Fanatic Multi-Tasking Leave-In Spray. Hair, like skin, needs protecting from the sun’s rays to prevent further damage and to keep your color from fading.

Oil Treatments

Add a weekly oil treatment to your routine. Coconut oil, argan oil and olive oil are all great for putting moisture back into your hair and making it healthier. L'Huile Original Hair Oil from Kérastase is another option, and just a few drops will improve how your hair looks and feels.

Don't Wash Too Often

It’s important to keep your hair clean, but washing it too much can remove its natural oils and make it even drier. Try to wash it every two or three days, or only when you need to, depending on your hair and what you've been doing.

Using these tips, you can wave goodbye to the problems summer causes for your hair and say hello to hair that’s been refreshed and looks wonderful. Remember that you need to be patient and look after your hair consistently to see a big difference in how healthy it is. Use these natural and gentle methods to get your hair back to being as gorgeous as it can be.