Sun-kissed, not sun-stressed, summer vacay hair!

Sun, sea, sand… it sounds like bliss, but if you’re planning a holiday, don’t forget to factor in a hair care plan too. You may love the sun, but your hair most definitely won’t.

First things first…

Ensuring your hair looks beach-babe tousled, sun-kissed and effortlessly cool takes planning.

Start with a summer trim and professional conditioning treatment for healthy strong strands ready to fend off the onslaught of hot sunshine, salty sea water and chlorinated pools.

Avoid sun-stressed locks

Hair becomes weaker, drier and far more prone to breakage and split ends when it is exposed to the sun, because the sun’s rays can alter the structure of the hair.

Remember your scalp is an extension of your face, so be especially careful along your parting and where hair is thinning.

To help shield your hair from UV rays, look for leave-in conditioners, serums or sprays that offer sun protection.

After a day in the sun, rinse out salt, chlorine and sunscreen, then follow with a moisturizing conditioner or a deep conditioning treatment to help replenish moisture. Ask your stylist which conditioning treatment suits your hair.

Add much needed moisture by treating hair to an intensive, nourishing mask in the evening, such as a Redken Extreme Hair Mask or an Olaplex Treatment, to help restore moisture lost from exposure to UV rays, heat and pool chemicals. Ask your stylist to recommend the best one for your hair type.

Colored hair on vacay

Colored hair is especially vulnerable to sun, sea and chlorine.

The sun fades colored hair. And hair that isn’t colored may become lighter, but this is just another sign of sun damage and should be avoided.

Avoid the summer hair blues. Get organized and book your pre and post-vacation appointments now using the "Book" button at the top of the pages or call 402-423-3616. That’s one more thing crossed off your holiday list!

Minimize damage from chlorine and salt

Sea water and chlorine will dry out your hair (and hair extensions) and can irritate your scalp. They can also make your hair tangled and knotty.

Here are our top tips:

• Wet your hair with fresh water before a dip in the pool or ocean. This will mean your hair soaks up less salt or chlorine.

• If possible, always wash and condition your hair after swimming. At the very least, take a bottle of water with you so you can rinse it through. And always remember to re-apply your sun protection to your hair and skin after your dip.

• Always use a specifically formulated shampoo and conditioner to remove chlorine and hydrate stressed hair.

• Keep blondes looking beautiful and neutralize any green or ‘brassy’ tones caused by chlorinated pools with Redken Color Extend Blondage shampoo.

Give your hair a holiday

While you’re away, try to avoid heated styling tools if you can and allow your hair to dry naturally.

If you are using heated tools, always apply a thermal protector product, which helps reduce the harsh drying effects of styling tools and hairdryers.

Go shopping!

Continuing the vacation planning theme… get shopping!

• Covering up is the quickest and easiest way to protect your hair and scalp from the sun’s damaging and drying rays. Don’t wait until you’re on holiday to buy flattering hats, tropical scarves and glitzy hair accessories ready for those poolside Insta pics.

• Stock up on the right hair products before you go, and ask your stylist for recommendations.

Book your appointments today

Call now to book your summer and pre-vacation appointments or for advice on the right vacation products to keep your locks sun-kissed not sun-stressed 402-423-3616.

P.S. Have an amazing summer!