Sun-kissed but not sun-stressed: keeping your summer locks lush
What’s one of the most overlooked aspects of summer that rarely gets talked about? The impact of the season on hair. The sun has the potential to ravage the condition of hair, primarily through excessive sun exposure. The sun and high temperatures dry out the hair shaft which can make it brittle and frizzy. Add into the mix increased exposure to chlorine and salt water and the hair’s natural oils are further stripped away, terrible news for our curly friends.
But away from sun damaged hair, one of the joys of summer is the way hair naturally gains an incredible sun-kissed glow. And this is where the problems begin. How do you maintain hair health without sacrificing that gorgeous sun-kissed glow in your hair?
People tend to hesitate to book an appointment in a hair salon fearing they’ll lose their hard-earned summer highlights; however, there is a solution. The key to keeping that effortless, beachy look while ensuring your hair remains strong and healthy is the right balance of trims and hair colour solutions.
Why a trim is essential for healthy hair
Regular trims are vital for keeping your hair in top condition. After months of summer weather, humidity, saltwater, and chlorine, the ends are likely to be dry and prone to splitting. A small trim—just a centimetre or two—removes damaged ends preventing breakage from travelling up the hair shaft. This keeps your hair looking fuller, healthier, and shinier.
The best hairdressers in Christchurch always recommend a seasonal trim to keep hair manageable and healthy. If you’re worried about losing too much length, book a hair consultation at Friends and Co hair salon in Christchurch, our team are expert at delivering hairstyles that add dimension and texture while preserving much loved sun-kissed strands. For hair that needs a little extra TLC, a Wella delux treatment is ideal. Formulated to restore hair health and shine it gives your hair new life.
Colour solutions to enhance and maintain your summer look
If you love your summer hair colour but need a refresh, our colour specialists deploy subtle colour techniques to enhance and prolong that natural glow:
Balayage: a fantastic way to add dimension and maintain a soft, sun-kissed effect. This low-maintenance hand-painted technique blends lighter tones seamlessly, so you won’t have to worry about tell-tale harsh regrowth lines.
Glossing treatments: a clear or tinted gloss boosts shine and refreshes faded colour, which gives your hair a new lease of life without a full dye job.
Root smudging: when your roots grow in darker, a root smudge is a hair colouring technique that softens the transition, making your summer colour last longer. The root smudge is ideal for natural colour and for the grow-out phase to be less noticeable.
Book your post-summer hair refresh today
If you are in Christchurch looking for a colour update, visit Friends and Co city hair salon. Blending the latest hair techniques with time honed skills, our creative team provide the perfect hair refresh to keep your hair healthy and vibrant. Click here or call 03 371 9297 to book an appointment.
