Summer is definitely already upon us on the Gold Coast, so there is no better time to up your hair maintenance so that the summer heat doesn’t cause too much damage. Not too much time or money on your hands? Not to worry, this guide will aim at being as low maintenance as possible.
As professional hair stylists on the Gold Coast, we have quite a lot to say when it comes to summer hair maintenance. In this guide, we’ll give you some tips and tricks for looking after your hair during the warmer months.
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First Things First… Get a Trim
If you really want to look after your hair this summer, get a trim as soon as you can. During the warmer months and after exposure to elements, your hair is more likely to break and become the victim of split ends. Getting a trim at the start of summer will help prevent you from experiencing too much damage.
If you’re looking to get a professional trim this summer, consider our expert hair styling services on the Gold Coast.
If you want to experiment with a new hairstyle over the festive season, get it at the same time that you get your trim, as this will save you both time and money. If low maintenance is your priority, ensure that you speak to your hairdresser about the maintenance involved with the cut that you’re interested in.
Invest in Good Products
If there was ever a time to invest in salon-quality hair products, now would be it! Investing in quality products means that you care about the health of your hair. While salon-quality products may cost a bit more than you may be used to, you’ll save money in the long run as you won’t need as many in-salon treatments to care for your hair.
The type of products that you should invest in will depend on your hair length, type, texture, as well as your lifestyle and hair goals.
Investing in good products will make your hair healthier and far more manageable! Check out some of our high-quality hair products on our site.
Rinse Your Hair After You’ve Been Swimming
One of the biggest mistakes that people make when it comes to their hair maintenance regime is not rinsing their hair after they have been in the pool or the ocean. While you need not wash your hair after every swim, a rinse is definitely very important if you want to keep saltwater from drying out your hair or chlorine from damaging your hair. Ensure to rinse your hair thoroughly with fresh, clean water.
Look After Your Colour: Wear a Hat/ Swimming Cap
If you have chemically coloured hair, one of your biggest challenges is maintaining your hair colour and looking after it during the summer months. The sun is known to turn blonde hair brassy and can be quite difficult to prevent. But one way you can prevent this is by using colour protection products, wearing a wide-brimmed hat if you’re in the sun for long periods, and by using a swimming cap when you swim.
Try Out Cute, Low Maintenance Hairstyles
Summer is a great time to try out cute, new hairstyles. But we may not all have the time to create hair masterpieces before we leave the house.
One of the easiest ways to give yourself a bit of a new hair look is to buy a couple of new hair accessories. These needn’t be expensive and could include scrunchies, headbands, bandanas, hair rings, fun clips, and the list goes on! Accessories are so fun to play around with, and you have a wealth of inspiration available to you, thanks to apps like Instagram and Pinterest.
Plaits are always great for summer as they keep your hair out of your face and give you a gorgeous, wavy look once you take them out. Take some time to learn new plaiting and hairstyling techniques. It is really a fun way to express yourself!
Are you looking for an incredible hair stylist on the Gold Coast to give you your fresh new summer look? Mow Hair offers professional hair styling services on the Gold Coast and are highly talented when it comes to casual and professional hairstyles for men and women.