If you’re someone who spends a lot of time in the sun once the weather turns warm, you may find yourself contending with unexpected changes to your otherwise familiar hair care routines. Perhaps your normal conditioner doesn’t seem to be doing the job anymore, or you’re suddenly dealing with static despite high Rochester, MN humidity. If the rest of your routine hasn’t changed, it’s entirely possible that the culprit is the sun! Never fear, at MenSalon we can help you combat sun damage to your hair and even help you diagnose your other seasonal hair struggles.
General Damage
Frizziness, brittleness, and new breakage can all be symptoms of sun damage to hair. This kind of damage probably won’t kick in after just a few minutes of running around outside, but once it starts, it’s not unusual for sun damage to compound. Without treatment or prevention, your hair may not bounce back even long after the sunny seasons have ended.
Scalp Burns
Regardless of the health of your actual hair strands, your scalp can also take a real beating in the hotter months. If you find your scalp getting burned regularly, it can contribute to discomfort, flaking, and, in severe cases, hair loss. If you have naturally thin hair or tend to have a prominent part that exposes your scalp, it’s a good idea to plan on additional preventative measures such as sunscreen or a hat.
Sun Damage to Hair Color
One of the subtler forms of damage is sun bleaching or hair color-related damage. The sun can actually change the color of your dye job, or in some cases can cause even natural colors to lighten or change with repeated exposure. If you want to keep your dye or natural sheen safe, don’t forget to consider the potential impacts of sun damage during your hair care routines.
Hair care isn’t always about applying the right product after the fact; damage prevention is important to consider as well. If you’re planning to spend a lot of time in the sun, consider adding sun gear to your wardrobe or experimenting with protective hairstyles.
If you’re struggling with hair care or seasonal sun damage in general, MenSalon can help. Rochester, MN area men looking for year-round hair care and sun damage support can contact us at (507) 288-1836, book an appointment online, or visit our website to make a restorative hair appointment.