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HOW TO CARE FOR YOUR HAIR ALL YEAR LONG By Kerry-Ann Scrase
Just as you change your clothing and even your diet depending on the season, so should you change your hair care. Your hair's needs, condition and behaviour changes depending on the general weather conditions. Understanding the needs of your hair and tweaking your hair care routine will ensure that your hair remains your crowning glory all year long. SUMMERTIME Who does not love a bit of summer sun? It rejuvenates the body and the soul, however just as your skin is vulnerable to damage from the sun's harsh rays, so is your hair. That healthy sun-streaked look is great, but it can also leave your hair frazzled, frizzy and fried. Combine this with wind, salt and chlorine and the results can be disastrous. The sun weakens the hair's protein structures, dehydrates it, and reduces elasticity so that it breaks more easily. A hat is the best protection for your hair, but it may not always be practical to wear a hat.
A pre-shampoo treatment should be used to restore moisture and condition to your hair. AUTUMN CARE Autumn is the season to pamper and care for your hair. After a summer of sun, sea, pool and outdoor fun you will probably find your hair is dry, dull and split. The first step is to trim off the split ends and then remoisturise replacing all the precious moisture lost during summer in order to restore the hair's elasticity, resilience and shine.
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Look out for products that contain sunscreen there are effective hairsprays, leave-in conditioners and treatment products that contain sunscreen. Chlorine and salt water can ravage your hair. You should use a water-resistant treatment to prevent damage. You can make your own by adding high protection suntan oil to a thick conditioner and combing this through your hair. Pop in a bun, plait or slick your hair back. Simply shampoo and condition after use. Don't forget to also protect your scalp especially along partings which are exposed to the sun.
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