ONBOARD Magazine summer 2019

Hair’s to
summer
Intense heat and UV
rays have the ability
to sap your strands
of moisture, shine,
movement and colour.
Treat your hair like
you treat your skin
this summer
TOP TIPS FOR
SUMMER HAIR
LAYER UP
If you are going for a swim in the
pool or ocean, apply a thin layer
of coconut oil or conditioner’in
your hair before jumping in’to
protect it. The silicones in the
conditioner will keep chlorine
and other chemicals away from
your hair.
AVOID SHAMPOOING
If your hair gets easily greasy
and sweaty and you feel the
need to shampoo every day,
choose a mild’shampoo. Focus
on cleansing the scalp and not
your hair.
Summer is in full swing, the sun is shining
and the advertising gurus swamp us with
a plethora of skin care products to protect us
from the harmful UVA and UVB rays. But, what
about those long flowing locks you ladies spend
so much money on?
Shouldn’t you be protecting your hair from the
harmful effects of the sun, heat, salt water and
humidity?
By now, you don’t need anyone to tell you about
the importance of sunscreen. Without it, you’re
susceptible to an increased risk of sunburn
(ouch), visible aging (no thank you), and skin
cancer (scary). But there’s still one area you
probably neglect: the top of your head. The skin
on your scalp is prone to sunburn just like the
rest of your body and should be treated with the
HOME REMEDIES
same degree of respect. Just because you’re
lucky enough to have a good head of hair, it
doesn’t necessarily mean you’re protected.
Not only does stepping out sans UV protection
leave you susceptible to burning and the
connected negative effects, but it can also
lead to hair loss, oxidation, and breakage. Your
hair could get dry and brittle and burning the
scalp can also cause damage to the follicle and
potential hair loss…boys.
Plus, that perfect shade you achieved at the
salon could look completely different after a day
in the sun. Colour-treated hair has a higher
chance of fading, as the colour molecules are
more delicate and sun exposure will cause them
to oxidize and fade.You pay enough to achieve
your desired colour so remember to protect it.
DEEP CONDITION
Prepare your hair for summer
by using an overnight hair
treatment. All you need to do
is apply a leave-in conditioner
from roots to ends and wrap a
towel around your hair – leave it
in overnight and wake up in the
morning with soft, smooth hair.
LOCK IN MOISTURE
Sun exposure, salt water and
sweat can pull moisture from
your strands, leaving them dry
and prone to breakage. To avoid
this, start with wearing a nice
wide brimmed hat. This will
help keep the sun’s rays off your
hair, thus protecting your hair
from dryness and preserving the
colour (with the added bonus of
protecting your skin!)
Try one of these home remedies to
nourish and protect your hair
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Bananas and olive oil nourish the hair
Eggs replenish the proteins lost due to
sun damage
Honey moisturises hair
Mayonnaise acts as a natural
conditioner
Beer and vinegar add shine and
bounce
Strawberries and aloe vera help repair
dry and damaged hair
Deep conditioning mask to bring back
moisture and shine
Ingredients
1 cup mayonnaise (room temperature)
½ cup olive oil
3 egg yolks
Method
Mix everything in a bowl and apply to
your hair, especially the ends
If you can, wrap your hair in a towel and
leave on for about 20 minutes
Rinse out using plain water
DRINK THE RIGHT STUFF
Water is your BFF. While you
may be doing all of the above to
protect your hair from the sun,
if you’re not drinking enough
water, you’re not going to achieve
anything. Your hair and your skin
will benefit immensely from the
amount of extra fluids. So opt for
cooling liquids and fresh fruits and
vegetables that will help keep your
hair healthy and hydrated.
102 | SUMMER 2019 | ONBOARD