I. Introduction
Summer is approaching and I am sure you all might have already made plan for your summer vacations. Beaches, poolside and soaking up all the sun is what summer is about. But what about our curls? How to care for curls in summer?
Curls are beautiful by tackling them is a very big task. They are very fragile and gets affected by slightest change very soon. Summer season is a big challenge for all the curly haired people. You wish to keep your hair open, but due to humidity, curls have become frizzy. Tying the curls up, makes the scalp sweaty and itchy.
Summer and curls have to go hand in hand, so in this blog we have covered some basic tips and tricks on how to care for your curls while enjoying the summer season.
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II. Common Challenges Faced by Curly Hair in Summer
Let’s first understand what are the major challenges faced by curls in summer-
- Humidity- If you think that more moisture in the air is good for the hair, you are wrong. The more moisture in the air, the frizzier they will be. This is the reason that in summer due to high humidity, you feel that your curls have grown to 2x size.
Now, humidity has different effect on different types of hair-
For Low Porosity Hair, humidity will weigh your hair down.
When High Porosity Hair, absorbs moisture from the air. It lifts the hair cuticles and make it frizzier.
- Heat- The extreme heat and hot weather in summer, causes sweat in the scalp which leads to clogging of pores and scalp irritation.
- Harmful UV Rays- It is very necessary to protect your hair from harmful UV rays. UV rays tend to destroy the hair cuticles and make hair weak. Over and continuous exposure to UV rays can cause following problems in hair-
Frizz
Dryness
Split ends
Faded Colors
- Frizz- High humidity during summer can cause hair cuticles to swell, making hair frizzy.
- Scalp Irritation- Sweating and heat can lead to scalp irritation, giving birth to hair conditions like dandruff and itchiness.
III. Essential Summer Hair Care Tips for Curls
After understanding the problems faced by curls during summer time, let’s see what is the solution for it. Some of the essential summer hair care tips-
1. Hydration-
It is very necessary to keep your hair well hydrated and moisturized. Curls tend to get dry during summer heat. So, choose the shampoo and conditioner with hydrating ingredients like shea butter, glycerine, and coconut oil to retain the moisture in the hair.
2. Leave-in Conditioner-
Leave-in conditioner works like a savior for curls. It provides an extra layer of protection to curls and make them soft and smooth. Applying leave-in conditioner helps to manage the frizz in hair and make curls defined.
3. Limit Heat Styling-
It is necessary that you avoid the usage of heating tools as much as you can. Heating tools will dry out your curls early in the summer season. Try air-drying method to dry out your curls.
4. Deep Conditioning-
Deep conditioning treatment. Once in a week, pamper your curls with deep conditioning treatment to nourish and replenish the moisture in the curls again. You can either use DIY hair mask or in-store hair masks.
5. Regular Trims-
Scheduling hair trimming every 8-9 weeks, helps to keep curls defined and fresh. It reduces the chances of split ends and give curls a vibrant look.
6. Avoid Heavy Products-
Summer is for light. Light clothes and even light hair care products. Using lightweight hair products like gel and serum does not weigh down the curls and provides them with hydration and moisturization.
Summer Curly Hair Care Routine
Each season calls for different hair care routine. So, now let’s see hair care routine for summer season-
a. Pre-Shampoo Treatment-
Pre shampoo treatment means giving your hair treatment before actually applying shampoo. This process helps to detangle hair and makes it soft and smooth.
- This treatment involves oiling your curls with oils like Argan oil, Coconut oil etc.
- You can also provide some steam to your hair. To soften the hair cuticles and making the pores open. Steam helps in better absorption of hair oil.
b. Shampoo and Conditioner-
I believe for summer, you should use shampoo with both hydrating and calming ingredients like aloe vera. It helps to cleanse the scalp and make the curls soft and smooth.
Conditioner should always be applied on hair and not on scalp.
Keep it for at least 2 minutes. Wash it off with cold water to seal the hair cuticles.
c. Leave-in Conditioner–
Leave-in conditioner is another mandatory hair care product which you should not miss. It not only smoothens the curls but also protect it from external environment.
d. Air-dry-
Avoid using hair dry as much as you can in all the seasons. But summer season, since the weather is already hot, you can let your curls dry naturally.
How to care for curls in Summer- DIY Home Remedies
1. Aloe vera mask-
Aloe vera is the best hair mask to use in summer season. It not only offers hydration and nourishment to hair, but also keep the scalp cool and curls soft.
Hair Mask:
- Take one aloe vera leaf.
- Extract the fresh gel out of it.
- Grind the gel to make it smooth.
- Add 1 tbsp. of coconut oil in the gel.
- Mix the ingredients properly
- Apply the hair mask on your strands
- Keep the mask for one hour
- Wash it off with lukewarm water.
2. Coconut oil Mask-
Coconut oil has soothing and calming property. It helps to moisturize the curls and also nourishes them.
How to make:
- Take some coconut oil
- Keep it in pan to boil.
- Add some curry leaves in it.
- Let the curry leaves boil for 2-3 minutes.
- Let the oil cool down.
- Apply the oil on your hair strands.
3. Curd and Honey Hair Mask-
Summer calls for calming hair mask and what best then applying curd on your hair strands. Curd or yogurt is rich in lactic acid, it helps to moisturize the curls and make it soft and smooth. Protein found in yogurt helps to strengthen the hair roots.
Hair Mask:
- Take 1 cup of yogurt
- Add ½ tbsp. of honey in it
- You can also add olive oil in it.
- Mix the ingredients properly
- Apply it on your hair strands
- Keep it for 45 minutes.
- Wash it off with lukewarm water.
4. Banana Hair Mask-
I just love the way banana tastes, but do you know banana is also very beneficial for our curls. It rules out the frizz in the curls and makes it soft and smooth. The potassium in the banana have high moisture content which softens the dry hair.
Hair Mask:
- Take one ripe banana
- Mash it, so that no lumps are left.
- Add 1 tbsp. of curd in it.
- Mix the ingredients properly.
- Apply the banana mask on your hair strands
- Let the mask stay for 30-45 minutes
- Wash it off with lukewarm water.
5. Beer for Curly Hair-
Beer is a drink for party, but it also helps to give you perfect curls for party. But just be sure that beer is non-alcoholic, one which contains alcohol can dry your hair.
The two main ingredients in the beer are- Malts and Hops, and they both help to provide protein to hair.
How to use:
- Shampoo your hair as usual.
- Now, take the non-alcoholic beer
- Pour the beer slowly on your hair strands.
- Make sure each strand is covered.
- Keep it for 5 minutes.
- Wash it off with cold water.
6. Avocado Curly Hair Mask-
Avocado is a very effective fruit when it comes to home remedies. This super nutrient rich fruit has the ability to make your curls soft, smooth and defined. Vitamin E in the Avocado makes hair strong and also maintain the hair cuticles.
Hair Mask:
- Take one Avocado and scoop it out
- Mash the Avocados until it is smooth
- Add 1 tbsp. of yogurt.
- Mix the ingredients properly.
- Apply the paste on your hair.
- Let it stay for 30-45 minutes
- Rinse it off with water and then shampoo.
Summer Styling Tips for Curls
Summer is the season when curls need outmost care and for the obvious reasons as the sweat and humidity affects the curls and make them dry and rough. So, let’s see some ways how we can style our curls in summer.
a. Space Buns-
This hairstyle looks amazing. You can try this hairstyle for any summer occasion. It not only keeps your hair away from your neck but also give you a stylish look.
b. Loose Bun-
Tying your hair in loose bun is one of the easy and most comfortable hairstyle for every curly haired person. It gives your curls chance to breathe and also keep them away from sweat.
c. French Braid-
You must have seen this hairstyle to be in trend from years, but believe me it still is in trend and gives the same new feeling.
d. Hat style-
Well, this hairstyle not only gives you a stylish look but also protect your curls from harmful UV rays. You can even wear different style of hat.
Ways to keep your Curls fresh in Summer
Some of the tips and tricks to follow to keep your curls good in summer are-
- Avoid frequent washing of hair. This dries out the curls
- Protect your curls from harmful UV rays.
- Use products which cool down your scalp and avoid sweat
- Try using co-wash, instead of shampoo
- Accessorize your hair with amazing clips
- Use hair mask once a week to keep your curls nourished
- Take cold showers
VII. Conclusion
Summer is a beautiful month to hit beaches and soak up all the sun. But parallel our curls require much care and attention in summer. So, above are the tips and tricks on how to care for your curls in summer. The main thing to remember is to have a good hair care routine.
Pamper your curls by using DIY hair mask, and keep your curls fresh by getting them trim regularly. All your curls require for summer is good hydration and to be protected from sweat and UV rays.
Follow the above tips, to get amazing curls even in summer.
How do you take care of curls in summer?
VIII. FAQ
1. Which hairstyle is good for curls in summer?
You can try any hairstyle, which give your curls a space to breathe and keep them away from sweat. Hairstyles like- loose buns, braids and twists helps to make your curls stylish and also keep them away from sweat.
2. Is Rice Water good for curls in summer?
Yes, rice water is good for all types of hair. It helps to shine and enhance the curls by reducing the frizz. Rice water helps to repair the damaged hair and adds volume.
