Just like on the skin, the sun can have harmful effects on your hair and your hair fiber: Weakening of the hair fiber, loss of hydration in the heart of the hair, appearance of unwanted highlights, or a degradation of your color/balayage and other harmful effects. This is why you must learn to protect your hair when the good weather arrives and use the right products.
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How do UV rays and the sun affect our hair?
The sun emits several types of radiation, including ultraviolet (UV), which is divided into three categories: UVA, UVB, and UVC. UVA and UVB are the ones that mainly affect our hair.
UV rays can have several harmful effects on hair:
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Fading and Color Fading : UV rays can break down the melanin in hair, which can lead to fading and lightening of hair color.
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Dryness and brittleness : Prolonged exposure to UV rays can also dry out hair by stripping it of its natural moisture, making it more brittle and prone to split ends.
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Damage to hair structure : UV rays can damage the protein structure of hair, particularly keratin, which can lead to loss of strength and flexibility.
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Effects on the scalp : Excessive exposure to UV can also irritate the scalp, sometimes leading to problems such as itching, burning or sunburn.
You must therefore protect your hair and scalp from prolonged exposure to the sun, adopt accessories such as caps or hats and finally include products containing UV filters in your routine.
What products should you use to combat UV rays?
There are different types of products suitable for protecting your hair from UV and sun such as sprays. Some shampoos also contain sun protection.
1. UV protective hair sprays : These products are generally lightweight (recommended for fine hair) and can be sprayed on the hair before sun exposure. They form a protective barrier that helps reduce UV damage. You will find the sun care spray from Alter Ego or the Tokio IE Inkarami mist enriched with keratin or the All In One Milk spray from Davines which also provides a detangling action and anti-frizz protection.
2. Hair oils enriched with UV filters : Hair oils containing UV filters offer a double action by moisturizing the hair while protecting it from the harmful rays of the sun. This is the case of the UV protection dry oil from Alter Ego or the Tokio Inkarami oil enriched with keratin, our best-seller!
3. UV Shampoos and Conditioners : Some shampoos and conditioners are formulated to protect hair from UV rays while cleansing and moisturizing. This is the case with Tokio Inkarami Platinum shampoo. In addition to being enriched with keratin and providing significant hydration to your hair fiber, it has UV protection that will act as a mirror against them.
You will definitely find a product that matches your hair type!
What should I do if my hair is too damaged by the sun and UV rays?
Only one thing to do... run to your hairdresser for a deep treatment!
The advantage of deep care performed by a professional compared to your daily routine is that it will penetrate deeper into the hair fiber and have a long-lasting action. But ideally, you should still protect your hair even if your appointment is already booked for your return from vacation. Because the hair fiber once damaged is difficult to repair.
