It’s summertime and the living is easy! At least that’s how the song goes… And while there are many great things to love about summer, there are some negatives like the fact that it can wreak havoc on our hair. Hot weather and exposure to the sun’s UV rays actually damage the hair’s cuticle – the outermost layer of the hair. That’s right - the same sun that burns and damages our skin can also scorch our hair. Saltwater and chlorine also take a toll on our hair, leading to even more damage.
When the cuticle is damaged, it becomes rough and dry and swells up to attract humidity which causes frizzy hair. Frizzy hair can be dry and unmanageable (and large!) It also tends to break more easily. Plus, excess moisture and sweat can also cause hair to fall flat and lose volume during the summer while color-treated hair becomes faded, bleached and brassy. But there are some tips and tricks that you can do to keep your hair healthy and fabulous this summer.
First, stay hydrated. Not only is it good for your skin, but it’s also great at providing hydration for your hair. Add a hair care product with UV filters to your beauty routine – not only do they protect from sun damage but they can help keep color-treated hair from fading. Switch to a moisturizing shampoo and conditioner for summer and consider a deep conditioning treatment for extra moisture and protection for the cuticle. Try to stay away from hot tools like blow dryers and flat irons. Even skipping them once or twice a week will help! And before you jump into the pool or the ocean, saturate your hair with clean water or a leave-in conditioner – that way, your hair won’t absorb as much saltwater or pool chemicals. It’s also a good idea to rinse your hair after your swim.
Another way to protect your hair during the summer is with Glotrition’s Super Beauty Elixir (SBE). That’s right – it’s not just for healthier, younger looking skin - it has amazing benefits for the hair as well! Glotrition’s patented Bioactive Collagen Peptide (BCP) has been clinically proven to not only help increase hair thickness but hair growth as well which may lead to stronger, thicker and bouncier hair. An independent 3rd party lab did an intensive clinical trial and determined that the oral intake of the same BCP found in SBE had a positive effect on hair thickness and increased the proliferation rate of human hair follicle cells (which lead to hair growth.)
Thicker hair not only looks healthier but increased hair thickness also leads to improved textural and physical properties of hair, making it stronger and more resistant to breakage. By adding Glotrition’s Super Beauty Elixir to your beauty wellness routine, not only are you providing amazing hydration and anti-aging benefits to your skin, but you’re also helping protect your hair from things like heat and sun damage by making it thicker and stronger. Summer doesn’t have to be the bad hair season - with Glotrition’s Super Beauty Elixir, every day can be a good hair day!