Do UV rays damage your hair?
When the sun shines, it means for many: off to the beach, lie in the sun, tan, and relax. But just as UV rays harm our skin cells in excessive amounts, they also do not leave our hair unaffected.
How you can prevent or repair damaged hair caused by rays and how you can save your hair color, you will learn in this article!
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What do UV rays do to my hair?
Our hair is exposed to various environmental influences every day, and UV radiation is one of the most aggressive factors.UV rays can damage the hair structure, break down the color pigments, and dry out the hair. Unlike our skin, which has a certain natural protection against UV rays thanks to the pigment melanin, our hair has no built-in protection Therefore, it is important to take special care of your hair in the summer and protect it from UV radiation.
UV rays can be just as harmful to your hair as they are to your skin. The rays can penetrate the outer layer of the hair, the cuticle, and lead to the destruction of the protein keratin, which is responsible for the strength and elasticity of your hair. This weakens the structure of the hair, making it brittle and fragile.
UV radiation can also be used for Change in pigmentation your hair. If you have blonde or otherwise colored hair, you may notice that it takes on a yellowish tone after prolonged sun exposure. Dark hair can lighten, while other colors lose their shine and the sun causes the color to fade.
So if you spend a lot of time in the sun during the summer, you should protect your hair from UV rays and care for it with the right products for your needs.
How to care for and protect your colored hair from UV rays
As you just read, the sun and UV rays do not have a particularly positive effect on your hair color. Depending on the hair color, the changes manifest differently.
Care and protection of blonde hair
For blonde dyed hair, theYellow tint a common issue. Unfortunately, the sun worsens this problem: UV rays and also chlorinated water contribute to its development.
What helps against it? Silver Shampoo! The care series developed by ESTEL especially for bleached hairPrima Blonde works complementarily against yellowing due to the contained purple pigments and thus creates a beautiful cool blonde tone. The series consists of the Prima Blonde Silver Shine Shampoo , the Prima Blonde Silver Shine Balm and the Prima Blonde Care Mask Apply the products as often as needed and watch your yellow tint disappear after the very first use!
So the next time your hair loses its beautiful blonde shade after a sunbathing session that's gone on too long, you can quickly counteract it!
Guide for differently colored dyed hair
If you have dyed your hair brown, red, or colorful, you won't notice any yellow tint caused by UV rays, but there will still be a change in color: dark hair lightens, and overall the original shine fades and the Intensity the color vanishesfaster.
Regular shampoos cause your hair color to fade even more with every wash, making your vibrant hair color disappear quickly. If UV rays are added to the mix, you'll soon lose the beauty of your hair color altogether.
For exactly this problem, ESTEL has developed the Otium Color Life care range: the nourishing ingredients provide the hair with Moisture and Nutrients and effectively preserve your hair color instead of washing it out. The color is intensified and the natural Gloss remains preserved. For the optimal protection of your hair color, you can first use the Otium Color Life Shine Shampoouse and then with theGloss Balm and the Color Life Shine Maskgive your hair an extra boost of color and care.
Tips for protecting your hair from the sun
Curative Care
If you've enjoyed the sun a little too long and your hair is no longer in top shape, it's probably due to the effects of UV rays. But don't worry, you can still do a lot for your hair afterwards!
1. Cut tips
Many dream of long hair and are reluctant to cut anything off again. But: If the ends look too brittle and dry from too much UV exposure and simply cannot be revitalized anymore, it often looks better to just trim them with a split-end haircut. Then you'll have a fresh mane again, and your hair will look healthier overall!
2. Rich Products
Of course, hair care products are the most important for healthy hair. A good start begins with the shampoo. Care routine to: Its effect is often underestimated, yet it is what prepares the hair for the subsequent care. The HC Luxury Collagen Shampoo contains important nutrients that nourish your hair, give it elasticity and shine, and optimally strengthen it with the included collagen.
AConditioner and a Leave-In Care are in the HC Luxury Collagen Line also included and together form an especially rich treatment that your hair needs after damage caused by UV rays.
In addition to collagen, there are other highly effective ingredients in hair care that can nourish sun-damaged hair after too much UV exposure and restore its shine: red algae extract and important mineralsin theMore Therapy Care Set , consisting of Shampoo and Conditioner , gently cleanses and creates shine and elasticity. In addition, the products contain a natural heat protection, which is of course optimal if you then go back out into the sun!
3. Hair Masks
Stressed hair often needs extra and rich care, which you can provide with a hair mask every few weeks. Did you know? ESTEL has for every need your hair a Hair Mask If you want to find out which mask and care best suit the needs of your hair, feel free to check out our blog article on the topic:
Preventive Tips
Of course, the best approach is to tackle the problem at its root and prevent damage from UV rays from occurring in the first place. That's why we have 3 tips here for you on how to protect your hair from the sun preventively.
1. Headwear
The easiest way is of course to set aHeadwear on and thus prevents the sun and UV rays from reaching your hair to a large extent. From caps to large straw hats, you also have many style options here – so a real win-win situation!
2. Heat Protection Spray
Most people know that heat styling with tools like hairdryers, straighteners, or curling irons is not particularly gentle on the hair. The hair is damaged by the heat and thus becomes even more sensitive to UV rays. However, what is true for both Heat Stylingas well as in the hotSunhelps to prevent damage, is theHC 1.3 Batiste Heat Protection Spray . Simply spray onto the hair before blow-drying or sunbathing and you're done!
If you prefer to use heat protection spray instead of hairspray that contains alcohol, you are always on the right and most beneficial side.
3. Hairstyles
If you wear your long hair down, it quickly gets too warm not only for you but also for your hair itself. However, if you wear it braided in a ponytail or bun, the UV rays don't reach all of your hair, which gives it a break. If you also apply heat protection over your braided or pinned-up hair, your hair will be very grateful. So it's time for a beautiful braided hairstyle!
By the way: It is also very beneficial not to part your hair when you go out in the sun. This way, you protect your scalp from UV rays and avoid sunburn!
Conclusion
UV rays are not particularly good for our skin or our hair – they can dry out your hair and change its color. However, with the right care, you can take preventive action, and for hair already damaged by UV rays, there are good ways to get your hair through the summer optimally with the right care and other tips. We wish you a sunny time and lots of fun with your hair care!