Speaking of heat damage, many people may have completely forgotten to protect their hair from the sun. “When hair is exposed to the sun for a long time, UVA and UVB rays can damage the outer covering of the hair called the cuticle. Hair can lead to breakage, or split ends, thinning and frizz,” dermatologist Dr. Amisha Mahajan told Vogue.
Protecting your hair from the sun is beneficial all year round, but summer is the season to pay particular attention to. Like the rest of your skin, the crown of your head can also get sunburned, which can be incredibly painful and weaken your hair. Wearing a hat,” celebrity hairstylist Adam Reed, founder of hair care product Arkive, tells Get the Gloss. “If you don’t like hats, use a headband, turban or head scarf to wrap your hair. It’s very easy and looks very nice. It will protect your hair from the sun. But you still need to apply heat protection directly to your hair.”
