Hair and scalp in summer - how do you protect them properly?

Preferably, but especially in summer, we want to to to spend our time outside, enjoying nature and the weather. Body, mind and soul soak up the sun and light, replenishing vital stores. Without the sun, we cannot exist and nature cannot grow. Nevertheless, it's like everything else: you should enjoy it in moderation and protect yourself properly. So today we're taking a closer look at how you can best protect your hair and scalp from UV rays and heat damage in summer.

Can the scalp actually get sunburnt?

Actually, it can! That's why our hair plays a very important protective role and protects our sensitive scalp from UV radiation. Itching, dandruff and tightness can otherwise result and persist for several days. Even the hairstyle can be decisive here: parting the hair is not recommended in summer, as the hair is exposed to UV rays everywhere., where the sun hits the skin, sunburn can occur. As you can't apply sunscreen to your scalp, I recommend a hairstyle without a parting. This way your hair covers your scalp and the sun doesn't reach it.

If you can't or don't want to do this, you should use sun hats or light scarves. The main thing is that your scalp is covered. Covering your head also has the added benefit of protecting your hair and preventing it from being washed out.

The proteins and lipids in your hair are broken down by the sunlight, so the innermost layer of your hair, the fiber layer, is weakened. So if you're not wearing a head covering that completely covers your hair or you have the feeling, it's not enough, feel free to liberally apply our Protein & Vitamin Leave In Conditioner generously. It renews the proteins in your hair and regenerates the existing ones. It also protects against environmental influences such as wind and friction, which also quickly lead to a dull appearance.

NOELIE Knowledge: The proteins in our Protein & Vitamin Leave In Conditioner are haar-identical, i.e. protein fragments in which amino acids are linked together in a sequence similar to that found in human hair. The putty substance is renewed and the hair is protected from frizz and heat.

Protection is important - not just when sunbathing

Hair and scalp need protection and care not only in the sun, but especially in the water, so that they shine just as beautifully at the end of the summer as they did before. as before and retain their color. Chlorinated water and chemicals react with the outer layer of your hair, which is particularly bad for bleached hair. This can lead to the dreaded green tint or other very undesirable color changes. Uncolored hair also has to contend with chlorine and other chemicals, as the lipids are destroyed here too. Unprotected, the hair soaks up the harmful water up to the fiber layer and no longer has room for care substances. Chemically dyed and therefore alkaline-treated hair is softened and stressed even more by the alkaline chlorine water. Split ends and frizz, as well as a dull, limp appearance are the result.

But it's not just in the swimming pool that your hair is subjected to enormous stress. The salt crystals in the sea also settle in your hair and roughen it. In addition, the salt crystals act like burning glasses on the sun and intensify the bleaching and leaching effect.

Protection from the outside is not enough here, it should start on the inside of your hair. For protection, I recommend getting your hair completely wet with non-salty or chlorinated water. This way it is already saturated andt less damaging influences.

To create additional protection, you can use our Rich Repair & Glossing Mask into the skin. The combination of the liposomal transport system with oleosomes from milk thistle penetrates deep into your hair, maintains and renews the moisture deposits where they are needed and also seals each individual hair , protecting and nourishing it with tannins from the tara tree,

NOELIE Knowledge: Our Rich Repair & Glossing Mask remains in the hair as a leave-in mask after washing and offers UV and heat protection up to 230°. It reduces split ends by up to 96% and provides 24-hour frizz control - luxurious protection, gloss and regeneration for all seasons.

After water and sun exposure, rinse your hair and scalp thoroughly with fresh water, rinse with the Smooth & Repair Hair Shampoo and spend 15 minutes with our Smooth & Repair Hair Mask treat yourself. Its slightly acidic pH value closes the hair structure, neutralizes alkaline disruptive factors and nourishes your hair down to the fibre layer. The innovative anti-hair breakage formula also repairs from within the fibers, so that damage that has already occurred is repaired with every application. with every application regenerated with every application.

NOELIE knowledge: All our haircare products contain precious extracts of jericho rose, which is known for its "resurrection effect". It gives your hair the ability to store moisture for a long time. This restores vitality and bounce.

Styling in summer - air-drying or blow-drying?

Air-drying is gentler than blow-drying - but this does not apply when exposed to the sun. While the sun breaks down your hair's lipids and proteins as described, it is actually gentler here, to dry your hair lukewarm. Comb the wet and therefore sensitive structure with a wooden comb carefully and style it while blow-drying with the paddle brush. The wooden teeth and nubs of the brush and comb are gentle on your hair. hairstructure and do not damage it. For the ultimate heat and UV protection up to 230°, the Rich Repair & Glossing Mask is the perfect leave-in product before blow-drying.

To protect your hair from drying out throughout the day, you can apply a few drops of our Grow & Shine Hair Treatment Elixir as a finish. It rebuilds the hair from deep down and seals damaged ends so that split ends no longer stand a chance. As an intensive overnight treatment, it also nourishes and regenerates the scalp and provides your hair with essential fatty acids.

NOELIE knowledge: The precious Grow & Shine Hair Treatment Elixir contains chia seeds, moringa oil and pequi oil and with these power ingredients provides +79% more gloss and up to +67% stronger, fiber-strengthened hair. This effect has been proven in studies.

Heat and UV protection a summer issue?

Yes and no. Of course we need to protect ourselves more from the much more intense sun in summer than in winter. But it's always there. Sensitive hair should therefore be cared for accordingly all year round and it never hurts to protect your skin and hair. Temperature fluctuations are also stressfuln for skin and hair, which is why you should look at where needs arise. Dryness, lack of shine or tired, dull hair need never be a problem at any time of year.

And as always, NOELIE products always pick you up where you are. <3