Healthy Summer Hair Tips
Key Takeaways
Shield hair from UV damage - Sun exposure dries out and weakens hair, especially colour-treated hair. Use a lightweight leave-in product like Davines SU Hair Milk, and pack SU range essentials for holidays.
Book a nourishing treatment - Salt water, chlorine and heat cause dryness and brittleness. Book an in-salon Davines Tailored Treatment before and after your holiday, and pack a treatment mask for on-the-go repair.
Cleanse away chlorine and salt build-up - Residue from swimming causes dullness if left in the hair. A gentle clarifying wash, like Davines SU Hair & Body Wash, removes build-up without stripping hair.
Stay on top of regular trims - Summer heightens split ends and dryness, so a pre-holiday tidy-up and post-holiday cut keep hair looking healthy and polished.
Cut back on heat styling - Let hair air-dry or diffuse on low heat to reduce damage and let natural texture shine, using a protective product whenever heat is used.
Protect coloured hair carefully - Sun, salt and chlorine fade colour and dry hair fast. Colour-safe Davines products such as the Minu range, plus in-salon colour refresh appointments help maintain vibrancy.
Expert Summer Hair Advice from William Guy Salons in Ringwood, Romsey and Westbourne
Summer brings longer days, sunny afternoons and holidays to look forward to, but the warmer weather, sunshine and sea can take their toll on your hair. At William Guy Salons, we believe your hair deserves the same care and protection as your skin during the summer months. With expert advice, nourishing Davines treatments and summer-friendly product recommendations, we’ll help keep your hair looking and feeling its best all season long.
Protect Your Hair from the Sun
The sun can quickly dry out and weaken your hair, especially if it’s coloured or lightened. To prevent this, we recommend protecting your hair whenever you’re outdoors. The Davines SU Hair Milk is ideal for summer – a lightweight, leave-in treatment that hydrates and shields your hair from harmful UV rays. It also helps to soften and detangle, leaving your hair manageable and protected throughout the day.
If you’re heading off on holiday, we always suggest packing a few essentials from the Davines SU range. The collection is designed to care for sun-exposed hair, making it ideal for beach days, poolside relaxing and sightseeing in warmer climates. From nourishing after-sun shampoos to protective creams, these products will help your hair stay soft, shiny and healthy wherever you’re spending the summer.
Don’t Skip Your Treatments
Salt water, chlorine and heat can leave your hair feeling dry and brittle, but with the right care, it doesn’t have to. We offer Davines Tailored Treatments in salon, designed to deeply nourish and strengthen your hair depending on its individual needs. For those with holiday plans, we recommend booking a treatment before you go to prepare your hair, and another when you return to restore moisture and shine.
It’s also worth packing a Davines treatment mask in your suitcase. These intensive masks are perfect for replenishing hair that’s been exposed to the sun, sea or pool water, helping to restore softness and hydration after a long day outdoors.
Remove Build-Up After Swimming
Chlorine and salt can leave residue in the hair, causing dryness and dullness if not properly removed. A gentle clarifying shampoo, such as the Davines SU Hair & Body Wash, is ideal for thoroughly cleansing your hair and scalp after swimming, while still being kind to your hair.
It gently removes product build-up, chlorine and impurities, leaving your hair refreshed and ready for conditioning or a nourishing mask.
Choose the Right Davines Products
We stock a full range of Davines products at all our salons and are happy to advise you on the best ones for your particular hair concerns. In addition to the SU range for UV protection, if your hair is parched and dry, we recommend the MOMO range to restore healthy hydration. As a deep conditioner we love OI Hair Butter, which melts directly into coarse or severely dry hair. The Heart of Glass range is also fabulous for restoring sheen while MELU should be your go-to if your hair is badly overprocessed and damaged.
Speak to your William Guy stylist who will be able to help you choose the right range to protect and restore your hair.
Keep on Top of Your Trims
The summer months often make split ends and dryness more noticeable, which is why regular trims are so important. A tidy-up before your holiday ensures your hair looks neat, healthy and polished, while a post-holiday cut will remove any sun-stressed or dry ends and leave your hair looking refreshed.
Whether you want a subtle shape-up or a bold new look, our stylists will help you feel confident in your summer style.
Ease Off the Heat Styling
Summer is the perfect opportunity to give your heated tools a rest. Letting your hair air-dry or using a diffuser on a low setting helps reduce heat damage and allows your natural texture to shine through. If you do choose to style your hair, always apply a protective product.
Our team is happy to recommend the best Davines styling essentials to help keep your hair looking its best while protecting its condition.
Look After Your Hair Colour
Coloured hair needs extra care during the summer. Sun exposure, salt water and chlorine can all lead to colour fading and dryness. Using colour-safe products from Davines helps protect your tone and maintain shine, keeping your colour looking vibrant throughout the season.
We also offer glossing and colour refresh appointments in salon to top up your shade and restore radiance whenever needed.
Book Your Summer Hair Appointment in Ringwood, Romsey or Westbourne
From personalised product recommendations to bespoke Davines treatments and expert summer haircuts, the expert teams at William Guy Salons in Ringwood, Romsey and Westbourne are here to help your hair stay strong, shiny and beautiful this summer.
Book your appointment online today or call Westbourne on 01202 760003 and Ringwood on 01425 471747 or Romsey on 01794 526616.