As the driest season of them all, summer presents several hair care challenges for those with naturally luscious hair or a little help from wigs. This summer brought more heatwaves than ever, and whilst most of us basked in the sun with few concerns, the recent warm weather caused increased hair loss for many people.
With autumn just around the corner, now is the perfect time to restore your locks after summer damage. Here we look at the causes of summer hair loss, how to help your follicles make a comeback, and why concealing your hair loss for the short term can deliver the perfect solution.
The seasonality of hair loss has been a much-researched topic within the science community. The Science Times details just one study that found a correlation between summer and hair loss in both men and women:
“…most people will assume that seasonal hair loss would occur naturally due to increased heat as their bodies find a way to keep them cooler when such effective insulation is not needed anymore. A Scandinavian study claims this to be true. Swedish researchers who observed hair loss in 800 women for six years said a greater part of resting follicles during summer months.”
Seasonal shedding is at its height during September as we make that transition from summer to autumn. Whilst, in most cases, seasonal hair loss isn’t something you should lose sleep over, the reality of hair loss can be a cause for concern.
The drying effect of the warmer weather isn’t the only cause of summer hair loss and damage. Frequent visits to the swimming pool or seaside have an equally drying and damaging effect. Sun exposure can cause hair colour to fade leaving your natural locks or wig looking a little lacklustre. Increased use of hair ties and sunglasses can also cause breakages, especially if the hair is wet.
You don’t have to put up with thinner, unhealthy-looking hair. While prevention is of course better than cure – protecting your hair during summer is just as important as safeguarding your skin from harmful UV rays – there are some steps you can take to restore hair health after the summer months.
Using a leave-in, deep conditioner can help to improve the texture of your hair or wig after swimming and other summer activities. A good quality conditioner or hair mask will provide the hydration your hair needs to repair the damage caused by summer.
Your choice of hairstyle can also offer a protective option for recovering follicles. Keep your hairstyle loose in a braid or messy bun to reduce tension placed on your scalp. Alternatively, wearing your hair or wig down more often can also increase comfort and lower tension as hair health goes from strength to strength.
If your hair or wig is looking a little frazzled, add shine spray to your care routine to give your style a new lease of life. For further advice on reducing wig frizz, read these top tips.
If your natural hair is a little worse for wear after the long, hot summer, you can find an instant fix for a healthy look. We supply human hair and synthetic wigs to conceal both short- and long-term hair loss, meaning you can cover summer-induced thinning or baldness whilst your scalp and natural hair recover. Explore our range of men’s and women’s wigs right here.
