Summer is all fun and sun, but if you have hair extensions, those UV rays can do a number on your strands. Whether you’re lounging by the pool, hitting the beach, or just running errands on a hot day, knowing how to protect hair from sun is just as important as your SPF skincare routine. Your extensions deserve that same level of care!
If you want to learn more about how to protect hair from sun, keep reading! At Big Kizzy, we know all about hair extensions and how to keep them healthy and gorgeous. From the right products to easy protective habits, we’ve got you covered. Let’s get into it!
Should You Protect Your Hair From the Sun?
So, should you protect your hair from the sun? Yes, and here’s why. Too many people focus on protecting their skin from UV rays but forget that hair needs protection too, especially extensions. If you’re planning to spend a lot of time outdoors this summer, with a few simple steps, you can keep your extensions looking vibrant and healthy all season.
How Prolonged Sun Exposure Can Affect Your Extensions
Before we get into how to protect hair from sun damage, it helps to understand what you’re actually protecting against. Here’s what UV exposure can do to your extensions if left unchecked:
Color Fading
Just like how the sun can bleach out fabrics, UV rays can fade and discolor your extensions over time. Color-treated extensions and lighter shades are especially vulnerable to discoloration from UV rays.
Dryness and Brittleness
Prolonged sun exposure can cause your extensions to become dry, brittle, and faded over time. The sun zaps moisture from your strands, leaving extensions feeling dry, rough, and more prone to breakage.
Bond Breakdown
For tape-in and keratin bond extensions, heat and UV exposure can gradually weaken the adhesive, affecting how well your extensions stay in place.
Protect Hair from Sun Damage with the Right Products
This is where your hair care routine becomes your best defense! Using the right products will help protect hair from sun when you’re spending time outdoors. Here’s what we recommend:
Thairapy™ Hair Repair Oil: This is your new summer essential! Our Thairapy™ Hair Repair Oil works as a multi-tasker. It nourishes and hydrates your strands, acts as a serum to smooth frizz, and doubles as a heat protectant when you’re styling. Apply it before heading outside to give your extensions a protective layer against the sun and heat.
F.A.T.T. Shampoo and Conditioner: After a day in the sun, your extensions need a good cleanse and moisture boost. Our F.A.T.T. Shampoo and Conditioner is gentle on extensions while replenishing hydration and keeping your strands soft and healthy.
Volumizing Foam: Sun exposure can leave extensions feeling weighed down and limp. Our Volumizing Foam helps restore body and bounce to your strands after a long day in the heat.
Hair Protection for Extensions: Easy Habits to Add to Your Routine
Beyond hair care products, there are some simple habits that go a long way when it comes to protecting your extensions during the summer:
Wear a Hat
Want to protect hair from sun damage without much effort? A wide-brimmed hat is your hair’s best friend on sunny days! It shields your extensions from direct UV exposure while keeping your scalp protected too. And who doesn’t love a cute beach hat?
Avoid Peak Sun Hours
The sun is strongest between 10 am and 2 pm. If you can, try to limit prolonged outdoor exposure during those hours or keep your hair covered. Spend some time under an umbrella to protect your strands from the strongest UV rays.
Check Your Sunscreen Ingredients
Not all sunscreens are extension-friendly! Certain sunscreen ingredients can affect your extensions and cause discoloration, especially on lighter shades. When applying sunscreen near your hairline, opt for a mineral-based sunscreen and be careful not to let it drip onto your strands or bonds.
Don’t Skip Heat Protection
Even on days when you’re not outside much, if you’re heat styling, always apply Thairapy™ Hair Repair Oil beforehand. The combination of UV rays and heat tools is a double threat to your extensions (so you want to keep them nourished!).
Keep Your Hair Extensions Protected in The Summer Sun
If you want your extensions to look their best this summer, it starts with consistency. Knowing how to protect hair from sun damage is one thing, but making it part of your daily routine is what really makes the difference. A little oil here, a hat there, and the right shampoo and conditioner after a long sunny day, and you’re on the right track!
Shop all of our extension-friendly hair care products at Big Kizzy and keep your hair healthy, vibrant, and summer-ready all season long. Looking for extension tools and accessories? We have it all in one place!