Summer Hair Care

Summer Hair Care Advice from Michelle Marshall Hairdressers in Cardiff

Summer’s here which means plenty of sun, sand and relaxation.  We all love summer and know that we need to protect our skin when we go out in the sun, but it’s very easy to forget that our hair needs protection too.  The sun’s UV rays can cause havoc with your lovely locks, leaving them faded, dry, frizzy and feeling like straw!  Sea salt and chlorine from pools can make matters even worse, so it’s important to protect your hair with these top tips for healthy summer hair from Michelle Marshall Hair Salons in Cardiff.

1.  Have a Regular Trim at Michelle Marshall Hair Salon in Cardiff

Make sure you book an appointment with your Michelle Marshall hair stylist for regular trims over the summer to keep your hair looking beautifully healthy and to keep those split ends at bay. 

It’s particularly important to book in for a trim when you return from holiday, to trim away those beach-frazzled ends.  Why not book in advance when you’re in the salon for your pre-holiday appointment?

2.  Protect Your Hair from the Sun’s Harsh UV Rays

If you’re travelling somewhere hot for your summer holidays, or even if you’re having a stay-cation, it’s important to protect your hair from the sun’s UV rays.  Consider investing in hair products with UV protection, which will protect your hair without leaving it lank and greasy. 

We stock a wide range of top quality Redken hair care products, available for sale both at our Cardiff hairdressing salon and via our online shop.  To protect your hair this summer we recommend Redken’s Color Extend range, designed to extend the life of your hair colour by repelling UVA and UVB rays, as well as eliminating other environmental damage to the hair left after a day at the beach or pool. 

3.  Leave Conditioner in Your Hair

Swimming in the sea or a chlorinated swimming pool will dry out your hair due to the salty water and chemicals.  If you’re planning to go for a swim, we suggest wetting your hair with fresh water under the shower first so that it absorbs less salt water or chlorine.  After you’ve been for a dip, we’d recommend that you wash your hair again using a professional quality shampoo and conditioner.  You could even leave your conditioner in to give your hair an extra moisture boost.

If you’re worried about the condition of your hair, we’d recommend award winning Redken Extreme Anti-Snap Leave-In Treatment for damaged hair.  This best selling treatment repairs, strengthens and protects hair shine.   

4.  Banish Summer Frizz with a Hair Smoothing Treatment at Michelle Marshall Salon

Summer heat and humidity are a key cause of frizzy hair, and who wants to look like Monica from Friends on her trip to Barbados?!   To really ensure your hair stays beautifully sleek and smooth this summer, we recommend investing in a Kerastraight hair smoothing treatment.  This world-leading treatment is designed to transform hair, delivering improved elasticity, strength and shine in just one treatment.  The results will last for up to four months.  Find out more here.

We also offer the latest range of Redken products designed to keep your hair sleek and smooth, whatever the weather.   Find out more about the Redken Frizz Dismiss Range here.

5.  Seek Advice from Michelle Marshall Hair Salon in Cardiff

If in doubt about how to look after your hair this summer, seek advice from one of our expert hair stylists at Michelle Marshall.  We can ensure your hair is in great condition and create the ideal summer hairstyle and colour!  

Book your hair appointment online or call us on 029 2061 1566 or 029 2022 9000.   While you book in for your new holiday look, we’d recommend that you pre-book your post-holiday appointment now so that we can trim away any split ends and refresh your colour, ensuring you look great right through until autumn.

From all of us at Michelle Marshall, have a great summer!  We look forward to seeing you soon.  For more inspiration, follow us on Instagram.

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