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13 Enriching and Restorative Products For Sun-Soaked Hair
While hordes of college students make their way to sandy spring break locales, we can't help but daydream about clear, sunny skies, and sundress weather as we wait for spring to awaken. And after abysmal weather conditions this past winter, we totally deserve nothing but tropical temps.
But those UV rays that we're longing for can take a toll on tresses, which is why some of our favorite beauty brands have created products that protect, mend, and even mimic the effects of sun-soaked hair. Here, 13 essential hair care goods to stock up on for spring and summer. Just don't forget the sunscreen!
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Bumble and bumble.
Bumble & Bumble Surf Spray, $26, Bumble and Bumble
Get perfectly tousled beach hair without all the sand. Just a few spritzes of this sea kelp-infused spray adds a texturized matte finish to all hair types.
OGX
Organix Quenched Sea Mineral Moisture, $7, Amazon
Use this sea mineral spray après shower to heal split ends and restore moisture to dry, damaged locks.
Aveda
Sun Care After Sun Masque, $28, Aveda
After a day under the sun, treat you tresses to Aveda’s cream masque. Rich in coconut, palm, and sunflower seed oils, it’ll leave your hair super soft.
Redken
Redken Pre Art Clarifying Treatment, $50, Amazon
This clarifying treatment is to get rid of that greenish tinge that develops after taking a few dips in the pool.
Josie Maran
Argan Oil Hair Serum, $30, Josie Maran Cosmetics
Josie Maran’s lightweight oil combats heat-induced frizz for sleek and shiny locks.
Oribe
Gold Pomade, $49, Oribe
A little of Oribe’s gold pomade goes a long way. The gilt flecks will make your hair look especially radiant in the sunlight.
Phyto
Phyto Phytoplage Protective Sun Oil, $22, Skin Store
Spritz this on your scalp before and during sun exposure to protect your hair against the damaging effects of UV rays and chlorine.
Rene Furterer
Rene Furterer Repairing After Sun Shampoo, $14, Jet
This after-sun shampoo works well with both fresh and salt water, so you can lather up anytime, anywhere.
Redken
Redken UV Rescue After-Sun Conditioner, $23, Sleek Hair
Sooth and detangle hair that’s been exposed to UV rays with Redken’s rescue conditioner.
Ouidad
Ouidad Climate Control Heat & Humidity Gel, $22, Amazon
Tame out-of-control curls with Ouidad’s humidity protection gel.
Sun-In
Tropical Breeze Sun-In Hair Lightener, $4, Drug Store
Sun-In’s an oldie but a goodie. Its formula works with the sun to give natural blondes a glowing, even blonder mane.
Kevin Murphy
Kevin Murphy Maxi Wash, $23, Amazon
This detox shampoo will brighten your hair and rid your scalp of lingering products and oil buildup.
Rene Furterer
Rene Furterer Okara Radiance Enhancing Spray, $26, Ariva
Before heading out in the sun, spray this UV-shielding product on color treated hair to help preserve vibrancy.
