Just as we protect our skin from the sun, we must also protect our hair and scalp. Remember hearing in that live stream that the scalp ages six times faster than the skin? During the summer , with much stronger UV rays and more hours of exposure , we weaken the hair follicles and the production of keratin , the protein that gives structure, shine, and softness to the hair. That's why it's common to reach autumn with discolored, dull, dry, brittle hair with split ends. The scalp becomes sensitive , having suffered burns , resulting in dryness and flaking.
All of this can be avoided with some care, as we explained in this post . Today, we want to focus on sunscreen for hair and explain our formula, which contains a special ingredient – a natural and biodegradable silicone , a safer alternative to synthetic silicones, not only for our health but also for the planet.
🏽 Synthetic silicone vs natural silicone
Silicones are widely used in conventional cosmetics, both in skincare and hair care, and have gained a controversial reputation in recent times. When used in hair products, the goal is to create a protective layer around the hair strands , retaining moisture and making the hair less susceptible to humidity. It gives the hair a full and silky appearance. The downside of this type of silicone is that many are not water-soluble, accumulating in the hair and scalp , making it, in the long term, drier, duller, and weaker. It can even prevent nourishing products from penetrating the scalp and thus not being effective . Furthermore, it is not biodegradable, ultimately making the formulas polluting.
Natural silicone is a biodegradable and safe alternative. The silicone we use in our hair sunscreen formula is plant-based and GMO-free. It adds shine and softness to the hair, as well as stimulating the action of UV filters.
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🏽 Simple 3-step sun protection routine for hair
- Whenever you go to the beach, pool, or do outdoor activities in the sun, apply sunscreen to your hair – just spray it all over. You can reapply it to damp hair during the day to reinforce protection and hydration.
Tip: Whenever you apply sunscreen to your skin, apply it to your hair too! If you feel your skin needs it, your hair probably does as well!
- Once or twice a week, care for your scalp, preventing flaking and irritation, by massaging in the Super Hair Serum . You can leave it on overnight and wash it out with shampoo the next day.
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Invest even more in hydration during the sunny months, to
To compensate for hair dehydration, use the Super Hair mask once or twice a week. Simply apply it all over your hair and leave it on for 20 minutes or overnight. Then just rinse with shampoo and condition. Easy-peasy!
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You can find your summer essentials in this collection from our online store.
