Summer Hair S.O.S.

Say so long to fading, dryness and frizz.

- Ingrie Williams

HEADS UP! WHILE SUMMER SUN can do wonders for your mood, it can also do a number on your hair. Now for the good news: Getting the jump on colour fading, dryness, frizz and greasy roots is as easy as having the proper products on hand.

BRIGHT SPOT

When you’re in a steady relationship with your colourist, using a shampoo and conditioner formulated for colour-treated hair is the first line of defence against fading. Using a sun protection spray regularly and wearing a hat for extended exposure will further protect your investment, says salon owner and Alterna Haircare brand ambassador Salvatore Leonetti. When used together, they’ll help maintain vibrancy and extend results between services, but a shade shift is inevitable. In fact, the pros expect it. “I’m never too concerned with a small level of fading,” says Leonetti. “That’s a normal process.”