The best time of the year is literally just around the corner - summertime! When the sun comes out, if you’re anything like me, you do, too! Days spent by the water, music festivals, barbecues, cookouts, and everything in between. With that in mind, it is important to remember that as the seasons change, us Curlies have to adapt to what the weather may bring. UV rays, humidity, dryness - all are environmental factors that we have to factor into our routines to ensure our curls are protected and able to shine.
Sun-induced Heat Damage
Who doesn’t love the sun? And the sun loves us - sometimes a little too much, though. The same way our skin can get burnt and face damage from sun beams, our curls can face similar problems as well. Overexposure of the sun can lead to excess breakage, brittleness and dryness when not properly primed for the weather. Using some kind of sun protection like the Jessicurl Oil Blend will give your curls that extra layer of armor that protects each strand from drying out & becoming brittle, acting as a mild natural sun barrier that promotes healthy hair while reducing breakage and sealing in moisture. Our Oil Blend is made up of rich ingredients like jojoba, coconut, and avocado oil - a true triple threat all in one bottle.
Humidity
Sometimes it feels like humidity is lurking around every season - depending on where you are, it totally is - but I personally feel like the summertime is when it's at its worst. Maybe it’s because I break into a sweat as soon as I step outside, but I definitely have to amp up my routine a bit to fight the frizz. The best way to fight humidity is to lock in moisture from within so that excess moisture in the air is less likely to get soaked in by curls - cause they’re already hydrated! No thirsty curls here when we have Too Shea! Extra Moisturizing Conditioner to give our curls that extra boost! This perfectly balanced conditioner is ideal for curlies of all hair types, using intentional ingredients like shea butter, jojoba oil, avocado oil, hydrolyzed oat protein and tons of lovely herbs and spices to create a safe space for hair and scalp health in every climate.
Dryness
On the opposite side of the moisture spectrum, there’s the dryness us Curlies must endure that comes from the sun. Whether it comes from a day spent playing in the pool or the literal weather, dryness can cause unwanted frizz and excess breakage to curls! Finding the perfect balance to counteract both humidity and dryness can be a doozy, but that is just another opportunity for our Oil Blend to shine - by locking in the moisture into each strand, you can solve any dryness issue at the root! Not only does this blend provide all day sun care, but it ensures that curls stay glowing, too - even underwater! For more information on how to care for curls by the water, check out one of our blog posts on the topic from our founder and forever expert, Jess!
No matter the season, and for any reason, Jessicurl is here to make sure you’re taken care of. Prime your curls to make sure they’re ready for your next adventure, and don’t forget to soak up the sun - safely!