Look cool. Stay fresh. Beat the heat like a pro.
Summer’s around the corner — and while you’re planning beach trips, grilling out, and soaking up the sun, don’t forget: your hair needs a game plan too.
The combo of heat, humidity, sun, sweat, and chlorine can do a number on your cut and scalp. But with the right moves, you can keep your style sharp and your hair healthy all season long.
Here’s how to keep your hair looking (and feeling) cool this summer:
1. Get a Summer-Friendly Cut
This is the time to clean things up. Shorter styles like a buzz cut, fade, or textured crop not only look clean but help you stay cooler and sweat less. Not ready to go short? Ask your barber to thin things out or add texture to let your hair breathe.
Pro Tip: A regular trim helps prevent split ends and keeps your style in check as temps rise.
2. Wash, But Don’t Overwash
Sweat and heat can make you want to shampoo constantly — but overwashing strips your scalp of its natural oils, leading to dryness or irritation.
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Use shampoo 2–3 times a week
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Rinse with water daily
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Use a lightweight conditioner to keep things soft and balanced
3. Protect Your Hair from Chlorine & Saltwater
Love the pool or ocean? Your hair doesn’t. Chlorine dries it out and saltwater makes it brittle.
Before swimming:
– Rinse your hair with fresh water
– Add a small amount of leave-in conditioner
After swimming:
– Rinse again immediately
– Use a gentle shampoo that removes build-up without stripping your hair
4. Guard Against the Sun
Yes, your hair and scalp can get sun damage. UV rays can lighten, dry out, and weaken your hair — especially if it’s already been chemically treated.
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Wear a hat (bonus: style points + sun protection)
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Use a UV-protectant hair spray or leave-in conditioner
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Moisturize your scalp if you keep your hair short
5. Go Light with Products
Heavy waxes and pomades can melt in the heat, leaving your hair greasy or weighed down. Switch to:
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Matte clays or lightweight creams
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Texturizing sprays for natural volume
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Dry shampoo to soak up excess oil between washes
Final Word:
Summer’s all about ease — but that doesn’t mean letting your hair go wild. With a few smart adjustments, you can keep your cut crisp, your scalp happy, and your look effortless all summer long.
Need to get summer-ready?
Book your next cut at The Refined Man — and let us help you stay sharp, cool, and confident through every heatwave.
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