Just like your skin, your hair suffers in the sun. UV radiation attacks the outer layer of the hair fibre, leaving it dry, brittle and dull.

Fortunately, there is plenty you can do to repair sun damage and prevent more of it. With these six strategies and the right L'ANZA products, you restore your hair's resilience and shield it against the next day in the sun.

01 Replenish your hair's moisture

Hydration is the first step in recovering from sun damage. Avoid overwashing and choose the products from the Healing Moisture line: the Tamanu Cream Shampoo and Kukui Nut Conditioner hydrate and restore vitality to the hair. Top up the routine once a week with the rich Moi Moi Hair Masque, which penetrates deeply and repairs the hair from within. With regular use, hair becomes softer, shinier and more resilient.

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02 Book a salon visit

A professional touch goes a long way for sun-stressed hair. Have your ends trimmed regularly to remove split ends; if you are growing your hair out, micro trims are a good alternative. For now, avoid treatments that lighten your colour, as they compound the effects of the sun. You can also ask your L'ANZA salon about a gloss treatment, which smooths the hair, seals the ends and restores shine.

03 Give heat styling a rest

Hair already stressed by the sun can do without additional heat. Curling irons and straighteners weaken the hair's outer layer, giving UV rays even more grip. Let your hair air-dry as often as possible and save the hot tools for special occasions. When heat styling is unavoidable, always protect your hair first with the Healing Style Thermal Defense Spray as an extra line of defence.

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04 Prioritize scalp health

Healthy hair starts with a healthy scalp. While shampooing, massage your scalp gently with circular motions: this stimulates blood flow and supports recovery, without tugging at the roots. Use the Balancing Shampoo from the Scalp Therapy line to purify and rebalance the scalp. Adding a nourishing oil to your routine gives the scalp additional care.

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05 Comb with a wide-tooth comb

This simple tool is easy to overlook, yet it makes a real difference in preventing breakage. A wide-tooth comb removes tangles without putting unnecessary stress on the hair, which matters all the more when summer has left it weakened. Comb calmly, starting at the ends and working up towards the roots. And keep it to combing when needed; excessive brushing puts needless strain on the hair.

06 Apply UV protection

Products with built-in UV protection act as your daily shield against the sun and often bring extra benefits such as shine and frizz control. The Keratin Healing Oil Hair Treatment combines UV protection with deep nourishment, feeding the hair and adding a brilliant sheen. Work a small amount through your hair before going outside, especially on days with long sun exposure. Preventing new damage beats repairing it afterwards.

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Once you understand what the sun does to hair, you can act on it. With these six tips and the right care, your hair stays healthy, strong and shiny all year round.

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