HAIR LOSS IN SUMMER: WHY AND HOW TO STRENGTHEN IT

In summer, many people notice increased hair loss, a phenomenon due to factors related to the hair's life cycle as well as factors such as sun exposure, heat, and humidity. It's also true, however, that hair grows faster in summer. Let's find out more about this apparent contradiction

Why does hair fall out in summer?

First of all, as mentioned, it's a natural process: hair has its own life cycle, and in summer it experiences a period of stasis, technically called the telogen phase, which then leads to more abundant hair loss, usually in autumn. Other factors, however, also influence hair loss during summer, such as the sun: prolonged exposure to UV rays can weaken hair, making it drier and more brittle. Heat and humidity can also weaken hair, particularly by promoting skin irritation (also facilitated by sweating) and dehydration.

Other factors that affect hair health in summer include the effects of sea water and chlorine, which weaken the hair structure, and hormonal changes. Another key factor to consider is diet: in summer, we usually have a less intense appetite, so we tend to follow a lighter diet, which, however, can sometimes be unbalanced, leading to nutritional deficiencies that negatively impact hair health.

Summer Hair Loss: Natural Remedies

In short, to protect your hair in the summer, you need to focus on combating sun damage, reducing the use of direct heat sources such as hair dryers, straighteners, and other styling devices, and ensuring your hair is hydrated and nourished. This means using specific products to block UV rays and conditioners, as well as taking precautions such as covering your hair with hats or bandanas and washing your hair thoroughly after swimming in the sea or pool.

But let's dive into more detail. As for UV protection, experts recommend using products with UV filters, which shield hair from the damaging effects of strong summer sun rays, preventing hair from fading. Headwear such as hats, bandanas, and turbans physically shield your hair from the sun, proving to be valuable allies, especially during the hottest hours of the day. There are also specific products to protect the scalp, which also limit the damage caused by excessive sweating.

In any case, sun exposure should be limited to protect not only the hair but also the skin, which, like the hair, is particularly susceptible to damage caused by UV rays.

For hydration and nourishment, experts recommend using specific shampoos, conditioners, and treatments (including natural ones, such as almond oil). Another important tip is to reduce the use of high-temperature styling devices, preferring natural air drying, using heat protectants, using low-temperature settings on hair dryers, straighteners, and curling irons, and generally reducing the use of these devices during the summer.

Protect your hair even in the water by rinsing it before swimming and applying specific protective products, and rinsing it after swimming in the sea or pool to immediately remove any chlorine or saltwater residue. These measures, combined with the use of gentle, hydrating shampoos, detangling conditioners, and light conditioners, will allow you to adequately protect your hair even in summer.

How to strengthen your hair from the within

Summer is a time when hair needs targeted nutritional support, through a healthy and balanced diet but also through valuable allies such as hair supplements from the Vita-Age Hair line by Bottega di LungaVita, which help support growth and limit hair loss.

Most common FAQs about hair loss in summer