It is all fun in the sun, but your hair tresses can suffer without proper care. Many of us focus on our skin care and wearing the proper SPF, (for our different SPF options click here), but forget that our hair can get damaged as well. An article published by Happi Magazine mentioned a survey that Nutrafol conducted in which the brand discovered that “while 90% of survey participants are aware of extreme summer heat’s impact on hair, nearly half (43%) aren’t taking any precautionary measures to protect their tresses.” From shampoos and conditioners to leave-on treatments and stylers, Norman Fox has the solutions for your hair.
Shampoo:
Having the right ingredients on your shampoo is a very important first step in maintaining your hair looking luscious. SNF’s Flocare™ C 107 LM PF (PQ-7) is easy to use compared to PQ-6. It is mainly used in shampoos and styling formulations for its richness of foam and improvement of combability without build-up.
Sun damage can also cause dry and brittle strands, split ends and frizziness as well as weaken your hair’s protein structure. According to the article, “exposure to extreme heat can induce hair shedding”. Jaka’s Hairdian AP-GL comes from natural botanical sources and rejuvenates hair follicles. It is safe and preservative free and can be used as a revitalizing shampoo or a hair essence.
Another ingredient that Norman Fox supplies for hair care is sweet almond oil. Almond oil rich in vitamin B7 can help hair stay strong and healthy and protect from sun damage. By adding a small amount to the ends of your hair, almond oil will hydrate and decrease frizz.
Conditioner:
Let’s not forget about conditioner. SNF’s Flocare™ ET 1737 GPG (PQ-37) is a multifunctional additive that delivers high thickening, conditioning, and straightening properties. It allows formulators to optimize the ingredients used in a cationic system (conditioners).
Hair Mask:
Too much sun on your scalp can cause dryness and affect your hair roots. FumeiPharm has a Smoothing and Nourishing Hair Lotion. This creamy, leave-in conditioner replenishes dry hair and soothes the scalp, leaving hair soft and smooth. It contains Cerapharm® Nonionic Emulsifying Wax that promotes the formation of lamellar liquid crystal structure, thereby improving the stability, skin feel and moisturization effect. Its Cerafumei® Rice Bran Wax addition acts as an emulsion stabilizer to stabilize the formula and provide desirable texture.
To prep your hair, you might want to add a hair mask especially if you have been out and about in the sun. SNF’s Minimalist Hair Mask is a cold-process hair mask that brings you conditioning using its Flocare™ C139 PF as a conditioner and Flocare™ ET 1737 GPG as a rheology modifier.
Our solutions will have your locks summer ready with the right protection and care.
