How to Keep Your Hair Moisturized During the Summer Months—No Matter Your Style
Summer brings longer days, beach trips, and more time in the sun, but it also comes with heat, humidity, and sun exposure that can quickly dry out your hair. Whether you wear your hair natural, silk pressed, in braids, or with extensions, keeping it hydrated and healthy during the summer months is essential for preventing breakage, frizz, and dullness.
At The Press Room Salon, we specialize in luxury hair care, silk presses, and protective styles to help clients retain moisture and maintain healthy hair all year long. In this guide, we’ll share the best summer hair care tips to keep your hair moisturized no matter how you style it.
Step 1: Hydrate Your Hair from the Inside Out
Before diving into products and styling tips, hydration starts from within. If your body is dehydrated, your hair will be too.
✔ Drink plenty of water daily to keep hair hydrated at the root.
✔ Eat moisture-rich foods like cucumbers, avocados, and watermelon.
✔ Take a biotin or omega-3 supplement to strengthen strands from within.
By nourishing your body, you’re laying the foundation for strong, hydrated hair throughout the summer months.
Step 2: Use the Right Shampoo and Conditioner
Cleansing your hair is essential, but using the wrong shampoo can strip natural oils and lead to excessive dryness.
Best Shampoo Routine for Summer:
Use a sulfate-free moisturizing shampoo to avoid stripping the hair.
Wash hair with lukewarm or cool water to prevent moisture loss.
Avoid over-washing—stick to 1-2 times per week to retain natural oils.
Rinse with aloe vera or rose water for an extra hydration boost.
Best Conditioner Routine for Summer:
Always follow up with a hydrating conditioner after washing.
Use a deep conditioning treatment once a week for added moisture.
Opt for leave-in conditioners to keep hair hydrated between washes.
Recommended Products:
✔ Sulfate-Free Shampoo: Mielle Organics Moisturizing Shampoo
✔ Deep Conditioner: Camille Rose Algae Renew Deep Conditioner
✔ Leave-In Conditioner: Shea Moisture Manuka Honey Hydrating Leave-In
Step 3: Lock in Moisture with the Right Products
Keeping hair moisturized in the summer requires a strategic layering technique to ensure hydration stays locked in.
✔ Water-based leave-in conditioner to hydrate the hair.
✔ A light oil (argan, avocado, or jojoba) to seal in moisture.
✔ A lightweight butter or styling cream to prevent moisture loss.
If you have low porosity hair, use lighter products to avoid buildup. If you have high porosity hair, opt for heavier creams and oils to retain moisture longer.
Step 4: Protect Hair from the Sun and Heat
Just like your skin, your hair needs protection from the sun to prevent dryness, fading, and UV damage.
✔ Wear a hat or silk scarf when spending long hours outside.
✔ Use a UV protectant spray to shield hair from sun exposure.
✔ Avoid excessive heat styling—opt for heatless styles when possible.
✔ If using heat, always apply a heat protectant before styling.
Recommended Products:
✔ UV Protectant Spray: Oribe Invisible Defense Universal Protection Spray
✔ Heat Protectant: Mizani Thermasmooth Guard
Step 5: Adjust Your Moisture Routine Based on Your Hairstyle
Your hair care routine should be tailored to the style you’re wearing. Here’s how to adjust your moisture strategy for different summer looks.
For Natural Hair & Curls:
✔ Use the LOC or LCO method to lock in moisture.
✔ Refresh curls daily with a water-based mist.
✔ Avoid heavy gels that cause dryness—opt for hydrating curl creams instead.
For Silk Presses & Straight Styles:
✔ Wrap hair at night with a silk or satin scarf.
✔ Avoid overusing oils that can weigh hair down and cause greasiness.
✔ Use a lightweight anti-humidity spray to combat frizz.
For Braids & Protective Styles:
✔ Keep scalp hydrated with a light mist of rose water or leave-in conditioner.
✔ Apply lightweight oil to braids every few days to prevent dryness.
✔ Avoid tight styles that cause tension and breakage.
For Extensions & Weaves:
✔ Wash extensions every 2-3 weeks to prevent product buildup.
✔ Use a moisturizing spray to keep both your natural hair and extensions hydrated.
✔ Wrap hair at night to reduce friction and frizz.
Step 6: Deep Condition Weekly to Restore Moisture
The summer heat can dry out hair quickly, so deep conditioning should be a weekly step in your routine.
✔ Use a moisturizing deep conditioner with natural ingredients.
✔ Apply heat or steam to open the cuticle and allow better absorption.
✔ Rinse with cool water to seal in moisture.
Recommended Products:
✔ Hydrating Mask: Briogeo Don’t Despair, Repair Deep Conditioner
✔ Moisture Boost Treatment: Olaplex No. 8 Bond Intense Moisture Mask
Step 7: Protect Hair While Sleeping
Nighttime hair care is just as important as daytime maintenance. Sleeping on a cotton pillowcase absorbs moisture, leaving your hair dry.
✔ Use a silk or satin pillowcase to retain hydration.
✔ Wrap hair with a satin or silk scarf before bed.
✔ For curls, do a pineapple or loose twists to prevent friction.
Final Thoughts: Stay Hydrated & Consistent
Keeping your hair moisturized in the summer isn’t complicated—it just requires consistency and the right techniques. Whether you’re rocking natural curls, silk presses, protective styles, or extensions, following these summer hydration steps will keep your hair healthy, shiny, and resilient all season long.
At The Press Room Salon, we offer custom hydration treatments, silk presses, and expert styling services to keep your hair at its best during the hot months.
Book your appointment today and let us help you maintain healthy, moisturized hair all summer long.