Should I Hydrate or Moisturize Hair During Humidity?

You probably get some relief from dry skin during warm, humid months, but those steamy days can totally wreck your hair. Humidity easily transforms your perfectly styled 'do into a frizzy, expanded mess by lunchtime, but don't worry -- you don't have to spend your summer looking like an '80s rock star. Instead, learn how to hydrate your hair to protect it against the moisture in the air.

Facts on Frizz

When there's lots of moisture in the air, the strands of your hair absorb the moisture and swell. This causes your hair to expand and increase in volume. You're more likely to experience problems with frizzing and volume in humidity if your hair is curly or naturally dry, but all hair types can experience problems in humid air. But don't give up and blame your genes -- dry hair absorbs way more moisture than hydrated hair, so tweaking your hair care routine can help you solve summer hair problems.

Hydrating Your Hair

Moisturizing your hair prevents it from absorbing the extra moisture in humid air, decreasing frizz. Start off by adding a conditioner to your routine, such as a Caretrico  conditioner( type S) Then beat the frizz with a defrizz serum while you blow-dry or straighten your hair. Stash a small bottle of leave-in conditioner or Spice Neo Design Wax or Spice Neo Texure Wax in your purse to touch up your 'do throughout the day.

Sun Smarts

Spending your free time at the beach or pool helps you de-stress, but don't forget to care for your hair while you relax. Sun, salt water and chlorine can dehydrate and damage your hair, increasing the chance you'll have to deal with a puffy, frizzy mess later on. And if your hair is dyed or already damaged, it'll be extra vulnerable. So protect your locks by donning a cute scarf or hat while you lay out, putting in leave-in conditioner before heading outside and rinsing your hair before and after you swim.

Go Natural

Summer is the time to relax, so consider embracing your natural hairstyle, too. If your hair is naturally curly or straight, don't fight it -- humid, wet air is going to return it to its natural state anyway. Styles that let your hair cuticle lie flat minimize the chances of expansion and frizz, and too much heat or styling will dry your hair further and cause breakage and brittle locks.