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Get Perfect Hair in Any Weather

Rain. Snow. Heat. Humidity. Here's how to look flawless, no matter what Mother Nature has in mind

by Kristina Grish

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Remember when clichés could actually forecast the weather: March went in like a lion and out like a lamb, after the rain came a rainbow, and April showers brought May flowers? Predictable seasons told us how nature would behave, and thus, when to change over our wardrobe, how to pack for a vacation, and how our hair would react from one day to the next. And while you may have needed a stylist's advice at the start of a season for this last point, you could then use her tips until the weather reliably transitioned again.

Cut to today's world, where blizzards co-opt Halloween and daffodils bloom in February. And as we're sure you've noticed, the same wacky temperature swings that change nature's course also freak out your hair and make it a real challenge to style.

"Certain conditions affect a natural protein called keratin that gives hair its strength and shine," says Luke O'Connor, a Suave Professionals stylist based in Beverly Hills, Calif. "For instance, when heat damages hair, the shaft's cuticle gets ruffled and/or broken; this makes hair dull and lifeless. It also causes moisture loss, which leads to frizz and a lack of shine and body. Humidity also brings out frizz and makes hair look flat."

So while we may have once suggested a few styling tricks or products to store in your cabinet this season, we now suggest that you study up on all of them, or at least return to this guide after reading your weather report each day. We've included tips from pros and TotalBeauty.com readers alike, so you'll never battle a bad hair day again -- no matter what it looks like outside.

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Nice information

by EricaC123 Friday, December 28, 2012 at 11:17AM Report as inappropriate

These are some really great tips! I live in a climate where we experience all 4 seasons of the year. As the seasons change, so does my hair routine along with the products I use. I've not used much of the Suave Professionals, so I look forward to giving some of these products a try!

by flirtygirl214 Tuesday, July 17, 2012 at 11:28AM Report as inappropriate

good tips.

by lazorc Saturday, April 14, 2012 at 10:52AM Report as inappropriate