Dry hair is the number one issue we face come September. "Hair can't repair itself, we have to put back in what was taken out," Reitman says. If your hair feels dry and even crunchy, he recommends using an intense hydrating mask like Moroccan Oil Masque, $48.75 weekly. After shampooing, apply the mask. Step out of the shower and blast hair with a blow dryer set on medium heat to help the hair expand, allowing the product to penetrate the hair shaft. Once your hair is warm, let the mask set for another 10 minutes then rinse.
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Add life to your color
"Salt, sun and chlorine" are what Cutler says cause certain hair colors (mostly blondes and redheads) to turn brassy. In order to restore your hair color to its former glory, he recommends heading to the salon for a gloss or glaze treatment. They are less costly than getting full color and will restore the tone of your original hue while adding shine. Once your color is repaired, use color protecting shampoos and conditioners (try Pureology Hydrate Shampoo and Conditioner, $22.95 each) and always apply a UV blocking styling product before heading outdoors (try Kiehl's Leave-In Hair Conditioner, 29.50).
With summer fun unfortunately comes post-summer hair damage. After spending time in the wind, sun, chlorine, salt water and air conditioning your hair may be dull, brassy, frizzy, dry or brittle. Follow these expert tips from stylists Rodney Cutler, owner of the Cutler salons in New York City and Barry Reitman of the Kevin Josephson Salon in Beverly Hills, Calif. to make your hair look healthy and gorgeous again.
