Sun, salt water and chlorine may be summer staples, but they wreak havoc on hair. Prevent damage and color fading by spritzing hair with an SPF product, like Redken UV Rescue Leave-in Protective Moisturizer, SPF 12, $15. Also, wet your hair before swimming (your hair can only hold so much water, so if it's already wet it wont soak up as much chlorine or salt water).

After your day at the pool or beach, repair damage with a nourishing and hydrating hair mask, like Alterna Ten Hair Masque, $55. Leave it on overnight (wrap up your hair or put a towel over your pillow) for maximum benefits.

Forget that boring old pony! There are so many other chic styles that will keep your hair out of your face. Try a French-braid headband (this video will show you how) or if you have short hair, this slicked-back look is perfect (you can even use sunscreen or deep conditioner to slick it!).