Late Summer Hair Care Tips

Jask salon and day spa
1 day ago
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By August, Summer has usually taken a toll on our hair.

What started the season looking healthy, shiny, and full of life may now feel dry, frizzy, dull, or simply harder to manage. Between sunshine, humidity, swimming, travel, and more time outdoors, our hair works harder than we often realize.

The good news? A few simple changes can make a big difference—and help your hair look and feel healthy for the rest of summer and into Fall.

☀️ 1. Summer Sun Can Dry Out Your Hair

Just like your skin, your hair is affected by UV exposure. Combined with heat and humidity, hair can lose moisture, making it feel rough or brittle.

JASK Pro Tip: Treat your hair to a professional conditioning treatment every few weeks during the Summer. At home, use a moisturizing shampoo and conditioner and consider wearing a hat when you're spending long periods in the Sun.

💦 2. Chlorine and Lake Water Leave Their Mark

Pool chemicals and minerals in lake water can strip moisture from your hair and even affect colour, especially blondes and highlighted hair.

JASK Pro Tip: Rinse your hair with fresh water before and after swimming. Wet hair absorbs less chlorine, and rinsing afterward helps remove residue before it has a chance to build up.

✨ 3. Has Your Colour Lost Its Shine?

Sunlight naturally fades hair colour over time. Blonde shades may become brassy, while brunettes and reds can lose richness and vibrancy..

JASK Pro Tip: A professional toner or gloss treatment can restore shine, refresh your colour, and extend the life of your colour between appointments.

✂️ 4. Don't Wait Too Long for a Trim

Split ends don't repair themselves. Left untreated, they can travel farther up the hair shaft, leading to more breakage.

JASK Pro Tip: A light trim every 4-6 weeks keeps your hair healthier, improves manageability, and helps maintain your style.

🌿 5. Less Heat Is More

Summer often means we can let our hair do more of the work naturally.

JASK Pro Tip: Whenever possible, let your hair air dry or reduce the use of hot styling tools. Your hair will thank you with improved moisture and less damage over time.

Summer Is the Perfect Time for a Refresh

Late Summer is an ideal time to refresh your look before the busy Fall season arrives. Whether you're thinking about a fresh haircut, brighter highlights, a colour refresh, a deep conditioning treatment, or simply getting your hair back to feeling healthy again, our experienced stylists are here to help.

Plus, while you're visiting, why not enjoy a little extra self-care? Treat yourself to a rejuvenating facial, manicure pedicure, waxing or sugaring,, lash & brow service, or one of our luxurious spa packages for the complete JASK experience.