Summer-Proof Your Hair: The Ultimate UV Protection Guide
The sun is shining, the pools are calling, and the beach days are in full swing—but what about your hair? Just like your skin, your hair needs protection from the sun’s harmful rays. UV exposure can lead to color fading, dryness, brittleness, and overall damage. Luckily, we’ve got you covered (literally) with Aveda's best sun care and UV-protecting products to keep your hair vibrant, healthy, and vacation-ready all season long.
Why UV Protection for Hair Matters
We often think of SPF for our skin, but the sun can do a number on your hair, too. Prolonged exposure to UV rays can: • Fade color-treated hair • Dry out and weaken hair fibers • Make strands more prone to breakage • Leave hair feeling rough, dull, and lifeless
And that’s before we even factor in chlorine, saltwater, and heat styling. Your hair deserves just as much TLC as your skin—and that starts with the right protective products. __
Your Beach Bag Essential: Sun Care Protective Hair Veil
Think of this as sunscreen for your strands. This lightweight, water-resistant mist forms an invisible shield on your hair to defend against the drying and color-fading effects of the sun. Powered by UVA/UVB filters derived from wintergreen and cinnamon bark oils, it protects without weighing hair down.
How to Use: • Spritz on dry or damp hair before sun exposure • Reapply after swimming or every few hours • Toss it in your beach bag—you’ll want it with you all summer __
Full-Spectrum Hair Protection for Summer
Sun protection doesn’t stop at a single product. We’ve rounded up the ultimate UV-defense lineup to help you maintain smooth, vibrant hair no matter what summer throws your way. Color Control Shampoo + Conditioner Lock in your color and boost shine with this duo that helps protect against fading caused by sun and water exposure.
Nutriplenish™ Daily Hair Repair Infuses dry hair with lasting hydration while defending from heat and UV damage—perfect for daily use after beach or pool days.
Botanical Repair™ Leave-In Treatment Strengthens and protects hair from the inside out while shielding it from environmental stressors like sun and heat. __
Double Duty Stylers: Style + Protect
These salon-favorite styling products don’t just help you look great—they’re working overtime to defend your hair from sun, humidity, and heat damage.
• Smooth Infusion™ Perfect Blow Dry: Creates smooth, frizz-free styles that last—even in humidity. • Smooth Infusion™ Style Prep: Primes and protects hair before heat styling. • Brilliant™ Damage Control: A multitasking mist offering UV, heat, and breakage protection in one. • Brilliant™ Anti-Humectant Pomade: Keeps styles sleek by locking out humidity. __
Post-Sun Must-Have: Sun Care Hair & Body Cleanser
Chlorine, saltwater, sunscreen residue—it all builds up fast. Enter your new summer shower essential. Aveda’s Sun Care Cleanser gently but effectively removes impurities while restoring moisture.
• Rinses away chlorine, salt, and product buildup • Prevents discoloration caused by minerals • Enriched with tamanu oil and organic coconut oil to nourish and hydrate
Perfect for after pool days, beach trips, or any time your hair needs a fresh start. __
Keep Your Color Fresh All Summer Long
Protecting your color investment doesn’t stop at the salon. With the right UV protection products in your routine, you can keep your hair healthy, hydrated, and stunning all season. From pre-sun prep to post-sun recovery, these essentials will help you enjoy every sunny day—without the damage.
Ready to protect your hair from the sun? Stop by the salon to pick up your summer hair care essentials, or ask your stylist for personalized product recommendations.