How do you protect your hair from the sun? If you're asking yourself this question, you're in the right place. Because between the sea, the pool, the wind, and UV rays, summer can become a real challenge for your hair. By the end of the holiday, hair is often dry, dull, and brittle. And no, it’s not just the saltiness: the sun's rays damage the hair fibre, weakening your hair.
The good news is that we can protect our hair from the sun without giving up the beach. All you need are the right allies: hair sun protection products. Sprays, oils, hair milk... they are light, invisible, and designed specifically to shield against UV rays and keep your hair hydrated, soft, and shiny.
In this article, you’ll find everything you need to know: what to use to protect your hair from the sun, how to choose the right product before and after exposure, and the best hair sunscreens for your specific needs.
What to Use to Protect Your Hair from the Sun?
Specific UV protectors for hair are lightweight formulas with UVA and UVB sun filters, nourishing oils, and antioxidant agents; they are non-greasy and won't weigh hair down. You spray them on before (and during) sun exposure and reapply them like regular SPF.
Whether you're heading off for a month by the sea or simply want to protect your hair in the city, the important thing is to choose a specific hair sunscreen, designed to create a barrier against UV rays.
The goal is the same for everyone: soft, shiny hair without that 'straw' effect.
During Exposure: How to Choose Your Hair Sun Spray
Hair sunscreens are applied before going out and can be reapplied throughout the day. They are designed to protect the hair fibre from UV rays and dehydration, creating an invisible barrier against external agents (sun, sea, pool). Do you have coloured hair? Biopoint's sun protection products for hair are enriched with the special Colour Protective System, which protects coloured hair, preventing colour shifting and dullness.
There are different types of hair sun protection, but how do you choose the one best suited to your hair type? Here is our advice to find the perfect product for you.
• Sun Oil: Ideal if you love rich textures and a shiny finish. It deeply nourishes and leaves hair soft and glossy, protecting it from dryness and fading. With Grape and Carrot Extract and Jojoba and Corn oils, it also has an antioxidant and moisturising action, perfect for defending the hair fibre under the sun.
• Sun Spray: Perfect for those looking for lightweight, invisible protection. It sprays on instantly, isn't sticky, and protects hair from sun stress, keeping it soft and natural. Thanks to Jojoba Oil and Grape Extract, it helps maintain moisture balance even after hours in the sun.
• Hair Milk: Ultra-light, ideal for fine hair or hair that tends to get greasy easily. Its fluid, milky texture is absorbed immediately and protects without weighing hair down. Enriched with Ceramides and Grape Extract, it helps prevent dehydration and keeps your hair soft and silky.
After Exposure: The Routine That Nourishes and Repairs
After a day in the sun, wind, and salt water, hair needs extra pampering. To prevent dryness and breakage, you need a complete after-sun routine: moisturising, repairing, and light. Biopoint's after-sun products contain Vitamin E, Collagen Proteins, and Grape Extract—an ideal mix for bringing your hair back to its best shape.
• After-Sun Shampoo: Gentle yet effective, it cleanses and removes salt, chlorine, and sand. Its conditioning formula nourishes and protects, leaving hair immediately lighter and revitalised.
• After-Sun Mask: A true boost of nourishment. The rich texture envelops the hair and works deeply to counteract dryness and fragility. Apply it after shampooing, leaving it on for a few minutes.
• Instant Leave-in Conditioner: If you have little time or want a quick boost of hydration, this is the product to always carry with you. You spray it onto damp or dry hair, and it immediately works against the 'straw-like' effect typical of post-sun exposure.
And if you return to your hairdryer and straighteners after the seaside? Protect your hair from styling heat too with a good heat protector: it's the final, essential step in your summer routine.
Sun Exposure, but with Style (and Protection)
Summer is the season of freedom. And your hair deserves to enjoy it without stress. With the right hair sun protection, you can enjoy every moment in the sun without fear of damage.
Choose your routine, protect your hair, and live the most beautiful season of the year with light, soft, and shiny hair.
