Though it sounds dramatic, when living in the heat and humidity of NYC during summer, it really can feel like being reborn when you step into the shower and remove the products, oil, and city grime from our tresses. But, like all things, the benefit we get from the products we use is only equal to their quality. That goes from the first step to the last step of a hair care regimen.
Our own search for the best hair care products for summer inspired us to share our research with you. Here are out favorite summer hair care recommendations from the first to the last step of a hair care ritual; or perhaps we should say from tip to root.
CLEANSING
If we think about our hair care as a cycle we like to think of washing as the rebirth. After all, your body is your canvas and every time you shower, you’re wiping it clean. So, what are our favorite products for this part of the ritual? Oribe.
It’s not easy to cleanse hair of the pollutants and products that accumulate between shampoos without stripping out protective oils. Fortunately Oribe’s Signature Shampoo ingredients of Coconut, Oat, & Corn derived cleansers do a beautiful job of cleaning without depriving hair of its health. In addition, the shampoo has healing flower & fruit extracts that repair the hair. Not to mention it contains UV protection too.
CONDITIONING
It’s not just that we like to match, we really love the Oribe line of conditioners too. Our favorite is the Oribe Gold Lust Repair & Restore Conditioner. Although it’s ultra hydrating with its Argan & Marajuca Oils, it’s not greasy. The benefits include softening the hair & minimizing split ends, and of course UV Protection.
REPAIRING
When it comes to long summer days, it’s a good idea to take time to repair. Our favorite repair treatment is Sachajuan Hair Repair. This special elixir actually stimulates cell regeneration, and a little bit can go a long way. Simply massage a small amount into your cleaned hair and let it sit for 5-10 minutes for stronger, healthier hair.
STYLING for HUMIDITY
Finding styling products to use on summer days that won’t be greasy, is not easy. Fortunately, we know a brand for lightweight styling that we really love, Philip Kingsley London. Smooth Cream is one of the best products in his line for summer as it calms frizziness that is bound to happen in humidity. It also contains sunscreen that offers your hair UV protection, a must for summer.
REVIVING HAIR
It’s important to have a regimen for between shampoos, especially in the heat. Our favorite plan is Kloran Dry Shampoo with Oat Milk. Not only does it add body and absorb oil, its possible to get tinted versions so there is no visible dry shampoo residue.
CREATE BEACH HAIR without the BEACH
Lastly, we love this product simply because of what it does! If you haven’t been to the beach but want your hair to look like it has… try this sea salt spray. Believe it or not, it not only creates a pretty texture, it will infuse your hair with antioxidants like Green Tea Extract and Spirulina. And to make it that much lovelier, they added the fresh scent of Bulgarian Rose Water.
Now you have amazing haircare products to beat the heat and humidity on crazy hot NYC days!
Text by Lindsey Alexander, Photos by Lavett & Chin, and Net-A-Porter