The importance of sunhat protection for redheads
When the sun comes out I get serious about avoiding sunburn (and actually take it personally if I fail), by choosing to stay in the shade where possible as well as pausing for regular sunscreen top-ups.
If exposure to the sun isn’t done in a sensible, or correct way, then the sun could damage your body in many ways. Not only does the sun affect your skin, it can impact your eyes, hair, mood, and energy levels. In the worst case scenario, it can also affect your long term health and wellbeing. However, that being said, if you take the necessary precautions for sun exposure – you have nothing to fear!
Protecting your head from the sun, will prevent heatstroke, heat exhaustion, a burned scalp, and hair damage. Yes, a hat will protect your lovely ginger hair, too!
Did you know that the sun’s UV rays can affect your hair’s natural lipids? The lipids are the good stuff that makes your hair shine, and so they’re well worth shielding to avoid your hair looking dull. As well as all of this, your scalp is extremely vulnerable to sun damage, too. It’s always tricky to protect your scalp in the sun, whether that’s with accessories, a protective spray, or just hiding indoors all day, so you mustn’t forget your delicate scalp.
I wear a hat every day that the sun is strong, both to ensure that my natural shade doesn’t become sun-bleached and also to protect my hair from the wind, which can cause knots and lead to breakage.
Plus, a good hat adds flair and interest to your look as well as keeping you cool-headed, so here’s our pick of the bunch to get you thinking about your summer headwear.
There is such a range of sunhat out there for you to match with your identity! Take a look at these:
Basic Hats:
Funky Hats:
If you the sun has got to your hair faster than our advice has got to you, don’t panic! To repair a dry scalp, just use natural oils, and give yourself a scalp massage. This only takes five minutes! Do this twice a day for the best results:
Simply apply coconut or argon oil to your fingertips, and gently massage your scalp – you can do this in the shower, in bed, or sat on the sofa watching Netflix. Be sure to move all around your head for the most coverage!
Last updated on June 19, 2023