Summer Hair Care 101: Protecting Your Hair from Pool, Beach & Sun Damage in Roswell Georgia

sararacheff
Jun 4
5 min read

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Let’s be real: nothing beats a summer day spent poolside or at the beach with a good book and sun on your shoulders. But as relaxing as it feels for you, summer can be downright brutal on your hair. Chlorine, salt water, and UV rays all do a number on the health, texture, and color of your strands. If you’ve ever noticed your highlights looking brassy, your curls feeling crispy, or your ends splitting faster than you can say “margarita,” you’re not imagining it.

Looking for the best summer hair care and you live in Georgia? Whether you're lounging by the pool, swimming in the ocean, or just soaking up the sunshine, your hair takes a hit from chlorine, salt water, and UV rays. These elements can lead to dry, brittle, frizzy hair—not exactly the summer vibe you’re going for. In this guide, I’ll break down what happens to your hair in the heat, how to prevent damage, and which professional-grade products (hello, Hair Story Primer and Malibu Swimmers Shampoo) will help you keep your hair soft, shiny, and strong all season long.

☀️ The Science: What Summer Actually Does to Your Hair

1. Chlorine (hello, pool hair):Chlorine is a harsh chemical that strips the natural oils from your hair. It’s especially damaging to color-treated hair and can lead to dryness, brittleness, and even a green tint in lighter blondes. Chlorine also opens up the hair cuticle, allowing minerals (like copper) to deposit—making damage and discoloration even worse.

2. Salt Water (the sneaky dehydrator):Salt water acts like a moisture magnet—drawing water out of your hair and leaving it parched. While the texture might give you those “beachy waves,” the reality is it’s sapping your hair’s hydration and weakening its structure over time.

3. Sun (your hair’s silent enemy):UV rays break down the protein in hair (keratin), weakening the strand and fading color. Think of it like sun damage for your skin—except there’s no SPF built into your hair. Left unprotected, hair becomes dull, brittle, and frizzy.

💡 So What Can You Do About It?

Here are my go-to best practices (and favorite products!) to help your hair thrive in summer:

1. Prep Before You Dive In

Before you even touch the water, saturate your hair with clean, fresh water or a leave-in conditioner. Why? Because wet hair acts like a sponge—if it’s already full of clean water, it can’t soak up as much salt or chlorine.

📄 Bonus Tip: Spritz in Hair Story’s Primer before heading out. It’s a lightweight leave-in conditioner that also offers UV protection, helping shield your strands from sun and heat damage while keeping your style intact. I love it as a pre-sun treatment and a post-wash detangler.

2. Rinse Immediately After Swimming

Even if you don’t shampoo right away, rinsing your hair with fresh water as soon as you leave the pool or ocean can help minimize how much chlorine or salt sticks around and starts causing trouble.

3. Clarify Gently (Don’t Strip It All)

After a day in the pool, swap your regular shampoo for a clarifying option designed to remove chlorine and minerals.

🛀 My go-to: Malibu Swimmers Shampoo & Conditioner.This duo is specifically formulated to remove chlorine, salt, and copper build-up without drying your hair out. It’s gentle enough for color-treated hair but tough enough to detox those post-pool strands. The conditioner helps restore moisture and smoothness so you don’t walk away with hay for hair.

4. What About Salt Water?

Salt can be just as drying as chlorine, so after a beach day, think “rehydrate and replenish.”

📄 Try a deep conditioning mask like Amika Soulfood Nourishing Mask or Hair Story’s Hair Balm as a leave-in for air-drying. If you’re dealing with tangles or dryness, go in with a Tangle Teaser brush and Hair Story's Primer to bring your texture back to life.

Want an extra layer of protection before hitting the beach? Coat your ends with a lightweight oil or balm to help repel salt and reduce moisture loss. Hair Story’s Balm doubles as a styling cream and protective shield.

5. Cover It Up When You Can

A wide-brimmed hat or silk scarf does double duty—protecting your hair and scalp from UV rays and keeping you stylish. Think of it as SPF for your hair, especially if you color regularly or are prone to fading or brassiness.

6. Hydrate From the Inside Out

Yes, drinking water helps your hair too. But beyond that, focus on moisture-rich products during your summer routine: co-washes, leave-in conditioners, masks, and protective styling (like loose braids or buns) will go a long way.

🔁 Final Thoughts

You don’t have to choose between healthy hair and a fun summer. With a few simple swaps and some intentional care, you can protect your strands from the worst of summer’s stressors—and keep your hair looking and feeling amazing, all season long.

If you’re not sure where to start or need help customizing a summer care routine for your specific hair type, let’s chat during your next appointment—I’m happy to walk you through it.

💼 Product Recap:

Before the sun or swim: Hair Story Primer (UV protection + leave-in)
After the pool: Malibu Swimmers Shampoo & Conditioner
After the ocean: Deep conditioning mask + lightweight balm or oil
Ongoing: Hats, hydration, and gentle detangling

📍 Summer Hair Care Services in Roswell, GA

If you’re looking for a hair stylist in Roswell, Georgia who gets how to balance beauty with practicality (and make your hair look amazing in the process), I’d love to help. I specialize in natural, low-maintenance color like balayage and soft grey blending—perfect for summer. My private salon suite offers a relaxing, one-on-one experience just outside Atlanta, with customized hair care plans and treatments to fit your lifestyle.

Whether you’re battling chlorine damage, fading highlights, or just want a fresh summer glow-up, I’ve got you covered.

🖤 Located in Roswell, GA🗓 [Book your summer hair appointment here]🔍 Serving Roswell, Alpharetta, East Cobb, and North Atlanta

Your summer hair care routine doesn’t have to be complicated—it just needs to be intentional. Whether you're dealing with chlorine buildup, salt water dehydration, or sun-induced frizz, a few simple changes and the right products can make a huge difference.

Looking for a hair stylist in Roswell, GA who specializes in balayage, grey blending, and summer hair care treatments? I’m here to help you create a routine that fits your life and your hair goals.