6 Home Cares To Protect Hair From The Sun

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JAKARTA - Excess sun exposure causes the skin to become brownish, lose elasticity, age ahead of time, and can result in sunburn. But what about hair?

Your hair can also dry, dull, change color, brittle, and prone to branching if you are often exposed to sunlight. That's why you have to take care of your skin-like hair and protect it from potential damage.

VOI will share information on home care to protect hair from sunlight.

The best way to protect hair from damage from sunlight, according to Dr. Rinky Kapoor, Dermatologist, Cosmetic Dermatologist, and Skin Surgeon at The Esthetic Clinics, reports Health Shots, Friday, September 15 is with sunscreen. Yes, just like skin, hair also needs sunscreen. You should wear sunscreen every day. Apply sunscreen at least 15 minutes before leaving the house. Apply again every three hours.

The following is a prescription sunscreen as well as a simple hair mask that can be made on its own.

Essential oil of wine seeds

Coconut oil and lime juice

Aloe vera and avocado hair masks

melon masks and olive oil

Shea butter and avocado hair masks

In addition, you are advised to wear a hat while doing outdoor activities. Diligently also use conditioner and coconut oil for extra protection. As much as possible avoid the use of hair styling tools because the heat can damage strands.