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Concern 2: Humidity & frizz
See solutionsHold definition and block frizz triggering moisture in the air.
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Concern 3: Dehydration & damage
See solutionsRehydrate and replenish curls left dry by sun, salt and chlorine.
concern 1: heat & UV
How can I protect curly hair from heat and sun?
Your two-step shield against the season. Spritz our Curl Defence Spray through damp hair before you diffuse, style or head outside, it protects against sun damage, pollution and heat up to 446°F while locking in strength and reducing breakage.
Then seal the deal with our Revive 5 Hair Oil. This fast-absorbing, nutrient-rich oil creates a barrier against humidity and UV stress. On wash day, layer it over your stylers as your finishing step. Or on a beach day stir a pump or two into your conditioner and braid your hair. Founder Michele's non-negotiable before basking in the sun.
Revive 5 Hair Oil
Curl Defence Spray
Concern 2: Humidity & frizz
How do I stop curls frizzing in humidity?
Reach for a glycerin-free styler. In humid weather, humectants like glycerin draw moisture from the air into the hair, so curls swell, puff and lose their shape. Our Seal + Shield range is glycerin-free, creating an invisible barrier that smooths frizz and holds definition whatever the forecast. Apply to wet hair in sections for even coverage, and try not to touch curls as they dry.
Seal + Shield Curl Cream
Seal + Shield Curl Conditioner
Seal + Shield Curl Defining Gel
Concern 3: Dehydration & damage
How do I rehydrate dry, sun-damaged curls?
Sun, salt and chlorine strip moisture and leave curls dull, brittle and prone to breakage. Our Intensive Moisture Treatment is a weekly deep mask that restores elasticity, strength and softness bringing bounce back to thirsty curls. Use a little through mid-lengths and ends before swimming, then again on your next wash day to fully replenish.
On holiday: Pre-swim, work a little through mid-lengths and ends and tie hair back. Rinse with fresh water after, then re-treat on wash day and finish with Revive 5 Hair Oil to seal.
Intensive Moisture Treatment
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Sun and Curls: how to limit UV damage
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Swim and Curls: how to protect your hair from chlorine
More TipsLove the pool? Keep your curls strong, shiny and defined with a simple pre- and post-swim routine.
Summer Curly Haircare FAQs
How can I protect curly hair in summer?
Summer stressors like UV rays, heat, humidity and pollution can leave curls feeling dry, dull, frizzy or more prone to breakage.
To protect curly hair in summer, make Curl Defence Spray your daily shield before heat styling or time in the sun, whether you’re heading out for a picnic, attending a festival, or just spending a long afternoon outdoors.
Curl Defence Spray is designed as a daily defence step for waves, curls and coils. Its lightweight, non-greasy formula helps protect against UV stress, pollution and heat styling up to 446°F while supporting elasticity and helping reduce protein loss and breakage. Spray evenly through clean, damp hair from root to tip before diffusing, heat styling or heading out into the sun.
For styled summer hair, use it as your protective prep step before outdoor plans to help keep curls feeling soft, strong and naturally powerful all season.
What is the best curly hair routine for humidity?
The best curly hair routine for humidity is one that avoids overloading curls with moisture-attracting stylers and focuses on glycerin-free frizz protection. Wavy and curly hair feels humidity fast because some humectants, including glycerin, can draw moisture from the air into the hair. This may cause curls to swell, frizz or lose their shape. Seal + Shield Curl Cream and Seal + Shield Curl Defining Gel are glycerin-free curl defining products for wavy, curly and coily hair, designed to help support smoother, more weather-resistant definition. Apply your styler to wet hair, work in sections for even coverage and avoid touching curls while they dry. For humid days, use Seal + Shield Curl Cream for moisture and frizz control, then layer Seal + Shield Curl Defining Gel when you need extra hold.
How do I keep curls defined on holiday?
Beach and pool days can be more drying than everyday summer plans, so curls need extra care before and after swimming.
To protect curly hair at the beach or pool, focus on moisture before exposure and protection from UV rays, salt water and chlorine. Before heading out, apply a small amount of Intensive Moisture Treatment through the mid-lengths and ends, then tie curls into a bun, ponytail or braid to help keep hair protected. Follow with Curl Defence Spray to help defend against UV rays and heat while you are outdoors.
After swimming, rinse curls with fresh water where possible to help remove salt or chlorine. On your next wash day, use Intensive Moisture Treatment again to replenish moisture and bring back softness and bounce, then finish with Revive 5 Hair Oil for shine, softness and moisture-sealing on the mid-lengths and ends.