Sun, salt, chlorine — the summer trio that causes damage
Human hair is mainly keratin — a protein built from amino acids linked by disulfide bonds. These bonds give hair its structure, elasticity and strength. And it's exactly these bonds that the summer trio attacks: UV radiation, sea salt and pool chlorine.
Protection BEFORE — what to do before you go in the water
Physical protection: turban, silk cap, hat. A silk scarf or satin turban not only shields hair from UV and wind but also avoids friction, unlike cotton. On the beach, a wide-brimmed hat protects both your hair and your face.
Repair AFTER — what to do once you're back from the beach
- Step 1 — Micellar shampoo: Micelles surround and lift away dirt, mineral salts and residue without harsh action. Use it after every day at the beach or pool — the longer salt and chlorine sit on your hair, the more damage they cause.
- Step 2 — Keratin mask: Hydrolysed keratin particles penetrate damaged areas of the hair shaft and fill in gaps. Leave the mask on for at least 10–15 minutes under a warm towel — heat opens the cuticle and helps active ingredients penetrate.
- Step 3 — Leave-in serum: Apply a serum containing silk proteins or oils to damp, towel-blotted hair. It seals the cuticle and prevents moisture loss during drying.
Nanoplastia and keratin treatments — your holiday "insurance"
If you're planning an intensive holiday, a keratin treatment performed BEFORE you go away is one of the best investments you can make in your hair.
- It blocks salt and chlorine — a smooth, sealed cuticle keeps out impurities
- It protects against UV — an extra protein layer absorbs part of the radiation
- It makes daily care easier — hair doesn't tangle, frizz or become static
- Results often last several months — potentially covering the whole summer season
- Fine, delicate hair — nanoplastia doesn't weigh it down
- Curly hair — it doesn't straighten aggressively; many clients keep their natural curl
- Coloured hair — it can strengthen colour and help prevent it from washing out
What NOT to do — summer myths
Your holiday protection plan — a summary
- 2–3 weeks before you leave: A keratin treatment or nanoplastia
- In the morning, before the beach: Coconut oil on the length + SPF mist
- Right before going into the water: Wet your hair with fresh water
- At the beach: Hat, turban or scarf
- Straight after swimming: Rinse your hair with fresh water
- In the evening: Micellar shampoo + keratin mask + serum
- After your holiday: A repair visit at the salon
At J'ADORE INSTYTUT
If you want to head off on holiday with "insurance" for your hair, book a trichology consultation and a keratin treatment or nanoplastia at one of our salons in Warsaw (Żelazna, Mińska) or Krakow (Karmelicka). Our specialists will choose a treatment suited to your hair type, level of damage and holiday plans. And if you've just come back from your break and can already see what the summer sun has done, come in for a repair ritual that can help restore your hair's health and shine.
