Why Coastal Living Is Tough on Hair
Salt water and salt air can leave hair dry and rough, sun can bleach and dry it, and breezes tangle it. Humidity near the coast can add frizz on top of that. This applies to beach towns and coastal cities from California to the Gulf Coast and Florida.
A Routine for the Coast
- 1Rinse with fresh water after the beach or pool, before salt dries in the hair.
- 2Shampoo in the evening and use a conditioner on the ends.
- 3Apply a small amount of cream to damp hair to restore smoothness and shape.
- 4Let it air dry in the breeze, and reshape with damp hands.
Be Realistic About Products
- No styling cream prevents salt or sun from drying hair. Arganiss is not a sun-protection product.
- A hat or a loose braid protects hair on long beach days.
- A leave-in oil on dry ends, plus a light cream for shape, covers conditioning and styling.
Related reading: humid climates, dry and windy climates, and the dry hair routine.
Frequently Asked Questions
It will not protect hair from salt or sun. Use it for styling after rinsing.
Rinse well and shampoo; a clarifying shampoo now and then helps. See how to wash out hair cream.
Matte gives a natural, textured look; shine gives smoothness. See matte vs shine.