Humidity vs. Hair: The Battle Continues

Praise the Lord!

Today, I am wearing not flip flops, but suede boots. And while many of my loved ones are mourning the loss of summer, I couldn’t be happier. Why? Because summer humidity ending means that my hair might just look halfway decent. And that, ultimately, matters to me a lot more than one more beach day.

Image credit: Asili Chi Salon and Spa

However, it’s just a vision of things to come: summer still has a few weeks of strength left, and for many of you, the humidity ain’t going anywhere. That doesn’t mean you all cannot still look fabulous.

Kim Shackelford, owner of Asili Chi Salon and Spa agrees, “The most important thing to know is how to use the tips and tricks for your hair type. If you have curly hair, the same tips would not apply for someone with straight hair. And in the end it’s all about confidence, you need to feel good, even if it’s throwing your hair back in a cute beachy style. You have to feel comfortable in your own skin.”

So what are the best tips for your hair type? Kim gave us a bit of guidance!

Curly

My hair is naturally curly, so I can especially commiserate with this one. If y our hair is naturally curly, the humid weather will only enhance the natural curl. So instead of straightening it out and getting the frizzy look; embrace the curls!!! Sport the look by adding a layers which will accentuate the cute curls.

Straight

Even girls with straight hair are effected by humidity, no matter what they say! Smoothing serum is your best friend during the humid summer months. Almost every different hair product has a smoothing serum line as well. Simply finger the serum through your locks when it’s wet, blow-dry as you normally would. To finish it off add a smoothing cream to the bottom of your locks to ensure that the frizz will stay away.

Ethnic Hair

Yes, we know – summer can be really trying and drying on ethnic hair. It’s best to keep your hair hydrated all the time, use lots of conditioner and avoid straightening your hair too often as it is very drying and draining on your hair.