How to Actually Keep Your Hair Healthy This Summer (Advice From a Houston Luxury Salon)
- Jun 2
- 2 min read
Houston summers don't play. Between the heat index sitting at "actually feels like 105," the humidity that turns a blowout into a memory within 20 minutes, and the weekends spent in pools and on boats — your hair takes a beating from June through September.
We see it every year. Clients come in with faded color, dried-out ends, and the look of someone who has been victimized by the climate. So we put together the real, honest summer hair guide from the stylists at Blondetourage.
Stop Washing Your Hair Every Day
We know this one feels counterintuitive in a sweaty Houston summer, but daily washing is one of the fastest ways to fade your color and strip your hair of its natural oils. Try to stretch to every 2–3 days. Dry shampoo is your best friend on the in-between days — we carry options in the salon for every hair type.
Protect Before You Get in the Pool
Chlorine and color are not a match made in heaven. Before you jump in, saturate your hair with clean water — your hair can only absorb so much, and if it's already full, there's less room for the chlorine to sneak in. Even better, throw a leave-in conditioner on before you swim. A quick rinse immediately after getting out of the pool also makes a huge difference.
Heat Styling: Less Is More
We know you want your blowout. And yes, your hair looks amazing when it's styled. But give your hair a few air-dry days each week when you can. If you are going to heat style, always — always — use a heat protectant. Ask your stylist at your next appointment for a recommendation based on your specific color and texture.
Don't Skip Your Gloss Appointments
A toning gloss appointment is one of the most underrated services we offer. It takes about 30 minutes, keeps your color looking fresh and vibrant between major color appointments, and is the reason some of our clients' hair always looks like they just left the salon. If your color is looking a little dull or brassy, a gloss can bring it right back.
Invest in One Good Product
You don't need a 12-step hair routine. But you do need at least one really good product for your hair type — whether that's a weekly mask, a hydrating oil, or a leave-in conditioner. Not sure what that is for you? Our stylists genuinely love talking about this stuff. Ask at your next appointment and they'll point you in the right direction from our retail selection.
The Most Important Tip: Book Your Appointment Before Summer Gets Away From You
Summer is always the season where people think "I'll book next week" until suddenly it's August and they've missed the whole thing with sad, faded hair. Book your color or touch-up appointment now so you actually have the hair you want all summer.
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