There’s no better time than summer to let your hair down—but if you have color-treated hair, you know that sunshine and saltwater can turn gorgeous color into a brassy, brittle mess. Whether you’re platinum blonde, rich brunette, or rocking a bold fashion hue, your hair needs a little extra TLC this time of year.
At Beaudee Salon, we help clients across Rhode Island keep their hair healthy and vibrant—no matter the season. Below are our top stylist-approved summer hair care tips for color-treated hair.
1. Shield Your Hair from the Sun
Just like your skin, your hair is sensitive to UV exposure. Sunlight breaks down hair pigment, causing color to fade faster and turning lighter tones brassy or dry.
What we recommend:
- Wear a wide-brimmed hat or UV-protective hair scarf
- Use a salon-quality leave-in with UV filters
- Schedule a gloss or toner at our Hair Mini Bar to refresh and seal color
Ask your stylist during your next coloring or lightening session which products will best preserve your tone between visits.
At Beaudee, we offer personalized consultations for services like:
- Hair extensions
- Major color transformations
- Bridal styling and event glam
Ask your stylist during your next coloring or lightening session which products will best preserve your tone between visits.
2. Rinse Before (and After) You Swim
Saltwater and chlorine strip color, dry out strands, and can even turn blonde hair green. But don’t cancel your pool plans just yet—there are easy ways to minimize the damage.
Before swimming, saturate your hair with clean tap water or apply a protective conditioner. After your dip, rinse thoroughly and follow up with a hydrating mask.
If your blonde is starting to look more mermaid than golden, we can fix it with a quick toning treatment or professional deep conditioning.
3. Space Out Your Wash Days
Shampooing too often can dull your color and dry out your ends—especially if you’re using harsh drugstore products.
Instead
- Try washing 2–3 times a week
- Use sulfate-free shampoos made for color-treated hair
- Add a weekly hydrating treatment or oil-based mask
You can also visit our Hair & Beauty Guide for product ideas recommended by our team.
4. Treat Yourself to a Mid-Summer Refresh
Even with the best care, summer wears on your hair. That’s why many of our clients book a “reset appointment” in late July or August.
A professional gloss, a root touch-up, or extensions to hide damage or boost volume can go a long way.
Not sure what you need? Our stylists can assess your hair’s health and recommend custom treatments during your next visit.
5. Keep Styling Simple
Between heat tools and sun exposure, your strands deserve a break. Summer is the perfect time to embrace beachy texture, updos, and low-maintenance styling.
Need a quick style that’s summer-proof and wedding-ready? Explore our Bridal & Special Events services or book a styling session for an occasion—or just because.
Bonus Beauty: Brows, Lashes, and Glow
Hair isn’t the only thing needing attention this summer. If you want to level up your entire glow, check out our:
- Lash and brow services for a fresh, clean look without makeup
- Spray tanning for a sunless bronze without damaging your skin
- Gallery of transformations for before-and-after inspo
Every service is personalized to help you feel your best all season long.
FAQs: Color Care for Summer
Not necessarily. With the right care and products, summer doesn’t have to mean fading or damage.
Nope! We offer premium extensions that can be styled, washed, and worn all season with the right aftercare.
Absolutely. Toners and glosses are quick, affordable, and one of the best ways to revive faded summer hair.
