We strongly advise against submerging your hair extensions in sea or pool water (trust us, they prefer dry land!). But we also get it, when the sun’s blazing and the water’s sparkling, resisting a dip is nearly impossible. So, before you cannonball your way into summer, let’s talk about how to keep those luscious locks looking their best, even when beach days and pool parties call your name.
Chlorine and saltwater are damaging for hair extensions in the summer months. Whilst we enjoy the beach or pool, natural oils are stripped, hair and scalp become dehydrated and reactions to chemicals occur; causing potential breakage and discolouration to your hair.
And if you have coloured hair, extra caution is required to protect against colour fade and murkiness. Here we dive into a pre-protect and post-care routine to have you summer ready!
So, how can you protect your hair extensions pre-swim?
We recommend using MUVO Revolution Leave-in Treatment before the beach or pool so that your swim-care regime is put in place before you enter the water. Revolution Treatment is a multi-tasking solution - applied before swimming it will provide hydration and a layer of protection against colour fade, the environment and heat (designed to protect against hot tools up to 220°C!).
With an impressive line-up of ingredients for healthy hair that includes UV protection, it’s a must for coloured and non-coloured hair; Native Australian Finger Lime & Quandong Fruit Extracts, Argan Oil, Avocado Oil, Jojoba Seed Oil, Irish Moss, Nettle Leaf, Marshmallow Root, Mallow Flower, Shea Butter and Apple Cider Vinegar.
And post-swim care?
STEP 1:
MUVO Scalp Cleansing Spray with Wild Orange Leaf, Pineapple, Salicylic, Glycolic, Lactic and Citric Acids is a pre-shampoo product that gently exfoliates the scalp to remove dead skin cells, chlorine and residue gently away (without gritty bits). We recommend spraying onto the scalp and hair post-swim and leave in until you step into the shower. Once the clean water washes through, the formulation will have activated to remove all traces of chemicals to return scalp and hair health back to normal PH levels (with Glycolic Acid – derived from sugar cane) and achieve a nourished, healthy hair and scalp (with Wild Orange Leaf extract). Extra benefits! – using Scalp Cleansing Spray will prevent itchy, flaky scalp, dandruff, acne, dermatitis, psoriasis and eczema (with the powerful enzymes of Pineapple extract)!
STEP 2:
Once your pre-shampoo step is complete, we recommend the invigorating MUVO Deep Cleansing Shampoo (with Australian Wild Orange Leaf extract) that ticks many boxes for clarifying and hydrating post-beach holiday or for heavy swimmers: detoxifies the scalp by gently removing grease, smoke, chlorine, styling products & residue from product build-up, provides that ‘clean hair’ feeling but is gentle enough to use everyday and is non-stripping, balances PH and oil production (ideal for fine hair and normal to oily/oily hair) and prolongs the life of your hairstyle.
STEP 3:
To provide a barrier and seal the goodness in, follow with MUVO Rapid 1 Minute Treatment to speedily revitalise, nourish, condition and add shine to your hair. It’s the perfect post-swim treatment to provide nourishment for damaged, dry and brittle hair that will increase manageability and smoothness. It features a hydrating vitamin C boost, antioxidants and strengthening amino acids for optimal scalp and hair health. Ideal for all hair types including colour treated hair. Potent Finger Lime Caviar with its delicate juicy pearls and the impressive multi-functional Desert Quandong release a wide range of benefits for healthy hair including: promoting tangle & frizz-free hair, gloss & shine, strengthening, boosting hydration, protecting against damage from UV and heat.
Top up with MUVO Revolution Leave-in Treatment as a leave-in conditioner (already mentioned for pre-swim protection)
Why MUVO?
We partner with MUVO and confidently recommend their care products to keep your extensions in their best shape. MUVO develop and test their products using Angel Extensions making this collaboration a match made in heaven.