It’s no secret that in some places maintaining a mane is much more difficult than in others. Vacationing in low-humidity Las Vegas can leave your hair dry and static-filled, while a trip to humid Houston can cause even the best-kept hair to turn frizzy.
While changing weather conditions are a minor annoyance for travelers, for those living in cities with humidity, wind speed, and other detrimental factors, these conditions can also lead to increased spending at the salon. there is.
“Brazilian blowouts and keratin treatments are all the rage,” said Toni Lundin, a stylist at Craft Salon in Houston. Lundin explains that some of her clients get a Brazilian blowout twice a year to reduce the effects of the weather on their hair. The first time was at the beginning of the summer, and the second time was during the holiday season.
This treatment uses a liquid keratin formula that binds to your hair, reducing frizz and creating a protective barrier that prevents further damage. At Lundin’s salon, the procedure typically costs about $365 and takes about three months, but she also offers a $150 maintenance Brazilian blowout that lasts a month.
However, apart from salon treatments, there are also low-cost ways to deal with the effects of climate on your hair, such as accepting the effects of weather on your mane.
“My hair is very straight and I don’t mind a little frizz. I have fine hair, so it helps a little bit,” Lundin said. She also suggested that people could wear their hair more naturally or wear it up to reduce the effect of weather on their style.
“People wear their hair up a lot here. It’s hot and humid,” Lundin said. “Most people don’t let their hair down during the summer because it’s too hot.”
Houston was one of 10 locations recently featured in an analysis by beauty scheduling software Goldie that identified the unhealthiest cities for hair. The analysis looked at wind speed, humidity, UV index, and water hardness to determine which American cities are most likely to suffer from bad hair days.
“Living in a bustling city is full of challenges, and your hair is no exception. The elements can wreak havoc on your locks. By incorporating simple habits into your daily life, you can protect your hair no matter where you live. , to maintain healthy, vibrant hair,” said Ian Stribling, Goldie’s General Manager.
“To protect your hair from the elements of the urban environment, protect it from the wind with a scarf, choose anti-frizz products to keep out moisture, wear a hat, use a heat protectant to protect it from UV rays, and use a cooling shampoo. Please consider using a shower filter to prevent hard water.
Keep reading this article to learn which cities in America are the worst for hair health.
