British summertime brings brighter mornings, glorious daytime sunshine, lighter evenings, and a change to our skin as we use more SPF. But, have you adapted your haircare hero products to fall in line with the change in weather?
The sun can damage your hair as much as it can damage your skin, so why not invest in a few new haircare hero products to see you through the season. We’ve included some gorgeous shampoos and conditioners, and styling and finishing sprays and creams. Plus, products for your scalp, for men, and so much more.
You’re going to want to upgrade your bathroom cabinet and your luxury travel bag as there’s something for everyone.
Shampoo & Conditioner Sets
AVEENO®, Clarify & Shine Apple Cider Vinegar Blend Shampoo & Conditioner
This AVEENO set is designed to gently clarify and refresh, lifting away build-up whilst enhancing natural shine. At the same time, the scalp is left feeling soothed and refreshed, never stripped. Suitable for all hair types, this vegan-friendly duo leaves hair feeling clean, light, and glossy. Moreover, they’re formulated with sensitive scalps in mind, the range is free from sulphates, pH balanced, and gentle enough for daily use. Priced at £8.49 each, from Boots.
Odylique, Reviving Rosemary Shampoo & Conditioner
Award-winning organic brand, Odylique Rosemary Shampoo and Conditioner are powered by dual rosemary extracts, seaweed, and aloe amino acids. These support scalp health and strengthen hair at the root. Equally, they are lightweight, nourishing, softening, and strengthening. Ideal for summer travel. Priced at £14.50 (shampoo), and £18.50 (conditioner), from Oqylique.
OGX, Bond Repair Protein Repair Collection
This collection from OGX is formulated to target, rebuild, and protect the hair bonds that may be damaged. These 5 products include, OGX Bond Protein Repair Shampoo, Conditioner, 1-Minute Treatment Mask, 230°C Heat Protect Spray, and 3-in-1 Oil Mist. Your damaged hair will be restored in no time. Furthermore, the set nourishes, repairs, strengthens, hydrates, tames, smooths, and locks in shine. Priced from £4.99 – £9.60 each, from Amazon.
Scalp Haircare Hero Products
Charles Worthington, Scalp Restore Collection
The three-step spa-inspired scalp care ritual was designed for healthier looking hair and scalp. They gently remove product build-up, excess oil, and visible flakes while keeping the scalp cared for. Powered by niacinamide and a sustainable biotech microalgae active. In addition, the range helps balance the scalp and extend time between washes, leaving hair fresher and cleaner for longer. Additionally, it delivers results that are gentle, comforting, and easy to use. Priced at £9.99 (shampoo), £9.99 (conditioner), £14.99 Scalp Scrub, from Boots.
Neutrogena, T/Gel® Scalp Relief Anti-Dandruff Shampoo
This clinically proven scalp relief shampoo starts to work from the very first wash to relieve scalp dryness and itchiness while helping prevent flakes. Developed for dandruff-prone scalps, including those prone to scalp psoriasis and seborrhoeic dermatitis. Plus, this formula is infused with 3% salicylic acid to deeply cleanse and 0.75% piroctone olamine to help fight and prevent flakes for up to 24 hours. Priced at £6, from Amazon.
Styling & Finishing Haircare Hero Products
Philip Kingsley, Daily Damage Defence
For everyday protection from harmful UV rays, this leave-in conditioner spray can be used on wet or dry hair. Firstly, it can detangle. Secondly, it nourishes and adds moisture. Thirdly, it boosts shine and fights frizz. It is a lightweight yet intensive conditioning spray. Perfect for airdrying hair in the warmer weather. Priced at £21, from Philip Kingsley.
Remi Cachet, Hairarchy Blow Dry Spray
Meet Remi Cachet’s Hairarchy Blow Dry Spray a multi-tasking mist for natural hair and extensions. It boosts shine, tames frizz, protects from heat, and weather-proofs your style. Ideally, giving a salon-quality blow dry at home rain or shine. Exactly what’s needed during summer season as we never know what the weather will throw at us! Priced at £25, from Additional Lengths.
Keune Style, Air Flow Priming Lotion
Air Flow is a lightweight, multi-functional priming lotion designed for the natural hair movement and effortless air-dried styles. Ideal for warmer months. Of course, Air Flow helps create soft, touchable hair with long-lasting hold, up to 48-hour frizz control and added Vitamin E. Similarly, helping protect the hair from UV and pollution. In midnight blossom. Priced at £24.95, from Keune.
Curlsmith, CurlFit Reviving Mist Infused with Micellar Technology
This lightweight micellar mist absorbs sweat at the roots, neutralizes odours and redistributes natural sebum for lasting hydration. In short, leaving your scalp feeling clean and curls moisturised. Also, formulated to refresh the scalp and curls, it will instantly cool the scalp and add a boost of moisture. All while maintaining curl definition. To sum up, CurlFit uses micellar water technology that traps sweat, dirt, and impurities from the scalp while keeping curls hydrated and healthy-looking. Priced at £25, from LookFantastic.
Haircare Accessories & Supplements
Manta, Healthy Hairbrush
Manta is redefining the scalp-first haircare market with its award-winning Healthy Hairbrush, created by British hairdresser Tim Binnington. Featuring a patented ultra-gentle, flexible design that prioritises scalp health, minimising breakage. For instance, effortlessly detangling, ideal for those experiencing fragile hair linked to dietary changes, stress, or hormonal shifts. The Flex guard technology allows the brush to flex in the hand and adapt to the contours of the scalp. Thus, reducing tension and protecting the most delicate strands. Priced from £30 at Manta Hair.
Folly Nutrition, Biotech-Powered Hair Growth Gummies
Folly is the world’s first biotech-powered hair growth gummy designed to deliver pill-strength actives in a gummy format that’s carefully formulated. It’s all about supporting thicker, stronger, healthier hair from within, designed for women experiencing thinning, shedding, and hormonally driven hair changes. In addition, Folly uses proprietary, pharma-grade multi-layer microencapsulation technology Folly Microspheres™. Finally, it protects sensitive ingredients from heat, moisture and loss of potency. Priced from £32/$42 per month, from Folly Nutrition.
Haircare Hero Products For Men
Green People, No. 10 Itch Away Shampoo
Powered by natural and organic plant actives, this shampoo calms the scalp, helps reduce irritation and flakes, and is specifically made for men. It is enriched with pineapple enzymes to fight the flakes naturally. In conclusion, a great choice for men with thinning hair, as the volumising goodness of quinoa protein supports a thick full head of hair. Priced at £18.50, from Green People.
Fudge Urban, Thick Fix Styling Cream
Fudge Urban Thick Fix Styling Cream is designed to instantly add thickness and volume to fine or short styles, giving hair a fuller, more textured look. Its lightweight, matte finish offers a flexible, non-greasy hold, for everyday wear. Enriched with beeswax, providing natural texture and hold while conditioning and nourishing hair, keeping it soft and healthy. Priced at £8.49, from Boots.
https://www.boots.com/fudge-urban-thick-fix-75ml-10380536
13 Outstanding Haircare Hero Products – Words by Rachel McAlley @LadyRach
