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The goddess of love Aphrodite once appeared from the sea foam – and her hair was luxurious. But not every one of us can boast of such after returning from vacation. We understand why.
Benefits of sea water for hair
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Contains a set of minerals and trace elements, including iodine, magnesium, selenium, silicon, potassium, calcium, sodium and further on the periodic table. While swimming in the sea, these substances penetrate the hair structure.
It has antibacterial and antiseptic properties, which is also explained by the high salt content (an average of 35 g per 1 liter of water).
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Harm of sea water for hair
The points listed below must have been encountered by everyone who has ever rested at sea. This is how sea water works on hair.
Makes them tough. Much like in a young chemist’s kit for growing a crystal, each hair is saturated with salt and becomes brittle from this. Salt penetrates the cuticle (along with all the beneficial elements) and affects the hair at a structural level.
Dries. After a long stay at sea, hair can be compared to straw. This is especially true for initially dry or dyed hair.
While swimming with an uncovered head, the water refracts the sun’s rays like a lens and greatly increases their intensity. As a result, the strands burn out and dry.
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How to take care of your hair at sea
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“Rinse any water with additives (whether it be sea water or chlorinated from the pool) with fresh water, taking a shower with a mild product without aggressive surfactants,” advises Vichy brand expert Ekaterina Turubara.
Swim in a special cap or cap, scarf – as it is more convenient.
If you can’t immediately rinse off the salt water, dry your hair thoroughly with a towel without rubbing it.
Choose shampoos based on the drying effect of sea water. Use them more than usual.
Give your hair extra protection with sun protection and leave-in care.
During and after a beach holiday, make moisturizing and nourishing masks.
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Cosmetics Review
Strengthening hair serum against split ends Fructis “SOS-recovery. Healthy Roots, Garnier with regular use, heals hair, prevents cross-section. Amla oil saturates the hair with vitamins, fills microcracks.
Hair mask “Total recovery 5”, L’Oréal Paris with calendula oil and ceramides intensive care, restoring hair along the entire length, making them healthy, smooth and shiny.
Dercos Nutrients Nutri Protein Revitalizing Shampoo, Vichy contains praxis oil and quinoa bran with proteins necessary to restore the building components of the hair. The result is radiant beautiful strands.
Volumizing Moisturizing Serum Elseve “Hyaluron Filler”, L’Oréal Paris for dehydrated and thin hair, with hyaluronic acid moisturizes and strengthens the hair, making it more resistant to the damaging effects of external factors.