7 Mistakes You’re Making with Your Summer Hair Care (and How Our Hairdressers in Concord NH Can Fix Them)

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May 24
2 min read

1. OVER-WASHING AFTER EVERY SWIM

Stop scrubbing. Daily shampooing strips natural oils. Chlorine stays. Moisture leaves. Frizz happens.

THE FIX Rinse with fresh water first. Coat hair in conditioner before the pool. Use sulfate-free shampoo only 2-3 times per week.

SALON SOLUTION Book a Post-Pool Detox & Repair. Clarifying cleanse + deep hydration mask. Keep your ends fresh.

2. SKIPPING UV PROTECTION

Sun fades color. UV rays weaken protein bonds. Hair becomes brittle. Think of it like skin: it needs a shield.

THE FIX Wear a wide-brimmed hat. Use professional leave-in sprays with UV filters. Keep hair bundled in loose updos.

SALON SOLUTION Color Lock Summer Treatment. Protective gloss + UV-filter finish. Available now at The Color Lounge Salon & Spa.

3. JUMPING INTO THE POOL WITH DRY HAIR

Dry hair is a sponge. It absorbs chemicals immediately. Blondes turn green. Brunettes turn dull.

THE FIX Soak hair in the shower before you swim. Apply a light hair oil to seal the cuticle. Create a barrier.

SALON SOLUTION Blonde Rescue Toning. Neutralize brass. Restore shine. Expert colorists in Concord, NH.

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4. DIY COLOR TRANSFORMATIONS

Box dye + summer sun = disaster. Chlorine reacts with cheap metallic salts. Color turns patchy. Hair integrity fails.

THE FIX Leave the chemistry to us. Avoid home "sun-lightening" kits. Natural lemon juice dries hair out: don't use it.

SALON SOLUTION Summer Glow Transformation. Lived-in color. Hand-painted balayage. Safe. Professional. Concord's best stylists.

5. NEGLECTING REGULAR TRIMS

Sun and salt travel up the shaft. Split ends grow faster in summer. Skipping trims leads to more breakage later.

THE FIX Schedule a "Dusting" every 6 weeks. Keep the shape. Remove the damage. Retain length.

SALON SOLUTION Precision Shape-Up. Maintain your style. Call 603-856-8057 for an appointment.

6. USING HIGH HEAT IN HIGH HEAT

Blow-drying in 90-degree weather is overkill. Double heat exposure. Fried cuticles. Dull finish.

THE FIX Air-dry with a professional styling cream. Low-heat settings only. Embrace natural texture.

SALON SOLUTION Professional Blowout Service. Long-lasting style. Minimal heat. Perfect for summer events in NH.

7. TIGHT ELASTIC DAMAGE

Pool hair is fragile. Tight ponytails snap wet strands. Traction breakage around the hairline.

THE FIX Use silk scrunchies. Loose braids only. Wide-tooth combs for detangling.

SALON SOLUTION Scalp & Hair Strengthening Treatment. Repair the damage. Reinforce the bonds.

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STYLE OF THE DAY: THE CONCORD GLOWUP

SERVICE: Lived-In Blonde + Butterfly Cut VIBE: Effortless. Chic. Low-maintenance. TIME: 3 Hours. RESULT: Dimensional color that grows out beautifully. No harsh lines. No stress.

BRIDAL TRENDS: SUMMER 2026

LOOK: Soft Romantic Updos. DETAIL: Face-framing tendrils. DURABILITY: Humidity-resistant finish. LOCATION: On-site or in-salon Concord NH. PACKAGES: Custom bridal styling for the whole party.

SUMMER SERVICE MENU

SERVICE	SUMMER SPECIAL	REG. PRICE
Deep Condition & Trim	$65	$85
Full Balayage Glow	$185+	$220+
Signature Blowout	$45	$55
Bridal Trial	$95	$110
Scalp Detox	$35	$50

TRANSFORM YOUR LOOK

Don't settle for summer damage. The best stylists in Concord are ready for you. Experience the transformation.

THE COLOR LOUNGE SALON & SPA 121 S Main St, Concord, NH 03301 Visit Our Website

CALL TO BOOK 603-856-8057