Your hair is your crowning glory. And regardless of length and texture, we all want our hair to look like it’s been nurtured by salon professionals. But with fasting, high temperatures and harsh humidity this season, it can only mean one thing: you need to step up your hair care game and keep your hair hydrated as it is for the rest of your body.
“Hot temperatures and intense summer heat makes our hair more prone to some serious stress and damage.” says Maggie Semaan, International Celebrity Hair Artist. “While fasting during the holy month of Ramadhan can bring multiple physical benefits, fasting for longer periods can lead to dehydration which can wreak havoc on your hair.” she added.
Here, Maggie shares the ultimate Ramadhan hair care guide to help you get the most out of your hair this season:
BYE BYE SPLITS
The best way to start is by refreshing your hair with a trim. If your hair strands currently consist of split ends and aren’t healthy, intense sun exposure can only make it worse.
Pro-tip: a haircut every 3 months on average is the ideal to maintain healthy hair growth.
SCALP CARE
A healthy scalp means healthy hair and just as your skin needs its SPF, so do your locks. Utilising hair products enriched with a UV filter will help protect your scalp from harmful rays as well as working to maintain your hair’s moisture levels.
HAIR SERUM
Applying a hair serum after every time you wash your hair will not only help calm the frizz your hair may experience during the hotter months of Ramadhan but can also protect your hair from environmental pollution and repair damage. If you have a crown of curls, a simple hair serum routine will improve and support those curl’s moisture during the day.
HAIR MASK
Hair masks provide your hair with much needed nutrients that can work wonders for your hair than your average daily conditioner. It’s a great “me-time” ritual you can do once a week to keep your hair intensely moisturised and restore it to its healthiest state.
COVER UP
Use a hat or a scarf whenever you’re out in the sun. Besides a great fashion accessory, it protects your hair from damaging UV rays, helping retain scalp moisture.
HYDRATION IS ALWAYS KEY
Did you know that water makes up almost 25% of the weight of a single hair strand? It is the main source and key ingredient that contributes to hair growth and plays a vital role in the overall health of your mane. Now imagine what dehydration can cause to your hair. Pro-tip: make sure to drink lots of water in between iftar and suhoor.
ABOUT MAGGIE SEMAAN
With almost two decades of experience, Maggie Semaan has transformed her passion into an art. She is an International Celebrity Hair Artist, a sensation, a trend setter, a leader in her field.
An International awards winner, an influencer on Fashion Week in Paris, NYC & Dubai and transforming the heads of Royalty, celebrities and influencers around the world are just a few of her accomplishments. Her career has been propelled by her remarkable experiences.
Unmatched in passion and grit, Maggie is best known for her dedication to precision, discipline, and education. Her work is exceptional.
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