Summer can be tough on hair—heat, chlorinated pools, and sea salt all contribute to dryness and damage. As the season winds down, it’s time to focus on replenishment. Start with a clarifying shampoo to remove product buildup, salt, and chlorine residue. Follow up with a deep conditioning mask, ideally once a week, to restore lost moisture and elasticity.

Trimming split ends is also key, preventing further breakage. If your hair feels especially brittle, look into protein treatments that fortify each strand. Switching to gentler styling methods—like air-drying whenever possible and using heat protectants if you must blow-dry—will go a long way toward healing summer-stressed locks. With consistent care and a little patience, your hair can bounce back to its healthy, glossy state before the new season fully arrives.