Get Your Best Hair Ever: 3 Summer Hair Care Habits to Start Today by Musely Editors Get Your Best Hair Ever: 3 Summer Hair Care Habits to Start TodayIs your hair feeling frazzled this summer? All of the sun, heat, and chlorine in these warmer months can do major damage, especially if you’re dealing with thinning or breakage already (luckily, new solutions with the most potent ingredients to grow hair are available). Here are some smart hair care habits to help you nurse those locks back to good health before the dog days are over. Habit 1: Give the ponytail a breakYes, getting your hair up and off your neck is a well-worn summer tradition. But repeated pulling and tension on the scalp can lead to traction alopecia, a type of hair loss. If it goes untreated and repeated, it can permanently destroy the hair follicle. But it is typically treatable if identified early. If you’re experiencing hair loss or thinning, get prescription treatments that actually work. Rather than defaulting to a daily updo, let your hair down every now and then or wrap hair in a silk scarf to get it off your face. And when you do pull it up, be sure to use a satin or silk-wrapped hair tie as opposed to a skinny elastic which can lead to breakage. Habit 2: Wet hair before diving into the poolDid you know? Dry hair will soak up chlorine or salt like a sponge if you jump straight into the pool. Instead, wet your hair with clean, fresh water (say, from a nearby outdoor shower) before diving in. Rinse again as soon as you’re done swimming. Habit 3: Cool it on the dry shampooIt’s tempting to refresh hair with dry shampoo more often in the summertime when you might be spending more time between washes. Or if your hair is feeling limp and oily from the heat. But beware of overuse. Dry shampoo residues can build up on the scalp over time and block follicles, leading to hair loss. Ultimately, remember: dry shampoo is not a replacement for washing your hair. Hair needs a proper wash to remove dirt, oil, and buildup to maintain a healthy scalp. A healthy scalp is a major part of growing thick, gorgeous hair. Prevent and treat excess shedding with The Hair Solution, a once-a-day topical treatment with the most potent ingredients available, including prescription-strength topical minoxidil, dutasteride, spironolactone, and more.