1. Go Coconuts! – Grab extra virgin coconut oil and apply a generous amount to your dry hair. Try to do this at least one hour before your swim. Using coconut oil on dry hair will prevent your strands from swelling up with water. Coconut oil is the only oil small enough to penetrate the shaft giving it the most protection. Our Vancouver hair salon team swears by this trick before jumping in the pool or ocean!

2. Get Clean – Wet your hair thoroughly before you go into any ocean or pool. Your strands will drink up the fresh water giving it way less room to invite that chlorine or salt water in.

3. Clarify – It’s important to use a clarifying shampoo immediately after swimming because you don’t want to leave the chlorine or salt just sitting on your hair and scalp. Clarifying shampoo is the only way to remove the chlorine or salt water from your hair. Our Vancouver hair salon team recommends using clarifying shampoos with caution though because some can strip your hair of its natural oils and be very drying. Use a small amount and try not to use clarifying shampoos more than once or twice a month.

4. Deep Condition – Always remember to deep condition after you wash your hair during the summer! This will help restore moisture and keep your locks looking healthy and luscious.

Zone Hair Gallery is a highly rated downtown Vancouver hair salon located at 528 Homer Street, in the heart of the downtown area and close to Gastown.