Every summer in Vero Beach, a few of my clients walk in looking defeated. They sit in my chair, run their hands through their frizz, and whisper, “James, I give up. The humidity won.” I get it. Florida air has a way of undoing even our best efforts.
The good news? With a few small changes, you can stop fighting your hair and start working with it. Here’s what I tell my regulars who want healthy, beautiful hair all season long.
1. Start With a Moisture Boost
It sounds backwards, but dry hair frizzes faster. When your strands are thirsty, they grab moisture from the air, and Florida gives them plenty to grab. Keeping your hair hydrated helps it resist puffing up the second you step outside.
- Use a hydrating hair mask once a week
- Apply a light leave-in conditioner before styling
- Seal the ends with a tiny bit of oil or serum
In our salon, I’ve seen clients who switched to a weekly deep treatment have smoother blowouts that last days longer. That’s why many of our Vero Beach clients also book Brazilian Blowout treatments during the summer. It gives their hair a silky shield that holds up beautifully in the humidity.
2. Protect Your Color From the Sun
Sunlight doesn’t just tan skin, it fades hair color fast. Especially those beautiful coppery reds and dimensional brunettes we spend hours perfecting in the salon. I always tell clients to think of UV like bleach. The more exposure, the faster your color fades.
- Wear a hat if you’ll be outside for hours
- Use a UV-protective spray before heading to the beach or pool
- Rinse with cool water after swimming to remove salt or chlorine
When color starts looking dull, even a quick gloss service can bring it back to life. It’s one of the easiest ways to keep hair vibrant all season long, and it keeps the hair feeling healthy too.
3. Embrace Softer Styling
Between beach days, pool dips, and endless sunshine, your hair is already working overtime. You don’t have to stop styling completely, but try to be a little gentler about it.
- Let your hair air dry halfway before blow drying
- Switch to a microfiber towel to reduce friction
- Use heat tools on a lower temperature setting
I had one client who cut her heat usage in half, and the difference in shine was night and day. Her hair stopped snapping at the ends, and her highlights looked brighter just from being healthier.
4. Get a Smart Summer Cut
One of the easiest ways to beat summer frizz is trimming away the most damaged parts. Even removing half an inch can help your hair lie flatter and behave better.
If you’ve been thinking about switching up your style, this is the perfect time. I love giving my Vero Beach clients lived-in layers or light face-framing cuts that move in the breeze but don’t puff up. A good cut can save you so much daily styling time.
You can book a haircut and styling appointment with me or Jean or Victoria anytime. We’ll help you choose something flattering, fresh, and Florida-proof.
5. Plan for Touch-Ups
Between sun, salt, and sweat, summer puts your hair through it. Even if you baby it at home, it’s smart to plan for a few salon visits to keep everything on track.
Whether it’s a gloss to revive your tone or a trim to clean up the ends, building those appointments into your calendar makes it so much easier to keep your hair healthy and looking like you actually live at the beach on purpose.
Final Thoughts
Healthy summer hair isn’t about working harder. It’s about working smarter. A few simple changes now can save you hours of fighting with frizz later. And honestly, summer should be about enjoying yourself, not worrying about your hair.
If you’re ready to make your hair routine a little easier this season, come see us at James Geidner Hair Studio at 541 Beachland Boulevard, Vero Beach, FL 32963. Call us at 772-492-8440 or book online here. Let’s get your summer hair under control so you can get back to the beach.