The days are hot and sticky, beach trips stretch long and salt crusted. And yet, the zenith of the famously searing Australian summer blesses our hair with a new lease on life. It emerges from ocean dips boasting often-sought “mermaid waves”, or natural highlights from increased sun exposure, while easy hairstyles that protect strands from relentless rays - think top knots and braids - open up myriad new looks.
But with those benefits come challenges. The harsh sun can damage hair, making it dry, brittle and weak. Environmental conditions, like wind, seawater and humidity, plus lifestyle factors - think increased
