Before you take that dip in the pool...

ask yourself:  What am I doing to protect my curls?  The summertime is full of pool parties and relaxing days at the beach.  You already know its imperative to apply sunscreen to your skin before you head out into the sun.  But its just as equally important that you take the same care with your hair.  Remember, your hair is an extension of your skin and it deserves the same amount of protection and attention.  Here are three products that I like:

1. Aveda Sun Care Protective Hair Veil

With your hair in a bun or pony tail and saturated with a LIC, spray some of this liberally all throughout your hair BEFORE you head to the sun,pool or beach. This is a lightweight, water-resistant UV defense mist that forms an invisible screen to help protect hair from sun exposure for up to 16 hours! It helps with color fading, damage and dryness.  Feel free to touch up with a a spritz or two throughout the day. 

2. Aveda Sun Care Hair and Body Cleanser 

This color safe formula gently and effectively removes chlorine, salt and product build-up, while helping to maintain moisture balance.  This should be used IMMEDIATELY after your day at the pool or beach.  Chlorine can turn plump and luscious curls into dry and brittle straw.

3.  Aveda Sun Care After-Sun Hair Masque

This intensive and rich cream  helps to restore sun-exposed hair,moisturizes and helps defend against free radicals.  Indulge in this rich treatment.  It will make your curls soft and defined again.

For more information on the ingredients in these products, go to:  www.aveda.com and search for "sun care".