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10 Sun Protection Hair Products You Need Before Your Next Beach Day

Searching for sun protection for hair? We’re sharing 10 of the best uv protection hair products that you can add to your pre-beach hair routine.

By Wendy Rose Gould & Powered By L’Oreal Professional Products Division

Update Date: 15 Jul 2021

Playing outside in the sunshine is all fun and games until you realize the damage the sun’s done to your mane. We’re talking dried out strands, faded color, and a mane that’s prone to breaking, frizzing, and fraying. Staying inside isn’t a feasible (or fun) option, but there are things you can do to shield your hair from the sun’s damaging UV rays.

For example, you can wear sunscreen for hair, use UV protection hair products, and take measures to minimize exposure such as wearing a hat or using an umbrella. Today we’re talking about all things sun protection for hair and even showcasing some of our best products from the L’Oreal portfolio.

Is there sunscreen for hair?

Yes, sunscreen for hair does exist. Some products are simply formulated with UV protection technology and some contain actual SPF. In addition, you can use sunscreen products for your scalp, which come in both powder and spray form and should be applied directly to your hair part and other exposed areas of your scalp.

Will sunscreen damage your hair?

Sunscreen for hair and scalp are meant to protect your strands and skin—not damage it. While products formulated with SPF can make your hair feel a little oily, they will not affect the health or quality of your hair and can be rinsed out easily at the end of the day. It’s better to be shielded than exposed to the sun.

There are also UV protection hair products which don’t have SPF but do contain technology that can help reduce and prevent damage either before or after you’ve spent time outside. These come in all sorts of formulations, including shampoos, masks, and mists.

Which sunscreen is best for hair?

This ultimately depends on your personal preferences. When in doubt, ask your stylist for their top recommendations. You can also reach for any of the sun protection hair products we’ve rounded up below.

Our Best Sun Protection Hair Products

From shampoos to deep conditioning masks to leave-in sprays, these products help protect your hair from UV damage and can even help visibly repair any damage that’s been done.

Soleil Nourishing After-Sun Shampoo

Nourishing after-sun shampoo to remove chlorine, salt, and sand residue

One size only for Soleil Nourishing After-Sun Shampoo
8.5 fl oz
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Kérastase Soleil Nourishing After-Sun Shampoo

Kerastase's entire Soleil line is formulated specifically to nourish sun-exposed hair. If you've just spent the day beach-lounging or splashing around in a chlorinated pool, we recommend starting with the Soleil Nourishing After-Sun Shampoo. Infused with coconut water, it deeply hydrates the hair fiber, removes chlorine, salt, and sand, and restores smoothness and shine. And of course, it also provides sun protection.

Soleil Revitalizing Masque

A nourishing mask that restores hydration to sun-exposed hair

One size only for Soleil Revitalizing Masque
6.7 fl oz
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Kérastase Soleil Revitalizing Masque

After cleansing your hair with the Soleil After-Sun Shampoo, follow up with Kérastase’s Soleil Revitalizing Masque. This intensely nourishing mask is a light-textured gel cream that rebalances with vital nutrients, reconstructs and smooths hair fibers, improves shine, and provides sun protection.

Soleil Multi-Protection Beautifying Cream

Leave-in cream to protect against UV's, humidity and frizz

One size only for Soleil Multi-Protection Beautifying Cream
5 fl oz
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Kérastas Soleil Multi-Protection Beautifying Cream

Want a little extra credit? Complete your Kérastase shampoo and mask regimen with the Soleil Multi-Protection Beautifying Cream. In addition to shielding your hair from UV damage, it defends against frizz and humidity by locking in moisture.

Total Results Keep Me Vivid Color Velvetizer Protectant Balm

A non-sticky hair balm that protects hair from UV rays and heat.

One size only for Total Results Keep Me Vivid Color Velvetizer Protectant Balm
3.4 fl oz
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Matrix Total Results Keep Me Vivid Color Velvetizer Protectant Balm

Swap out your existing blowout balm for this protectant balm from Matrix. It boasts a non-sticky formula that shields your strands from both UV rays and heat, which in turn helps preserve your hair color and keep your strands feeling healthy.