How to Protect Your Hair from Chlorine, Sun & Summer Heat | Fort Collins Hair Salon

We all love summer. But does your hair love it, too?

Summer in Fort Collins is a dream—hikes at Horsetooth, dips in the pool, rooftop patios, and backyard BBQs. But while you're out soaking up that Colorado sunshine, your hair may be begging for mercy.

At Gallipott, we see the seasonal shift happen every year: dry ends, dull color, brittle strands, and frizz from humidity or heat. Fortunately, there’s a better way. This guide shares how to protect your hair from chlorine, UV rays, and summer stress using holistic care, clean beauty products, and the artistry of our Fort Collins hair salon.

Why Summer is So Hard on Your Hair

Sun, water, and weather can all damage your hair in different ways:

• Chlorine strips natural oils and can turn color-treated hair brassy or greenish.

• UV rays degrade keratin, fade color, and dry out your strands and scalp.

• Heat + dry air lead to brittle hair and frizz—especially if you use hot tools.

Even in relatively dry Fort Collins, activities like swimming or traveling to more humid climates (hello, beach vacations) can wreak havoc. Luckily, there are proactive steps you can take.

Three Summer Hair Fixes from a Fort Collins Hair Salon

1. Clarify + Reset After Swimming

Before jumping into the pool or lake, rinse your hair with clean water. Why? Wet hair absorbs less chlorine. Afterward, use a clarifying shampoo like Davines SOLU to gently remove buildup without stripping the scalp.

Pair it with NOUNOU conditioner to restore softness and shine. And for a deeper detox?

Ask us about our scalp reset treatment—a gentle in-salon ritual using Davines products that purifies while nourishing your roots.

Gallipott pro tip: Our detoxifying Solu Salt Scrub is a summer essential. Especially if you swim often or use styling products with SPF.

2. Hydrate + Shield Against the Sun

Before heading out, prep your hair like you’d prep your skin—with UV protection. We love Davines OI All-in-One Milk, which offers lightweight moisture and heat protection. It’s ideal before beach days, hikes, or even just walking Old Town in the sun.

If your hair feels especially parched, try a nourishing hair mask treatment at Gallipott. We tailor every treatment to your hair’s needs—hydrating curls, reviving blondes, softening coarse textures.

Need a quick fix? The OI Hair Butter is rich enough to use as a weekly mask and small enough to travel with.

3. Limit Heat Styling—or Do It Smarter

Summer already stresses your hair, so it’s important to scale back on hot tools. When you do style, prep with Melu Hair Shield and let your tools cool down a notch.

Or better yet? Come in for a Gallipott blowout. We use professional tools, Davines heat-protective products, and expert techniques to give you long-lasting style without the damage.

Fort Gallipott's Summer Hair Care Essentials

As a Fort Collins salon committed to sustainability, we use and sell only products we trust. These are our summer go-tos:

• Davines SU Hair Milk – UV protection for sun-drenched days

• OI All-in-One Milk – Detangles, softens, protects from heat + sun

• Solu Salt Scrub Cleanser – Ideal for swimmers, product users, and scalp care

• NOUNOU + MOMO Conditioners – Moisture support for thirsty hair

• Travel-size Kits – Curated by your stylist, perfect for mountain trips or beach escapes

You can grab them in the salon or through our online store.

Visiting a New Climate? Prep Before You Go

Many Fort Collins locals head for humid climates in the summer—coastal weddings, tropical vacations, or weekend lake trips. That change in humidity can make hair behave very differently.

Before you go:

• Get a trim to remove dry ends that will frizz faster in moisture

• Grab anti-humidity products like Davines This Is A Curl Building Serum or More Inside Medium Hold Modeling Gel

• Ask your Gallipott stylist for product samples that match your destination

Bonus: We can help you build a compact travel kit with TSA-approved sizes!

Book a Seasonal Treatment Before Summer Ends

Summer hair care doesn’t have to be complicated—but it does require intention. A clarifying service, nourishing mask, or customized take-home kit can make all the difference in how your hair feels in August.

Click below to book a seasonal reset or protective blowout tailored to your hair type.

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Why Gallipott?

We’re more than a Fort Collins hair salon—we’re your sanctuary for elevated, eco-conscious beauty. Every service is rooted in Gallipott’s core values:

• Holistic Care: We look at the whole picture—scalp, strand, lifestyle, and environment.

• Luxury for All: Premium Davines products and top-tier expertise, always personalized.

• Educated Expertise: Our stylists stay trained and inspired to give you their best.

• Community Connection: We’re proud to serve our neighbors with heart and integrity.

Let your summer memories be golden—not your hair color (unless you want it to be). Come visit Gallipott for products, treatments, or just honest advice on keeping your hair beautiful and balanced this season.

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