Blonde hair always turns heads, but it also deserves a little extra care—especially during Kelowna’s sun-soaked summer months. From bright days by the lake to refreshing dips in the pool, the season’s best moments can leave blonde tones faded, brassy, or dehydrated.
To keep your blonde luminous and touchably soft all season long, consistent protection, toning, and hydration are key. Whether you’re a cool platinum, warm honey, or soft golden beige, here’s how to keep your blonde as breathtaking as the day it was done.
What Summer Really Does to Blonde Hair
Blonde tones are especially vulnerable to seasonal stress. Prolonged UV exposure breaks down delicate pigments, causing fading and unwanted warmth. Chlorine can leave a greenish cast, while mineral-rich lake water often results in dryness and dullness. Add frequent heat styling or tightly secured buns on damp hair, and you have the perfect storm for fragile, stressed strands.
Keep the Brass Away
Brassiness is one of the most common summer blonde concerns. Incorporating a purple shampoo once or twice a week helps maintain a cool, balanced tone—but moderation is key. Overuse can lead to dryness or a flat finish. Always follow with a hydrating conditioner to replenish moisture. For an in-salon refresh, a professional gloss or toner will restore shine, correct undertones, and extend your colour’s vibrancy.
Hydration is Non-Negotiable
Lightened hair naturally holds less moisture, making hydration essential. Treat your hair to a nourishing mask once a week to replenish softness and prevent breakage. Daily leave-in conditioners or lightweight oils provide ongoing protection, especially during sun exposure. Products with UV filters or antioxidant protection not only preserve colour but also shield strands from further environmental damage.
Don’t Skip the Rinse
Before and after swimming, always rinse your hair with fresh water. Pre-soaking helps prevent chlorine or salt from penetrating the hair shaft, while rinsing afterward removes lingering chemicals and buildup. For extra defense, apply a lightweight protective mist before sun-filled or poolside days.
Trim for Strength and Shape
Blonde hair—especially when lightened—can become dry and delicate at the ends more quickly than deeper tones. Regular trims every 6 to 8 weeks help maintain a polished shape while keeping strands strong and healthy. Even a subtle refresh of half an inch can noticeably improve softness, movement, and overall manageability.
Keep Your Blonde Bright, All Season Long
Blonde hair is effortlessly beautiful, but it flourishes with consistent care. Hydration, tone correction, UV protection, and regular trims work together to preserve vibrancy and maintain silky, healthy strands through every patio evening, lakeside afternoon, and late-summer adventure.
Ready for a Mid-Season Refresh?
Restore brilliance with a personalized toner, gloss, or deep-conditioning treatment at FORD Salon—and keep your blonde luminous from now through the last days of summer.