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Heat Wave: 10 Products You Need This Summer

Things are heating up around here, and with hot weather and salty water comes a whole new list of beauty concerns, from heat protection to frizz to highlights and cute poolside accessories. Here are 10 products you need this season.

BEACH HAIR ANYWHERE: PACK A SALT SPRAY

When you can't make it to the beach for a dip, a salt spray is the next best thing for that effortlessly cool, sexy tousled hair that we covet all summer long.

ALWAYS WEAR PROTECTION: USE A HEAT PROTECTANT

Heat protection that is. You probably know by now to use a heat protector before you style with hot tools but did you know you can apply one before heading out on a sunny day to shield your hair from UV damage? Not only do heat protectants offer much-needed protection but they also work to flatten frizz and improve manageability. Happy hair days all round!

WASH AND GO: SHAMPOO IN A CAN

Soak up oils, refresh hair and add a little texture, everyone should have dry shampoo on their bathroom shelf, in the car or on hand in a bag. For an instant revamp whether you're pushing out wash day one more time or need something to take you from day to night. It's like a hairdo in a can!

NEED A LIFT? GET HIGHLIGHTS. NO SALON NEEDED

Illuminate highlights or gradually lighten your hair - think Sun In but a luxurious version that won't leave your hair uneven and patchy.

LOCK & GO: LOCK IN MOISTURE

Lock in moisture and you're ready to go. A leave-in conditioner is a must-have throughout any season, they are equally as important during a cool blast as they are under the hot sun. Slather your fave formula on damp hair before styling or let air dry and reap the benefits.

ANTI HUMIDITY HALO

We're all too familiar with that frizzy halo that springs up as humidity levels rise. Bloated, swollen hair isn't the most glamorous, but it can be managed. Seal off the cuticle with an ultra-fine layer of resistance, a humidity blocker. Incorporate it into your daily summer haircare regimen to keep that sleek blowout or defined curls in place.

REST & RECOVER: DEEP TREATMENT

After a day in the surf or prancing around in the sun, treat your hair to a deep hydrating treatment once a week to keep the dry strands at bay. It's all about being proactive, not reactive.

OFF YOUR FACE: CLIP YOUR HAIR BACK

We're talking about hair accessories to keep your hair off your face when it gets in the way after a swim, when you're a bit sweaty in the heat, or when your friend isn't around to hold your hair back. Claw clips, headbands, scrunchies - take your pick!

YOUR FACE NEEDS PROTECTION TOO: SPF ALL DAY

I don't know who is leaving the house without SPF slathered on their skin at any time of the year but the sunny season calls for even more vigilance.

SPRITZ TO REFRESH: A COOL MIST WILL SORT YOU OUT

A great setting spray with a little bit of a glow or a breath of fresh air when the heat gets a bit too much. Keep a face mist in your car, handbag and beach bag too.

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