How to protect your hair from the sun? Your new ally is Hop Sun Care Defence Mist

In summer, days grow longer, trips to the beach and pool become routine, and we spend much more time outdoors. However, while we enjoy the sun and water, we often forget that it’s not just our skin that needs protection: our hair suffers too. The impact of UVA and UVB rays, saltwater, chlorine, and even wind can weaken the hair fibre, drying it out, dulling its colour, and damaging the scalp. That’s why, this summer more than ever, care for your hair with a proper routine that includes a specific sun protection product, like the new Hop Sun Care Defence Mist from Montibello.

Why is it important to protect your hair from the sun?

Prolonged sun exposure can alter the hair’s structure, causing it to lose shine, become brittle, and, for coloured hair, fade more quickly. Additionally, heat and solar rays affect the scalp, leaving it more sensitive and dry.

“During summer, hair is exposed to aggressors like UVA and UVB rays, which penetrate the hair fibre and damage the cuticle, leading to loss of moisture and colour. Just as we apply sunscreen to our skin, it’s essential to use specific products to protect hair from the sun and keep it healthy, strong, and naturally shiny”, explains Elena Rodríguez, owner of Eldan’s Colorists salon in L’Hospitalet de Llobregat (Barcelona).

Practical guide to keeping your hair safe

1. Use specific products to protect hair from the sun

“The best defence for hair in summer is a product that combines protection, hydration, and treatment in one step. Incorporating a hair sunscreen into your daily routine is key, as these products create an invisible film that shields against UVA and UVB rays, chlorine, saltwater, and free radicals. This prevents sun damage to the hair fibre and scalp. Opt for lightweight formulas that hydrate without weighing hair down, making them ideal for use at the beach or pool”, says Mayte Garrote, director of Different Estilistas in Zamora.

2. Avoid direct exposure during peak hours

Try not to expose your hair to the sun between 12 PM and 4 PM, when solar radiation is strongest. Use hats, scarves, or turbans to protect both your hair and scalp.

3. Rinse hair after swimming

After swimming in the sea or pool, rinse your hair with fresh water to remove saltwater or chlorine, which can dry out and damage hair. This prevents salt or chemical residues from acting like a magnifying glass under the sun, intensifying damage.

Your hair’s ally against the sun: Hop Sun Care Defence Mist

One of the standout products in the new Hop Sun Care range is the protective and conditioning Defence Mist. Its leave-in formula is designed to shield hair from sun damage, chlorine, saltwater, and free radicals while providing softness, shine, and long-lasting frizz control.

Thanks to its lightweight texture, it can be applied to both wet and dry hair without weighing it down or leaving residue. The result is loose, protected, and visibly healthier hair, even after hours of sun or water exposure.

“Its formula features resveratrol, an ingredient derived from grape seeds that provides genuine antioxidant protection against sun damage. It safeguards colour, strengthens the hair fibre, and keeps the scalp balanced. It’s an ingredient that makes a real difference in hair sun protection”, notes Mercedes Sastre, director of 3K peluqueros salon in Madrid.

This summer, don’t forget that protecting your hair is just as important as caring for your skin: choose your products wisely, follow a consistent routine, and let your hair enjoy the sun without compromising its health or beauty.