Holidays are made for slowing down. We pack a suitcase, leave the everyday behind and finally give ourselves room to breathe.
Our hair, however, does not take time off from needing care.
Sun, sea salt, wind and chlorine may be part of the perfect summer escape, but they can also leave hair feeling dry, tangled and less luminous. So how do you protect it while travelling — without turning your suitcase into a portable bathroom?
The answer is simpler than you might think.
1. Choose one deeply nourishing conditioner
Rather than packing several conditioners and masks, take one exceptional formula rich in humectants and emollients - including natural oils and butters that help replenish moisture, smooth the hair and protect it from dryness.
Ingredients worth looking for:
- Mongongo oil
- Baobab oil
- Abyssinian oil
- Tsubaki oil, also known as camellia oil
- Sweet almond oil
- Hyaluronic acid
- Algae and ocean botanicals
One carefully chosen conditioner can be all you need, especially when it has a rich, concentrated formula. Leave it on for a few extra minutes after long days in the sun or water to give your hair a more intensive conditioning treatment.
Discover: Luare - The Signature Conditioner
2. Protect your ends before swimming
The sea and pool may feel like a holiday for you, but they can be demanding on your hair.
Before swimming, smooth a few drops of hair oil through the lengths, paying particular attention to the ends. This creates a lightweight protective layer that helps reduce moisture loss and leaves the hair less exposed to the drying effects of salt and chlorinated water.
Check: The Elixir Hair Oil combines mongongo oil with nine additional oils and botanical extracts, making it an effortless pre-swim treatment.
You can also apply it to dry hair throughout the day to smooth flyaways, enhance shine and help control frizz. Its lightweight, silicone-free formula nourishes without leaving a heavy or greasy finish.
3. Do not forget your scalp
During summer, we carefully protect the skin on our face and body with SPF, moisturising lotions and after-sun care — yet the scalp is often overlooked.
It, too, can be exposed to heat, sunlight, dryness and discomfort.
Choose a gentle shampoo containing ingredients that support a balanced, comfortable scalp, such as:
- Prebiotics to support the scalp microbiome
- Bioferments to help soothe and condition
- Aloe vera, panthenol or hyaluronic acid to hydrate and comfort
A hat or scarf remains essential when spending extended time in direct sunlight.
When your scalp needs extra attention, finish the day with a gentle massage. Use your fingertips or a wide-tooth comb with smooth, rounded teeth to encourage relaxation and release tension after a day in the sun.
Try: The Coastal Comb + delicate, scalp-caring shampoo: The Signature Shampoo
4. Choose your hair accessories wisely
Small changes can make a meaningful difference, especially when hair is wet and at its most fragile.
Instead of traditional elastic bands that may pull, crease or break the hair, pack:
A silk scrunchie
It holds hair gently, helps minimise unwanted creases and is comfortable even on delicate, damp lengths.
A hair claw
Perfect for effortless beach updos, relaxed French twists and polished holiday styling.
A cotton scarf or wide-brimmed hat
It helps shield the scalp from direct sunlight while adding an elegant finishing touch to your look.
Practical, beautiful and easy to fit into any suitcase.
5. Look for ingredients that truly work
You do not need an endless line-up of products. You simply need formulas that respond to what your hair needs most during summer.
Hydration
Look for hyaluronic acid, aloe vera, humectants, algae and ocean botanicals.
Nourishment and repair
Choose formulas enriched with natural oils, ceramides and plant proteins.
Antioxidant care
Ingredients such as açaí extract help protect the hair from everyday environmental stressors and support healthy-looking shine.
6. Less is more
At LUARE, we believe that an effective haircare ritual does not need to be complicated - whether you are at home or travelling.
A few thoughtfully selected, multitasking products can help keep hair soft, smooth and beautifully cared for, even after long days spent in the sun, sea and swimming pool.
What to pack from LUARE?
The Elixir Hair Oil
To smooth, nourish and help protect the lengths and ends.
The Signature Conditioner
For rich hydration, softness and restorative care.
The Signature Shampoo
For gentle cleansing and a balanced, comfortable scalp.
Silk scrunchies and hair claw
For effortless styling without unnecessary pulling or tension.
Discover our summer selection and create a simple holiday haircare ritual that works wherever your travels take you.
