Throughout every beach day, pool session, music festival, travel day, and whatever else you got up to this summer, your hair has been right there with you for every adventure. Now that fall is nearly here, it probably feels like all that humidity, chlorine, sunscreen, and styling sessions are catching up with your strands.
Ready to undo the damage, restore balance, and set the stage for healthy, gorgeous locks for the rest of the year? Here's how to achieve the nourishing reset your strands have been craving with clean, minimalist formulas that support every hair health goal.
How to Reset Your Hair After Summer Damage
Start with Scalp Care
The sunscreen residue, chlorine buildup, and layers of product don’t just make your strands look heavy or greasy—they can actually clog your follicles and cause ongoing skin irritation. That’s why the first line of defense in the reset process targets the root of the problem by purifying your scalp: the Re Neu Clarifying Shampoo.
This gentle yet powerful formula removes all that gunk on your skin without stripping your hair of its natural, healthy oils. Unlike harsh clarifiers that leave your scalp feeling tight and dry, this clean beauty classic nourishes as it purifies, helping to promote healthy blood circulation and balance your hydration levels.
In other words, Re Neu Clarifying Shampoo creates the perfect foundation for healthy growth, a flattering texture, and resilient strands. Use it to kickstart your summer reset, then continue using it about once a week, or whenever your roots need a pick-me-up.
Swap Conditioner For Masks (Until Your Strands Heal)
Your hair needs intensive care right now, not just surface-level conditioning. So, for as long as it takes to reclaim your hair’s vitality, use an intensive treatment mask instead of standard conditioner 2-3 times a week.
The Neu Moisture Masque delivers deep hydration that penetrates each strand, making it perfect for hair that's been dried out by sun, salt, and chlorine. In just two minutes, its ultra-rich formula restores softness and shine.
For heat-damaged or chemical-stressed strands (perhaps from summer styling), the Neu Repair Treatment Masque is hair rehab in a bottle. This powerful treatment rebuilds damaged bonds and creates a protective barrier against future damage, allowing you to reclaim control over your strands’ strength and health.
Mix in Moisturizing Cleansers
Between deep cleansing sessions with Re Neu Clarifying Shampoo, make sure your go-to cleanser is specifically focused on moisture.
For example, the Neu Moisture Shampoo restores optimal hydration balance while providing the gentlest cleanse possible—perfect for hair that's been stripped by summer heat and dryness and in need of a stronger natural moisture barrier. If your summer hair woes are due to chemical damage or styling tools, the Neu Repair Shampoo will help fortify those weakened strands and create a shield against future damage.
Both formulas are gentle enough for daily use, allowing you to gradually transition from clarifying to nourishing as your hair begins to heal and find its natural balance again.
Be Diligent With Leave-Ins
The best way to describe post-summer hair? Thirsty. And when hair is thirsty, it’s both difficult to manage and susceptible to taking on even more damage!
That’s why using a leave-in conditioner on a daily basis is an absolute must during this transition period. Neu Moisture Instant Fix is perfect for locking in everyday hydration—especially if your main goal is improving manageability—but for a more intensive formula, go for the Neu Repair Leave-In Treatment.
Whether sprayed on damp or dry hair, this lightweight formula smooths, strengthens, and adds shine without weighing down your strands, repairing summertime damage with each application. Focus on mid-lengths to ends where damage is most visible, and remember: consistency is key for maintaining this extra layer of protection and nourishment.
Let Your Natural Texture Breathe
The final step for any post-summer reset is easier for some than others: resisting the temptation to heat style, starting with air drying. The longer you can go without picking up your usual heat tools, the more your hair can rebuild its strength and elasticity!
Of course, you still deserve to feel confident and in control of your locks. Enter the Neu Styling Air Dry Shaper, a refreshing formula that adds light hold and frizz control on damp hair—no heat required. Emulsify it in your palms, then use your hands to run it through wherever you need a bit more styling control, shaping it as you go. You’ll love the polished, flyaway-free finish!
If you have natural waves and curls in need of some extra bounce, add the Neu Curl Perfecting Creme to your heat-free routine. It boosts moisture and shine while reviving and defining your natural curl pattern.
For even more shape and moldability, the Neu Styling Texturizer creates effortless, tousled waves with a natural finish. It works on both damp and dry hair, using its stretchable, non-greasy fibers to add the separation and definition you usually get from heat tools!
After a few weeks of embracing your natural texture, your hair will feel healthier, happier, and ready to power through the rest of the year with ease.
We’ll miss the care-free days of summer fun, but we’re also excited to see how your hair transforms as the seasons change! Let us know what products you’re using for your haircare reset with a tag on Instagram (@neumabeauty) and TikTok (@neumabeauty). See you there!
