đź’­ Why summer hair needs extra care

Wednesday 4/29 Afternoon Dedicated: Sponsored by amika

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Lauren Lagasse
April 29, 2026

Welcome to Wednesday Afternoon! Today, we're chatting about:

Why Hair Feels Different in the Summer

Summer has a way of changing how your hair behaves, often without warning. What felt smooth and manageable a few months ago can suddenly turn frizzy, dry, or harder to control. Between constant sun exposure, higher temperatures, humidity, and time spent in salt water or chlorine, your hair is dealing with a lot more than it usually does. Even simple things like being outside longer or washing more frequently can start to affect how your hair looks and feels day to day.

It’s not just in your head. Warmer weather can pull moisture out of the hair while also making it more reactive to the air around it. That’s why styles don’t always hold the same way, and why your hair can feel unpredictable from one day to the next, even if your routine hasn’t changed. You might notice more flyaways, less shine, or ends that feel rougher by the end of the day.

Superfruit Shine, Styled to Protect

Your glow-up just got lighter (and a whole lot shinier). Meet amika’s superfruit star lightweight hair styling + heat defense oil—your go-to for effortless styling with a nourishing boost.

Powered by sea buckthorn—one of earth’s most potent, omega-rich superfruits—this multitasking oil helps restore lipids in the hair while boosting shine, softness, strength, and manageability. It’s the reason this hero ingredient is infused into every amika formula.

A few drops go a long way to defend against heat styling while leaving strands silky and never weighed down. Whether you’re smoothing, styling, or finishing your look, this lightweight essential delivers high-impact results with a barely-there feel.

Plus, take 15% off your order with code REVELMEDIA2026!! for a limited time.

Thank you to amika for sponsoring Note To Self.  

Why We Love It

  • Lightweight but effective: Adds shine and softness without weighing your hair down.

  • Protects while you style: Helps defend against heat damage so your routine feels a little less harsh.

  • Powered by something real: Sea buckthorn brings naturally nourishing omega-rich support to your strands.

  • A little goes a long way: Just a few drops smooth, soften, and make hair easier to manage.

  • Easy to reach for daily: Works whether you’re styling, finishing, or just adding a bit of polish.

Curious how it feels? Take 15% off with code REVELMEDIA2026!! and see it in your routine.

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