Beat the Qatari heat with summer-proof hair care tips
Summer in Qatar is no joke, especially for your hair.
Between intense UV rays, relentless humidity, and dry desert winds, your usual routine may suddenly stop working.
Frizz flares up, colour fades, and your ends will feel more like straw than silk. Sounds familiar?
This blog will walk you through simple, expert-approved tips to protect your hair in high heat, whether you’re spending your days poolside or dashing between air-con and sun.
From in-salon treatments to at-home heroes, here’s how to keep your hair healthy, hydrated, and smooth no matter how high the temperature is.
1. Hydration is everything
Hot weather means more sweat, exposure, and moisture loss.
To replenish lost hydration, we recommend a moisture mask every week. Look for ingredients like argan oil, shea butter, or hyaluronic acid, which draw moisture into the hair shaft and help it stay there.
In the salon, our intensive moisture masks are professionally applied to deeply get into your strands and restore softness in just one session.
It’s an ideal refresh between colour treatments or after beach holidays.
At home, our team can recommend light, non-greasy formulas tailored to your hair type so you won’t feel weighed down in the Doha heat.
2. Humidity-proof your style
One word: frizz. Whether your hair is curly, straight, or somewhere in between, the Doha humidity can make it puff, swell, or drop, sometimes all at once.
The best defence would be smoothing treatments that shield the hair cuticle and lock in sleekness.
Our in-salon keratin smoothing treatment is a seasonal favourite. It softens frizz, enhances shine, and makes styling quicker and easier, lasting up to 3 months with the right aftercare.
At home, you could use an anti-frizz serum on damp hair before blow-drying. It creates a barrier against moisture in the air, helping your style stay smooth for longer.
3. Protect your colour and scalp
UV rays don’t just affect your skin, but they also fade hair colour and damage your scalp. If you’ve invested in highlights, balayage, or a bold new shade, the sun can quickly dull your shine.
A glossing toner can revive faded colour between appointments, while a scalp treatment soothes and hydrates after sun exposure.
At home, switch to a UV-protective shampoo and conditioner, especially if you’re swimming often. Hats help too, don’t underestimate the power of a wide brim!
4. Wash less, condition more
In summer, it’s tempting to wash daily, but this can strip your scalp and hair of natural oils, especially if you’re using the wrong shampoo. Instead, try:
- Washing every other day using a gentle, sulphate-free cleanser
- Adding a leave-in conditioner or mist for hydration on the go
- Rinsing hair with water after swimming, then applying a hydrating serum
- Ask us to help build your perfect summer hair care routine, from root to tip.
5. Book your summer refresh
The best way to beat the heat is to start with a consultation. At Roots, we’ll assess your hair type, texture, and lifestyle and create a seasonal plan that includes:
- In-salon smoothing or hydrating treatments
- Product recommendations suited for Qatar’s climate
- Tips for styling that won’t cause damage in the heat
Summer doesn’t have to mean sacrificing your style. With the right support, from the salon chair to your bathroom shelf, you can protect your hair and keep it looking its best all season long.
Visit us at our hair salon in Doha, or pop in for a consultation. Our team will help you find your ideal summer care routine because smooth, healthy, hydrated hair should be a given, not a gamble.
