Summer Scalp Health: How to Protect Your Hair in the Kansas City Heat

Sun, sweat, chlorine, and heat — Kansas City summers are no joke. And while you’re protecting your skin from the sun, don’t forget about your scalp. These warm-weather months can worsen shedding, damage follicles, and slow healthy hair growth. Here’s how to protect your hair all season long.

Why Summer Impacts Your Hair and Scalp

• UV damage can burn your scalp and weaken hair follicles

• Sweat buildup can clog follicles and trigger inflammation

• Chlorine and saltwater dry out strands and disrupt natural oils

• Hot temps can lead to oil imbalances, making your scalp too dry or too greasy

If you’re already dealing with thinning or breakage, summer stress can make it worse.

Signs Your Scalp Is Stressed

• More hair shedding than usual

• Dry, itchy, or flaky scalp

• Excess oil or greasy roots

• Weak or brittle strands that break easily

• Slower regrowth than usual
  
  

Summer Hair Care Tips That Actually Work

• SPF for your scalp: Use a scalp-specific sunscreen or wear a wide-brim hat

• Rinse after swimming: Chlorine and salt can linger, so rinse with cool water ASAP

• Hydrate inside and out: Drink water, eat foods rich in zinc, B vitamins, and healthy fats

• Weekly scalp treatments: Gentle exfoliants or nourishing oils can restore balance
  
  

Want to Do More Than Maintain?

If you’re ready to go beyond basic care, Dr. Morgan’s Hair Recovery Program is designed for established patients who want to address the root causes of thinning hair.

• Limited spots available each month

• The program includes personalized lab testing, supplementation, and targeted therapies to truly restore your hair health

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