Summer is a great time to break away from old habits to try something new. One of my favorite ways to do this is by switching-up my hairstyle, especially when the weather becomes unbearably hot, triggering a desperate desire to remain cool. Luckily, my hairstyles for hot weather are easy to learn and a great way to beat the heat. I apply Kérastase Nutritive Masque Magistral once a week to help my dried-out strands recover from the summer heat, swim and sun, leaving my hair healthy and ready for my favorite summer hairstyles. A quick and easy one is to simply pull hair up into a high pony and secure with an elastic. But there are so many more cute styles to keep you looking chic while staying cool, from a simple Top Knot, Side Braid, High Ponytail, Heidi Twists/Heidi Braids or Twist Back to more complex up-dos, like a Twisted Side Braid, low Twisted Knot, a Braided Low Bun or braided combination styles. The key is to start with healthy, hydrated hair. For more tips on summer hair health, visit this Gal Meets Glam post!

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