If you or your clients are blonde (natural or enhanced), listen up: Blonde hair can actually tan, burn, and even turn brassy or green in certain conditions. And yes, this includes extensions too. At Salty Locks Extensions, we want our clients and stylists to be fully informed—because while our Slavic hair is premium quality, UV rays, minerals, and chlorine don’t discriminate.
Here’s what every blonde needs to know before heading to the beach, the pool, or even a hotel shower:
Blonde Hair Can Tan (and Burn)
Just like skin, hair is affected by the sun.
UV exposure breaks down cool pigments (like ash and pearl tones), making blonde hair appear warmer, more yellow, or even orange or red.
This is called photobleaching, and it can happen fast on vacation.
PROTECT IT: A chic hat, scarf, or umbrella is your best accessory for the beach. We also recommend UV-filter sprays (check our Amazon favorites!).
Hotel Showers and Well Water = Mineral Buildup
Many hotels, Airbnb properties, and cruise ships have hard or mineral-rich water.
This buildup can leave a dull, coated, or even brassy tone on blonde strands, especially porous extensions.
TIP: A gentle chelating shampoo can help, but prevention is the best approach. Use bottled water for final rinses when possible, especially abroad.
Chlorine Turns Hair Green (Yes, Even Expensive Hair)
Hotel pools and hot tubs are often heavily chlorinated for sanitation purposes.
This can cause blonde hair—whether natural or an extension—to take on a greenish tint due to the presence of oxidized copper in the water.
PREVENTION IS KEY: Soak your hair in clean water first (like a sponge), and apply a leave-in conditioner before swimming.
These Are Natural Reactions—Not Covered by Warranty
We love our factory and stand by our hair. But it’s important to know:
- Salty Locks’ guarantee does not cover color changes caused by UV, minerals, or chlorine.
- These are common, natural reactions that affect all blonde hair, regardless of its source.
Final Reminder to Stylists
Please tell your blonde clients, both with and without extensions.
Education now = less damage control later.
We’ll be posting a visual guide on Instagram soon to help you share this with clients.
In the meantime: stay salty, not brassy.