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When summer comes around, we’re always ready for outdoor activities in the sun and sand.

As it turns out, summer can be harsh on our hair.

Woman using hairmask

The sun itself can cause dryness and brittleness, and can even distort color (viaCleveland Clinic).

According toGlamour, the best overall hair mask is Olaplex Hair Perfector No.

While it’s a bit more expensive than others, it’s worth the splurge.

Black woman with curly hair

It’s only $6 onAmazon.

The sun and chlorine can dry out strands and leave your hair feeling brittle and dry.

Another easy DIY mask helps with faded color, due to the sun and chlorine exposure.

Hair mask for healthy hair

A combo of castor oil and coconut oil can help retain your bright hair color.

Mix 1 tablespoon of castor oil with 1 tablespoon of coconut oil and heat in the microwave until warm.

One easy-to-use and easy-to-make hair mask comes from something rather simple mayonnaise.

Then, shampoo and condition as usual (via Health Shots).