New Delhi: Summer can be harsh on your skin and even harsh on your hair. The prolonged exposure to the sun may strip away the moisture, cause skin and hair damage, fade colour and leave your locks dry, frizzy and grey. This may not be a problem faced by you only, but most people working directly in the sunlight or spending most hours of the day in harsh sun can experience such problems with their hair.

Thankfully, apart from the chemical-laden, harsh products available in the market, there are a lot of home remedies which effectively work to protect and nourish your hair and make it sun-proof for all summer long. Here is your guide to preparing some of the best DIY hair masks at home for long, healthy, nourished and sun-proof hair.

DIY Hair masks for sun protection

1. Aloe Vera and Coconut Oil Mask

Aloe vera is a perfect skincare and haircare best friend, providing smoothness during summer and repairing the damaged scalp, while coconut oil deeply nourishes and moisturises the hair and lost protein.

How to make:

• Mix 2 tablespoons of fresh aloe vera gel with 2 tablespoons of coconut oil.


• Apply evenly from roots to tips.


• Leave it for 30 minutes before washing with a mild shampoo.

2. Yoghurt and Honey Mask

Yoghurt is packed with proteins that strengthen hair and provide a silky texture, and honey locks in moisture to provide smoothness and healthy hair.

How to make:

• Blend 3 tablespoons of plain yoghurt with 1 tablespoon of honey.


• Apply it generously and cover your hair with a shower cap.


• Rinse after 30 minutes with lukewarm water.

3. Banana and Olive Oil Mask

Banana restores softness and elasticity, while olive oil nourishes and shields hair against the sun, making it sun-protected and acts as a natural sun screen for hair.

How to make:

• Mash 1 ripe banana and mix with 2 tablespoons of olive oil.


• Smooth it onto your hair, focusing on dry ends.


• Wash off after 20–30 minutes.

4. Cucumber and Aloe Vera Mask

Cucumber hydrates the scalp nd protects hair during hot summer, and aloe vera promotes healing and sun protection, acting as a double shield during the daylight.

How to make:

• Blend half a cucumber with 2 tablespoons of aloe vera gel.


• Apply this cooling mixture to the hair and scalp.


• Rinse after 20–25 minutes.

5. Coconut Milk and Honey Mask

Coconut milk nourishes and hydrates dry hair, while honey adds shine and moisture retention.

How to make:

• Mix half a cup of coconut milk with 2 tablespoons of honey.


• Massage it into hair and cover with a warm towel.


• Rinse after 30 minutes with a gentle shampoo.

These DIY hair masks are simple and made using only a few ingredients; they add nutrients and sun damage protection to hair, which is desperately needed for the hot summer. By incorporating them into your haircare routine, you can keep your locks healthy, shiny, and strong all through the sunny season.