Your hair is not safe from the sun either. The UV rays that the sun give off can severely damage your hair. It will make your hair dry and brittle. In addition, the chlorine and salt water wreaks havoc so your hair needs to be replenished with nutrients. You can protect your hair using a whipped shea butter while you are swimming. Also, it can be used as a hair mask to repair any damage you may have. Shea butter is abundant in vitamins a,f and e and have been proven to be the best vitamins to repair damaged hair. Use it consistently throughout the summer months to keep your hair nourished and healthy.