New Delhi, June 23 -- justify;">When we think about protecting ourselves from the sun's harsh rays, we often focus on shielding our skin but what about our scalp and hair? Just like the rest of our skin, the scalp is exposed and vulnerable - especially after spending hours under the blazing summer sun. Prolonged sun exposure can leave it dry, flaky, parched and even inflamed and the effects don't stop there.

In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Dr Shilpa Vora, Chief R&D Officer at Marico, shared, "A damaged scalp can negatively impact your hair as well, making it brittle, rough, and lifeless. It may lose its natural shine, become more prone to breakage, and take on a dry, straw-like texture as the sun breaks down its protein structure. In ...