But the truth is, summer is meant for freewheeling, ditching obligations (ideally!) and kicking back. If the idea of overhauling your hair-care regimen sounds onerous, Ms. von Mueffling has this simple tip: Be gentler when drying your hair.

"Apparently 'super vigilant air-dryers love using a microfibre towel', such as the Aquis Hair Towel, £30, which boasts superior absorption technology to dry hair fast with less friction (and therefore, causing less damage)."

"If pool dips or sea adventures are in your travel plans, pack a strand-saving hair towel to sop up moisture without causing breakage."

"Ahead, we debunk the biggest myths about how our hair interacts with water and finally separate fact from fiction just in time for a new season."

"Made of super absorbent fabric, these turbans are like towels on steroids — they dry your hair super fast, but also in a way that is super gentle."

"This towel is a mainstay in my bathroom now. It cuts down drying time significantly by leeching all the water out while my hair’s up in a turban post-shower – so I spend a lot less time with a hairdryer surgically attached to my hand."

"I came across this Aquis turban towel and pretty much never looked back. My hair dried much faster, but in a way that was much softer and shinier and healthier-looking."