YOUR SUMMER
HAIR CARE
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How can I keep my hair colour vibrant?
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Use colourfriendly products to lock in the colour. Wash your hair in warm water rather than hot – although cold is actually best (if you can stand it!) as it’s gentler on colour.
How should I wash my hair to keep it healthy?
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People tend to wash their hair more in summer, so it’s important to use mild, daily shampoos containing gentle cleansing agents. If you have a sensitive scalp or coloured hair, I’d advise avoiding shampoos with sodium lauryl sulphate (SLS), as this can strip the scalp of natural oils and accelerate colour fading. WE LOVE Ogx Argan Oil of Morocco Shampoo, £7
Should I get my hair cut more frequently in the summer months?
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While it isn’t essential, I recommend getting your ends trimmed every 6-12 weeks all year round. This is because split ends will develop, no matter how much you care for your hair. A tidy-up keeps them in check and creates a thicker-textured mane. Finer hair tends to break more quickly, so if your hair is fine, I would get it trimmed every six weeks, if you can afford it. For people who don’t want to lose length, don’t forget that a trim need only mean the tiniest bit off the ends.
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WE LOVE John Frieda Brilliant Brunette Liquid Shine Shampoo, £5·89; Creightons Sunshine Blonde Shampoo, £1; Touch of Silver Daily Nourish Conditioner, £4
What’s the best way to dry hair without damaging it?
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It helps to remove as much moisture as possible from your hair before applying direct heat, so gently blot and squeeze it with a towel first. Apply a heat-protection spray before rough-drying with a hairdryer, holding it a few inches away from hair to avoid burning – your hair doesn’t feel pain, and can’t warn you against damage, so treat it with extra TLC. When almost dry, style with your hairdryer but keep this to a minimum in order to keep hair healthy. Finally, use a good hairspray with essential oils to lock in moisture.
WE LOVE Tresemmé Keratin Smooth Heat Protection Shine Spray, £5·50