Summer Hair...
Sunday 27th July 2008 by Elizabeth Richards
 Summer means protecting skin from the sun. But what about hair? Totally exposed to the elements and vulnerable to the damaging and dehydrating effects of too much sun, hair needs extra attention during the summer months with products especially designed to prepare and repair.
Spend your holidays out on the water and you’ll find that longer lengths in particular become quickly whipped into a knotty mess by salty water, sea breeze and raging sun. The best solution? Tie it back and choose a balm, shine drops or crème containing a UV screen to tame flyaway ends whilst guarding against sun damage.
If you’re kicking back poolside, it may be worth swapping your regular shampoo and conditioner for a swim-specific brand or at the very least a more moisturising formula. Those with chemically treated hair should choose in particular from the plethora of products that work to counteract the colour-dulling, dehydrating effects of chlorine: high street brands and top beauty houses both now offer a superb selection.
And though the sun at home is rarely strong enough to ravage hair quickly, it’s still worth investing in daily haircare to protect against the wear and tear resulting from an outdoor job, a long walk to work or regular lunches in the garden. After all, you never know when the sun might shine!
Frederic Fekkai Overnight Hair Repair, £135
Cutting edge skincare technology meets seriously slinky styling with this repair formula which may be big budget but works wonders to restore softness, shine and manageability on even the most ravaged hair. Applied overnight, it works to repair the damage done and protect against future harm.
Available at www.SpaceNK.co.uk 
MOP Glisten Shine Drops, £10.40
Just a couple of drops of this cult styling product delivers a super-silky sheen to dry or frizzy hair, making it an essential for any summer handbag. Vitamin E and natural organic extracts are responsible for the softening and shine-boosting while UV screens help to keep hair safe in the sun.
Available at www.HQHair.com
Philip Kingsley Swimcap, £16
This smart hard-working easy-to-apply cream effectively protects hair against the discolouration caused by chlorinated water while also guarding against wind, rain and sun damage with UV filters and intensive conditioners: a winning combination to keep hair looking great whatever the weather.
Available at at www.HQHair.com
Phyto Plage After Sun Gel, £12.50
Use this non-greasy gel on wet or dry post-sun hair to moisturise and coat fragile lengths to protect against possible further damage. With natural extracts plus a good hold for styles that last through to sundown, it’s the easiest way to keep hair in mint condition on holiday.
Available at www.BathAndUnwind.com
Bliss Supershine Shampoo & Conditioning Rinse Set, £23.50
Crammed with softness-boosting wheat proteins and anti-static ingredients for a glossy shine, this fresh fragranced shampoo is just the job for summer. Teamed with the fast-action conditioner – which gives super-soft and totally touchable lengths – you’ll discover the ultimate holiday hair combo.
Available at www.BlissLondon.co.uk
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