Holiday hair hacks

Celebrity hairstylist Phil Smith reveals his tips for banishing frizz, colour fade and frazzled scalps so you can enjoy a healthy, glossy look all summer long

- 

Sun, sea, swimming pools - why are all the best bits of summer the worst for your hair? Celebrity hairdresser Phil Smith, who has tended the locks of Tess Daly and Emily Blunt, says he always sees a surge in clients arriving at his salon worrying about frizzing, colour fade and frazzled scalps at this time of year.

“Maintaining effortless, healthy hair all summer can be a challenge - but with the right tips, tricks and products, you can protect your locks without compromising on style and quality.”

DON'T FEEL THE BURN

We've all experienced that sting in the shower after a day at the beach - the telltale sign of a sunburned scalp. But avoiding a pink parting isn't always as easy as it sounds.

“I've seen people on TikTok suggest mixing sunscreen with water in a spray bottle to mist over the scalp,” says Phil. “Unfortunately, this dilutes the SPF, making it far less protective.”

And it’s a big no-no if you have hair extensions too.

“If the sunscreen contains ingredients like avobenzone, it can leave rust-like stains on them.”

A smarter approach is a hairstyle that eliminates your parting.