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" Seaspray, sand, chlorine, UV rays and an excess of sangria all take their toll on your hair \u2013 so your locks may look more like straw than a glamorous glossy mane.  We talk to experts, including celeb hair stylist No\u00EBl de Casanove, the man behind the scarlet tresses of producer Jane Ross, about how to make sure your hair stays beautiful \u2013 despite all the pressures of having a fabulous summer holiday. Prevention is better than cure &amp;#039;My mantra is definitely avoid the problem in the first place, if you can,&amp;#039; says No\u00EBl de Casanove, who is based at Paul Marco Hair Designs in London&amp;#039;s Belsize Park.  &amp;#039;Treat your hair like you would treat your skin, and make sure you don&amp;#039;t expose it to too much direct sunlight.  &amp;#039;Harmful UV light can dry out the hair shafts and make them brittle and lifeless,&amp;#039; he says.  Invest in a good hair sunscreen that contains UV filters. &amp;#039;I like Kerastase Soleil sunblock, but there are lots of others that come as oils or mousses. &amp;#039;You can wear long hair pulled back and go for the gorgeous &amp;#039;wet look&amp;#039; with a sunscreen gel,&amp;#039; he says. Chlorine in swimming pools can discolour and damage hair too. &amp;#039;If you want to put your head under the water, think about wearing a chic swimming cap. Otherwise, there are waterproof hair products that will stop most of the damage.  &amp;#039;This is especially important if you have bleached blonde hair or highlights because chlorine can turn your hair green,&amp;#039; says No\u00EBl de Casanove.  &amp;#039;Sea water is drying too because it&amp;#039;s so salty and should be rinsed off as soon as you leave the beach. The same goes for sand, which is highly abrasive and can roughen the hair shafts.&amp;#039;  Wash and condition every day &amp;#039;It&amp;#039;s a myth that a daily shampoo will make your hair lacklustre. The key is to make sure you rinse thoroughly and remove the entire product after the wash,&amp;#039; explains No\u00EBl de Casanove.  A good leave in conditioner can do wonders for hair that&amp;#039;s stressing in the heat.  Work the conditioner into the ends of the hair, which are the oldest, most damaged areas.  Don&amp;#039;t be too anxious about using shampoos with long ingredients lists. Marilyn Sherlock, chairman of the Institute of Trichologists says that chemicals found in shampoos have been rigorously tested and are widely used.  &amp;#039;They are absolutely safe, and you&amp;#039;ll find them in products endorsed by top trichologists,&amp;#039; she says.  Choose your style carefully Certain styles that involve a lot of back combing and teasing are not a good idea in the summer sun \u2013 since the styling damages the hair.  Blow drying should be on a low-heat setting, or keep the blow dryer at least 12 inches from your head.  &amp;#039;If it feels hot on your scalp, it&amp;#039;s too hot. And leave the hair straighteners at home.  &amp;#039;They literally iron your hair straight and can leave you with permanent frizz,&amp;#039; says No\u00EBl de Casanove.  Simple natural chignons or classic bobs are great in hot weather and easy to look after. What are you feeding your hair? No matter how many products you use on your hair, you won&amp;#039;t see lasting improvements if you continue to feast on carbs and alcoholic sundowners.  What you eat does make a big difference to the quality of your hair. Increase your intake of fresh fruit.  Hair friendly fruits include papaya, pear and avocado.  Eating the right fats can ensure you get glossy rather than greasy hair. &amp;#039;The essential fatty acids found in mackerel, pumpkin seeds and flax oil will improve the lustre of your hair,&amp;#039; says dietitian Nigel Denby.  Try and drink at least eight glasses of water each day \u2013 more in hot weather \u2013 to make sure your hair stays hydrated. Massage your scalp Get your partner (or a friend) to massage your scalp at the end of every day \u2013 and take your turn too!  &amp;#039;A vigorous head massage will help to improve the circulation.  &amp;#039;The extra flow of blood to the hair root will help to encourage healthy hair growth,&amp;#039; says No\u00EBl de Casanove.  Absolutely no lemon juice \u2013 unless it&amp;#039;s in your ice-cold lemonade &amp;#039;I still get clients coming to see me with hair like straw because they have put lemon juice on their heads hoping to get a natural &amp;#039;sun lightened&amp;#039; look,&amp;#039; says Noel de Casanove.  &amp;#039;In fact, lemon is an acid and just burns and corrodes the hair shafts.  &amp;#039;The only thing to do is cut the hair right back and wait for new undamaged hair to grow. I don&amp;#039;t advise it,&amp;#039; he says.  Avoid the hair brush For detangling, start at the ends and slowly work your way up the hair shaft.  &amp;#039;Never start at the roots,&amp;#039; warns No\u00EBl de Casanove.  &amp;#039;And stick to a wide-toothed comb for wet hair \u2013 brushing it will stretch and damage it, affecting its shine,&amp;#039; he says. Last updated 20.07.2010 "^^<http://www.w3.org/2001/XMLSchema#string>
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