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3 Holiday hair rules

Who doesn’t want gorgeous summer locks?! Hit the sand (or the pool, lake or dam) in style with our guide to surf-sexy strands.

DO apply an intensive conditioning treatment pre-shampooing the day before going away, then apply twice weekly while on holiday.

DON’T go for a chop just before you leave, instead trim your ends on your return, to freshen up parched holiday hair in a flash.

DO get your colour done at least one week before going away to it has time to set before you hit the chlorine. Highlights can then lighten in the sun.

HELP! What do I do if my hair has turned green?!

The green tinge comes from mineral deposits in pool water so protect it before you swim by coating hair in oil (baby oil works), then rinse with tap water immediately after swimming. Damage already done? Cover freshly shampooed hair with tomato sauce (seriously!), shampoo again and condition. You can replace the tomatoes with dissolved aspirin, which also works a treat. Crazy, but true!

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