Conditioner has become a regular part of most women’s hair care routine, but what exactly does it do? For one thing, conditioner brings much-needed moisture, volume and shine to hair that is regularly assaulted by the elements (sea, sun) and over-processing—coloring, blow-drying, perms and styling products overdose. It can also give softer locks as a good conditioner smoothes the hair’s cuticle.
Conditioner has evolved from the “cream rinse” of the 1970s, and shoppers are now spoiled for choice—from products that are left in for a few minutes (detanglers, light conditioners), to deep conditioners which have a similar, but less intensive action than a hair mask, and leave-in conditioner which isn’t rinsed out at all. (more...)

After-sun recipes for your hair
Tis the season when your hair is regularly exposed to sun, sea and pool, which means it’s also time to give it a bit more tender loving care. If you don’t want to run to the store every time your hair needs a fix, here are some recipes for dry and sun-drenched hair that you can whip up in your very own kitchen. (more...)