1.    When we cleanse our face daily we realise how much dirt our skin accumulates. The same thing happens to our hair and washing it as often as necessary is basic to good hair care. Use an appropriate shampoo and lightly massage your scalp with your finger tips. To avoid drying out the hair shaft, apply shampoo to your scalp and let the suds run through your hair. Rinse out the shampoo properly and apply a detangler or conditioner, and then let your hair air dry.

2.    Try using the sun's heat to your advantage. While at the beach, apply a deep conditioning hair mask, twist your hair into a bun, and let the mask work while you relax. Some products offer protection against salt or chlorine. Ask your hairdressed for advice on what's best for your particular hair type.

3.    Consuming a healthy diet is another factor which contributes to healthy hair. Foods rich in omega 3 fatty acids strengthen the hair and contribute to its shiny look. These foods include salmon, spinach and omega 3 rich eggs.

4.    Use hair spray as infrequently as possible. Many include alcohol and ethanol which dry out the hair, causing it to break and snap easily. If you really must use a hair spray, look for one made of natural ingredients. Your hair dresser should be able to advise you.

5.    Have you ever considered using tea as a hair product? Lemon tea or camomile tea are ideal for blonde hair, black tea for brown or black hair, and red or ginger tea for copper or red hair. Boil the tea and let it cool off. Then relax, and pour the liquid through your hair. When your hair is properly soaked, cover your head with a shower cap and let the tea act for ten minutes.  Afterwards, wash and rinse your hair as usual.

6.    Limit the times you blow dry your hair during summer. Use the diffuser attachment and arrange your hair using your own finger-tips instead of a hairbrush. Experiment with different hair styles, tying your hair back or up, so not having blowdried straight hair won't be such a problem and a nuisance.

7.    Too much exposure to pool water can damage your hair colour of your hair, especially if it is dyed. To avoid colour damage, either keep your hair dry by tying it up or using a swimming cap, or, after every dip in the pool, rinse your hair with sparkling water. The fizz help clean out any chemicals which would otherwise stick to your hair.

8.    A tip specific to the blondes - avoid lightening hair artificually as exposure to the sun lightens your hair naturally. Avoid highlights between May and October especially if you are a frequent beach goer or if you work outside.

9.    When at the beach, many women brush their hair vigorously as soon as they climb out of the water.  Pulling at your hair while it is wet damages the hair shaft as wet hair is more prone to breaking. Instead of using a brush which pulls and tears, try using a wide-tooth comb for detangling.