Philip Kingsley

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Do Bizarre Hair Treatments Like Beer and Mayo Actually Work?

I'm not really into the whole DIY thing—I blame my dad, who always seemed to turn a simple task like putting up a shelf into a disaster.

I'm not really into the whole DIY thing—I blame my dad, who always seemed to turn a simple task like putting up a shelf into a disaster. Some people just shouldn't do DIY and we're those people.

That being said, it's my job to take an interest in all areas of beauty so I was keen to read what trichologist Philip Kingsley had to say about weird and wacky hair and scalp treatments. Are beer, bananas or tomato sauce really a better remedy than my beloved Clairol Herbal Essences Long Term Relationship Treatment Mask ($7.99)?

Bananas: This one's a no. Unfortunately, bananas won't penetrate the hair, so "you'd be far better off eating it," Kingsley declared.

Beer: Once the booze part of the beer evaporates, you are left with extra body. However there's no getting around it: you'll smell like an alco. Which will go down real well with the big boss man.

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Philip Kingsley's Expert Advice for Shiny Summer Hair

Many of us forget that our skin needs just as much moisture replacement and hydration boosting in the summer months as our skin.

Many of us forget that our skin needs just as much moisture replacement and hydration boosting in the summer months as our skin. World renowned hair expert and trichologist Philip Kingsley talks us through the best ways to protect your hair in the sun and get maximum shine in return.

Summer is the time to use an intensive moisturising and conditioning product regularly. John Frieda FRIZZ-EASE® Rehydrate Intensive Deep Conditioner ($16.99) is perfect.

Follow the old adage, prevention is better that cure. Aim to go on holiday with your hair in the best possible condition. For this you need to use a deep re-moisturising pre-shampoo conditioner, like Clairol Herbal Essences Hello Hydration Moisturising Conditioner ($6.49) in the run up to your trip. Apply it twice a week before you go on holiday and throughout summer.

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