This summer take care of your hair in just the right amounts!

If we try to take care of our hair during the rest of the year, then in the summer we really have to double our efforts in order to have strong, beautiful-looking and healthy hair. But that doesn't mean that using more products and in greater quantity obtains better results. You don't want to fall short, but at the same time you also don't want to overdo it. The dosage, frequency of use and type of application are key to getting good results.

health and beauty

The hair is possibly the part of the bodythat takes the most punishment during the summer. The heat, humidity, andnitrates and chlorine in swimming pools affect the hair so much that it can endup very dry and dull-looking by the end of the summer season. If you want yourhair to look its best this summer, don't forget these few 'musts' over theholidays.

WASHING

• Shampoo

Function: Eliminates excess sebum anddirt, helps untangle and repair hair.

Frequency: It depends on how greasy thehair is, but experts recommend using it once every two days.

Quantity: We advise applying the productin the approximate size of a hazelnut for short or medium length hair, or thatof a walnut for longer hair.

• Condictioner

Function: It acts on the outer layer,making the hair more manageable. Smoothes and repairs the surface.

Frequency: For medium length hair its useis recommended every two washes, and for longer hair it can be used for everywash.

Quantity: Using a quantity approximatelythe size of a slice of orange is recommendedfor longer hair and the size of a cherry for short hair.

• Mask

Function: deep repair. Acts inside andout.

Frequency: Use once every 10 daysapproximately.

Quantity: The quantity varies depending onthe length of the hair, from the size ofan almond for shorter hair, to that of a tangerine for the more abundant.We advise spreading the product from the middle of the locks to the tips, usinga large comb, so as to evenly distribute it over your wet hair.

• Serum

Function: deep repair. Acts inside andout.

Frequency: Use once every 10 daysapproximately.

FIXING

• Lacquer

Function: Sets the hairstyle and addsvolume.

Quantity: We advise applying a little atfirst and then more later if the effect is not as desired. This helps avoidcaking. Remember to keep the lacquer container upright while applying it toaround 10 centimetres of hair and moving gradually around your head, incircular movements.

•Foam

Function: Makes the hair more manageable, provides added fixing, protects hair from heat and provides volume.

Quantity: Long hair requires an amount similar to the size of a tangerine. A quantity the same size as a walnut is enough for short hair.

• Wax or gel

Function: Completely transforms your hairstyle, which will look shiny and smooth.

Quantity: The fixing power (light-strong-extra-strong) and not the quantity, is what determines how well the hair will remain in place after the application. Start with a little of product, around the size of a pea, and increase it if you need more.