6. Prevent parched ends
Sun + air conditioning is incredibly drying
on hair, especially if it’s already dehydrated by coloring. Keep your locks
nourished and soft with a rich treatment like Masquintense $ 39 Kérastase. And
protect those costly highlights daily with Advanced Salon Technician Highlight
Care Illuminating cream $ 31 Fekkai.
Kérastase
Masquintense
7. Speed styling
A breezy pony has a slightly casual feel,
yet looks put-together and, crucially, it’s an easy way to get your hair off
your face and neck. For all-day smoothness, run over lightly with a
straightening iron before pulling it up high and securing with an elastic band.
Trick: for lasting bounce, work Full Repair Root Lift Foam $ 9 John Frieda into
roots before blow-drying hair upside down.
John
Frieda Full Repair Range. Root Lift Foam
8. Light make-up that stays put
Primer and powder are great to keep make-up
in place, but when it’s hot, fewer layers mean less hassle. Rather than
investing in a whole new make-up set, just pare down your routine and seal your
base with a few squirts of i-Set Makeup Setting Spray $ 28 newcidcosmetics.com
i-Set
Makeup Setting Spray
9. Sort your summer skin
Does skin change in summer? Not exactly –
your skin type is genetically predetermined. But, says facial therapist Linda
Palcic, “The heat stimulates pores to secrete more water and oil, so your skin
will feel more greasy and shiny.” Swap your heavier winter moisturizer for a
light oil-free lotion – they work best under make-up: we love Multiprotective
Luminescence Moisturizing Fluid SPF30 $ 60 Givenchy and Protect The Truth SPF5-
+ Sunscreen $ 48 Ole Henriksen. And if you are prone to pigmentation, use the
excellent Even Better Skin Tone Correcting Lotion SPF20 $ 55 clinique.co.uk
Givenchy
Multiprotective Luminescence Moisturizing Fluid SPF 30
10. …and don’t forget your body
City bodies need protecting too.
“Air-conditioning is not skin-friendly,” says Linda. “The circulating cold air
sucks moisture from the top layers of the skin.” Streamline your bodycare
routine by using a moisturizer with inbuilt UV protection – we love Crème de
Corps Light-Weight Body Lotion SPF30 $ 43 kiehls.co.uk. Top up with an extra
layer on exposed arms/ hands/ legs before heading outdoors for lunch.
Crème
de Corps Light-Weight Body Lotion SPF30
