Your Recipe to Healthy-Looking Hair this Summer
Summer is here, and while we love the sunshine, our hair might not always feel the same way.
From sizzling sun to drying chlorine and the often-overlooked effects of hard water, our strands can take a beating, leading to dryness, dullness, and even breakage. But fear not, because achieving luscious hair that not only looks but feels healthy this season is simpler than you think. Especially when you have the right professional haircare products with expert-approved, salon-grade formulas in your haircare routine.
Ready to unlock your hair's full potential and step out with confidence all summer long? Let's dive in and discover your ultimate haircare recipe from a list of our haircare heroes that salon professionals just simply can’t get enough of.
Your Custom Haircare Prescription: Meet the Heroes
Now that you've discovered your perfect match, let's get to know these summer hair saviours a little better! Each product is a star, formulated with professional-grade ingredients to deliver visible results.
1. 1. Kérastase Nutritive 8h Magic Night Serum for Dry Hair 90ml
Your solution if: you seek intense, effortless overnight hydration.
RRP: £47.00Current price: £42.30
Nutritive 8H Magic Night Serum by Kérastase is a beauty sleep serum for dry hair, leaving hair feeling smooth for up to 8 hours overnight. The formula is fuelled with anti-dryness polymers for immediate care with a lightweight feeling texture.
This nourishing overnight hair serum works for up to 8 hours to smooth and strengthen dry hair and help protect from pillow friction.
- Up to 98% stronger hair*
- Up to 84% instantly less frizz**
- Up to 40% more shine***
*Brushing test vs classic shampoo on sensitised hair
*Instrumental test vs classical shampoo
**Instrumental test vs pre-washed hair
Edine Ahbich, Kérastase Scientific Director:
'It's formula is fuelled with 2 nourishing actives that provide the right does of care at night, the 1st one instantly treats hair and provides it with immediate care, with a light & non-greasy finish. The 2nd one softens and makes the hair more supple while wrapping the fibre with a protective film to provide durable nourishment.'
2. Pureology Hydrate Shampoo and Conditioner Moisturising Bundle for Dry Hair, Sulphate Free
Your solution if: you need a gentle, moisturising wash routine for daily deep hydration cleansing.
RRP: £53.50Current price: £48.15
The Pureology Hydrate Shampoo and Conditioner Bundle provides intense hydration, softening both dry and colour-treated hair. This sulfate-free duo is expertly formulated with key ingredients like Jojoba, Green Tea, and Sage, which work to gently cleanse and deeply moisturise your hair, leaving it exceptionally soft, supple, and radiant.
Elevate your senses with its delightful signature aromatherapy blend of Lavender, Bergamot, and Patchouli, transforming every wash into a truly refreshing and renewing experience. Pureology is also proud to offer 100% vegan formulas, made without any animal-derived products or by-products.*
Jimmy Greene-Wright, professional hairstylist and head of Redken and Pureology education advises:
“These products are very concentrated, so you only need to use a very small amount each time you cleanse your hair. Each Pureology bottle has a bud on the top of the lid which serves as a guide of how much you should use.”
*Every formula is made without animal products or by-products. Pureology never tests on animals.
3. L'Oréal Professionnel Metal Detox Nourishing Hair Mask 250ml
Your solution if: you need to stop hair breakage & need solution to damaging effects of hard water.
RRP: £30.00Current price: £27.00
Try Metal Detox Mask, your Anti-breakage detox service, leaving hair healthier, stronger & shinier.
Enriched with Glicoamine that traps and neutralises metal inside the fibre & protects from further metals in shower water, tackling breakage, split ends and colour fade.
The detoxing hair mask delivers up to 87% less hair breakage* and leaves hair looking up to 2x shinier* in a single use*. As a result, your hair is left feeling smoother and looking shinier whilst thriving in its newfound strength. Topped with an addictive citrus and musky woods scent, this mask should be the go-to for your complete summer detox.
*Instrumental test on shampoo + mask vs unwashed hair.
Haircare pro, Rachel Valentine, comments:
“This hair mask makes the hair feel incredible, whilst protecting it against damage from the metals in hard water”.
Victoria Strain, L’Oréal Professionel pro says:
'Suitable for all types of hair and textures, I recommend that people with thicker hair apply this product instead of their conditioner, while finer hair types use it as a mask 1-2 times a week after shampooing.'
4. Redken Acidic Color Gloss Naked Gloss, Lightweight Hair Oil, a Shine and Moisture for Dull Hair 100ml
Your solution if: you want to boost instant gloss and vibrancy for dull hair, especially if it's colour-treated, or just want more expensive looking shine.
£33.00
Formulated with fatty acids, Naked Color Gloss Oil uses technology that smooths the cuticles while providing shine to the hair. Differing from traditional products, this particular oil melts into the hair, eliminating any feeling of greasiness or heaviness while maintaining brilliant shine.
Experience proven results: 89% of users reported remarkable vibrancy retention after 4 weeks, and 91% confirmed no visible residue post-application.
This is the ultimate finishing touch for your daily haircare routine—simply apply as your final step. Beyond shine, this transformative oil delivers comprehensive protection: enjoy 10x stronger hair*, defence against heat up to 230°C, and an impressive up to 80% reduction in frizz**.
*vs non conditioning shampoo
**Instrumental test vs non conditioning shampoo
Adrienne Dara, Redken Brand Ambassador, Philadelphia-based colorist at Adrienne Dara Hair, says:
'I am beyond excited to recommend Redken’s new Naked Gloss to all of my clients. I have never seen an oil provide such intense shine, heat protection, and even color retention all in one. This is the first time we’re really seeing an oil that provides these benefits while not weighing down the hair like traditional oils. You and your clients will fall in love!'
5. Matrix Total Results Miracle Creator Multi-Tasking 20 Benefits Treatment Spray for All Hair Types 190ml
Your solution if: you need a true multi-tasking spray with comprehensive benefits.
RRP: £16.61Current price: £14.95
This is the ultimate all-in-one wonder spray that truly simplifies your hair routine! Living up to its name, it offers a remarkable 20 distinct benefits in a single bottle. These include nourishing properties, frizz control, heat protection up to 230°C/450°F, easy detangling, defence against split ends, and added shine.
Suitable for all hair types, this versatile mist can be used on damp or dry hair to instantly improve its look and feel. It’s the perfect addition to any haircare routine for quick fixes, added defence, and overall hair perfection! The multi-tasking formula works to nourish, repair and protect locks in just 60 seconds.
With a fresh new makeover MC20 has a fast-absorbing formula and delightful vanilla-like scent, complemented by notes of toasted almond and woodsy musk, to make every application a pleasant experience.
Jayne, senior regional education developer for Matrix Haircare said:
'The key ingredients in this lightweight spray are two healthy humectants, acetamide and lactamide, which promote softness, shine, body and manageability. Lactic acid also helps to provide a protective layer against heat damage.'
