The summer has been slightly disappointing so far this year, but it’s nearly august so it may well be that the best is yet to come. Staying gorgeous in the heat can be hard work though and fading hair colour is an unwelcome souvenir of holidays in hot weather countries.

To keep your colour looking fresh and vibrant under the rays of the sun, avoid stripping hot showers and always use a shampoo and conditioner specifically created for caring for your hair colour.

You can also create a barrier between your hair and sea and chlorinated water by using specific products, a swim cap or even rinsing your hair in fresh water.

Finally, when you’re in the midday sun always wear a hat to protect yourself not just from colour fade out but sun stroke.