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1. Forget The Comb-Over

“If you’re losing your hair a short, cropped style is the best option,” advises Celebrity Stylist Oliver Woods, who’s tended the tresses of everyone from Robbie Williams to Jude Law.

“Keeping it shorter at the sides and longer on top is a good idea too as it draws attention away from the thinning areas.”

2. Keep It Cool

It might be tempting to put the wind up your hair with a hair dryer set on maximum heat but according to Asgar Saboo, Style Director at the Daniel Galvin salon in London’s Mayfair, wherever possible you should allow hair to dry naturally or, at the very least, change the setting on your hair dryer.

“If you’re using a hair dryer, don’t over dry your hair as it will leave it frizzy and damaged,” he warns. “Instead, try to set your hair dryer on the ‘cool’ mode. It might be a bit more time-consuming but it’ll help keep hair in good condition.”

3. Protect Hair When In The Pool

As any regular swimmer knows, chlorine can play havoc with hair. “Chlorine chemically bonds with the proteins in the hair and causes the cuticle – the hair’s protective outer layer – to lift, which makes hair dry, brittle and dull,” says legendary hairdresser Trevor Sorbie.

To minimise its effects he recommends wetting hair thoroughly with clean water before swimming as this dilutes the adverse effect of chlorine. Or try applying a little conditioner to it before your swim.


4. Pat Dry, Don’t Rub

We men tend to think that the harder we rub our hair after washing the quicker it’ll dry. In reality, an over-zealous towel drying technique will just cause breakage – especially bad news if your hair already isn’t quite as thick as it used to be.

“Hair tends to be weaker when wet (and hence more prone to damage) so don’t rub too hard,” warns celebrity hairdresser Ben Skervin. “Instead, pat dry to avoid putting any extra stress on it.”

5. Chill Out!

In the same way that your teeth are only as good as your gums, hair is only as good as your scalp – so Linda Frawley, Senior Master at Charles Worthington suggests looking after it.

“Regular stress can tighten the scalp and cause hair thinning. To de-stress and to boost circulation to the scalp – ensuring healthy hair growth – think about regular, stimulating head massages.”

6. Avoid Over-Washing

According to barber and men’s grooming expert Carmelo Guastella, a common mistake men with dry and coarse hair make is over-washing it.

“If that’s your hair type limit washing to once or twice a week and always apply a conditioner,” he advises. “Washing it every day will just make it even drier. If you reduce washing and use a conditioner the result will be smoother, healthier looking hair.”

7. Give Yourself An Egg Wash

“The best tip I’ve had when it comes to looking after my hair came from an old aunt of mine,” says international model, actor and TV presenter Paul Sculfor.

“You may laugh but it’s to wash your hair in eggs once a month for the protein.”

8. Pick Your Moment For A Haircut

If you want the undivided attention of your stylist, timing is everything. “Most salons are quieter at the beginning and end of the day so it’s worth asking for the very first or last appointment,” says British Hairdressing Award Winner Anita Cox.

Go for the former and your stylist is likely to be at their freshest and most enthusiastic too.

9. Apply Shampoo To Dry Hair To Remove Wax

Fan of hair wax but struggle to get it out of your hair? Here’s a great tip from Head & Shoulders Style Director Michael Douglas: “The best way to deal with wax is to apply shampoo directly to dry hair and rinse, then follow this with another application of shampoo.”

“You’ll find that this method helps to breakdown the product and leave hair clean.”</div>