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The Sun
10 hours ago
- Health
- The Sun
Philip Kingsley is selling £25 ‘must have for your holidays' that'll protect your highlights
THOSE heading on sun-soaked holidays might be looking forward to time away in the sun, but battling to maintain frizz-free hair can be a real struggle. Between UV rays, salty seas, and chlorinated pools, beauty fans are turning to one haircare product from Philip Kingsley for an effective solution. Save 20% when you shop Swimcap Hair Mask and subscribe, £20 Many factors can contribute to hair dryness and frizz, but the Philip Kingsley Swimcap Water Resistant Hair Mask serves as a nifty sun hair protector. The rich, hydrating formula contains a UV absorber and conditioning agents to lock in moisture while defending against the dulling and discolouring effects of summer sun and pool chemicals. Just like our skin, our hair suffers from prolonged sun exposure. The UV rays act like bleach, oxidising the hair's pigment cells, leaving strands lighter and feeling more damaged. The Swimcap treatment mask, which costs £25 for a 100ml tube or £20 when you subscribe and save 20% off, can combat these hair concerns. Originally created for the first US Olympic synchronised swimming team, the Swimcap Hair Mask has now become a cult summer essential for swimmers and sun-seekers. The water-resistant mask was designed to be applied before entering the water or soaking up the sun. It then acts as a protective barrier and shields your hair against moisture loss, chlorine, salt water, and UV damage. Ideal for blonde, highlighted, or colour-treated hair, it helps prevent the dreaded green tinge from pool chemicals. Once rinsed and shampooed out, hair is left feeling soft, smooth, and nourished. In an independent user trial, the hardworking results spoke for themselves when 92% of users said their hair felt protected after the first use, and 9 in 10 participants said their hair felt hydrated. 2 Online, Philip Kingsley shoppers have raved about the positive results of the water-resistant mask. One buyer wrote: "This is a must-have for your holidays. "It protects your hair, in my case, colour treated, from the sun and chlorine pool water. "It smells good too. You can use it when you're swimming at home too!" Another fan raved: "I am an avid swimmer, Swim Cap is a game changer! "This is the best product I have found that protects my highlighted, post-menopausal curly hair!" A third review shared: "I swim three times a week, and before using Swimcap, my hair was suffering. It was dry, coarse, and difficult to style. "Swimcap has made such a difference to my hair - it's the first thing I put in my swim bag!" For those travelling light, Philip Kingsley's Hair Repair Travel Collection is another must-have, featuring four summer staples designed to detangle, defrizz, and condition on the go. Hair re-growth FAQs Anabel Kingsley, Consultant Trichologist and Brand President at Philip Kingsley spoke exclusively to Fabulous. How long does it take for hair to grow back? Hair grows, on average, half an inch a month. You cannot speed this up. Do rosemary oil and scalp massages work? Oils do not promote hair growth. In terms of rosemary oil, the current trend stems from one small study carried out on 50 men in 2015. No women were involved, and the study compared the effects of 2 per cent minoxidil to Rosemary oil. 2 per cent minoxidil doesn't do much for male pattern hair loss anyway, so the results were not very impressive. Oils do serve a purpose in conditioning hair treatments though. They help add shine and smooth the hair cuticle to lock-in moisture and improve combability. Scalp massages alone won't cure hair loss, but it can help relax you, aid in lymphatic drainage, exfoliate and help topicals penetrate. Are there any products or foods/vitamins you recommend someone using or eating to help with hair regrowth? To support healthy hair regrowth, if you are experiencing hair thinning we'd recommend our Density Preserving Scalp Drops clinically proven to help slow hair loss with continued daily use within three months. Telogen effluvium (hair shedding) due to nutritional deficiencies can often be simply treated with changes to your diet, and nutritional supplements such as our specially formulated Density Healthy Hair Complex and Density Amino Acid Booster. Iron and Ferritin (stored iron) in red meat, dried apricots and dark, leafy greens. Vitamin B12 in animal products and fortified plant-based foods. Protein from oily fish, lean meat, cottage cheese, tofu, nuts, chickpeas, and beans. However, there may be an underlying cause for their hair loss and rather than this being masked by using an off-the-shelf product, they should be encouraged to seek the advice of a specialist such as a Trichologist.
Metro
01-06-2025
- Lifestyle
- Metro
Philip Kingsley's Swimcap is my new summer essential for sun and sea haircare
Metro journalists select and curate the products that feature on our site. If you make a purchase via links on this page we will earn commission – learn more Philip Kingsley's Elasticizer is and has been my ultimate favourite haircare product for years. But, the brand has recently released a new hair hero I am equally as obsessed with – the Swimcap. The launch of Philip Kingsley's Swimcap earlier this year was perfectly timed as it dropped ahead of the summer months and holiday season, which is when it is designed to be used. This hair treatment aims to protect against harmful UV rays, chlorine and salty sea water, which can wreak havoc with everyone's locks – dyed or not. The nourishing hair mask has been formulated with trichologists to create a deeply nourishing and protective hair mask. It contains castor oil, olive oil, hydrolysed elastin to maintain the hair's elasticity and sulphate and paraben-free hair mask aims to seal each hair shaft to protect against any damage from UV rays, chlorine and salt water. BUY NOW FOR £25 The Swimcap has also been described as the Chlorine Hair Protection Water Resistant Mask on the website, though it does much more than that. The mask has been formulated with nourishing and protective ingredients to hydrate the hair, as well as prevent damage caused from UV rays, chlorine and salt water. The cream mask contains hydrolysed elastin, which strengthens the hair shaft to prevent damage, as well as castor oil to lock in moisture that is typically lost in the sun. Olive oil is another key ingredient, as it is rich in vitamin E and fatty acids to hydrate the hair, and boost its shine. The sulphate and paraben-free formula has been refined by leading trichologists at the longstanding haircare label, so it is safe for all hair types. But why is the Swimcap different to the Elasticizer or other hair masks we hear you ask. This mask has been specifically designed to wear in the day, particularly in the summer months and when on holiday, to protect your scalp and hair from the elements. Through Philip Kingsley's research, they found consumers apply SPF on their skin, but 82% of people neglect protecting their hair. But it is essential to protect your hair especially when in the sun, whether you are gardening, swimming, sunbathing, or pottering outdoors, as it is often in direct contact with the sun. The sun's rays, combined with chlorine and salt water, is a cocktail that can cause your hair to feel dry, brittle, dull, and break. The solution? The Swimcap. This nourishing hair treatment is water resistant, which means your hair, whether it is dyed or not, will be protected in the sun. The mask is applied in a similar way to the Elasticizer. To reap the benefits apply before heading out into the sun, or taking a dip in the sun, as it provides a protective veil on your hair. It is best applied to damp hair to lock in moisture and seal the hair shaft, then wash out as you usually would with a shampoo and conditioner after a day spent beachside. Philip Kingsley has found 92% of people found their hair felt protected after the first use, while 89% noted their hair had not dried out by sun or water, and nine out of 10 people said their hair felt hydrated. Yes, these are bold claims, but we can vouch for this product. I tried the Swimcap on a recent trip to Ibiza. I lathered on the mask for a boat day and it stayed put. It also didn't glue my hair together, or look like I had greasy locks, in fact it helped create mermaid waves to last all day, which is a serious accomplishment, especially as my hair knots easily when the sea air and water mix together. After a day out, the mask washed out effortlessly, and left my tresses feeling silky smooth and shiny afterwards. More Trending The Swimcap retails for £25 for 100ml tube, and a little goes a long way. However, Philip Kingsley is offering customers the chance to save more when they subscribe to get regular top ups of the hero product. Considering I won't go on holiday without it, it's worth the £20 subscription in my books. Plus, if you are looking for an extra pamper, I strongly recommend you book a visit to Philip Kingsley's London clinic to assess your scalp and hair needs, and for the most luxurious hair treatment I have ever indulged in. Trust us, you won't want to leave without it. Follow Metro across our social channels, on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram Share your views in the comments below MORE: Frizzy? Damaged? Dull? Living Proof's new haircare range targets your exact hair woes MORE: Best haircare for fine, oily hair? Try this 3-step set from Philip Kingsley – now 41% off MORE: Save over £100 on Boots beauty boxes packed with brands like Liz Earle and Laura Mercier
