In the world of weird and wonderful beauty treatments, soaking your strands in beer certainly isn’t the most unusual approach I’ve heard, (see what I wrote about bull semen hair treatments a couple of weeks ago!) – and bizarre as it may sound, it actually works!

To rejuvenate dull, lifeless locks, simply shampoo hair as usual then pour a bottle of flat day-old beer over your mop and massage into hair for a minute before rinsing out and conditioning.

The malt and hops in beer contain proteins that are beneficial for hair, promoting follicle repair and boosting body, while the sugars present in your brew tighten the hair cuticles, making them appear sleek and shiny.

Yep, puts a whole new meaning to ‘hair of the dog’ the morning after a big night…

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Newsflash: I am in love with Zooey Deschanel’s hair. Those cute girly bangs? Those effortless wispy waves? Mane perfection.

The star’s do is now so sought after, women everywhere are plonking themselves down in hairdresser’s chairs and demanding ‘Zooey Deschanel hair’. Yep, this saucy siren has coined her own style – a feat not seen since the likes of Jennifer Anniston, who sent women racing for the salon in search of ‘The Rachel’ hairstyle – a do that makes the wearer look eerily similar to an Afgan dog.

Okay, so back to my love affair with Zooey Deschanel hair – here’s why I’m giving her hair stylist top marks:

The Zooey Deschanel hair love list

-The length: Zooey Deschanel has long luscious hair nailed at the ideal length for her face shape.

-The cut: soft layers add texture and volume, balancing a blunt fringe.

-The bangs: Zooey Deschanel understands bangs work best on long foreheads; this is the perfect style for her.

-The colour: Deep, dark chocolate brown hair creates a striking contrast against Zooey Deschanel’s porcelain skin and bright blue eyes.

What do you think beauties - are you with me on this one? Who else is longing for Zooey Deschanel hair perfection?

Warm weather is all about sexy, relaxed waves that look like you’ve just stepped out of the ocean. So put your hair iron on hold and leave the high maintenance routine behind because this season is all about easy styling. Here’s how to get the look…

Wash your hair in the shower as usual then pat dry with a towel and allow to air-dry until about seventy percent dry.

Spritz salt spray evenly over head before flipping head over and spritzing underneath, scrunching hair firmly as you go to form loose, messy waves.

Set in place with a light mist of luminising hairspray for happy, shiny, fuss free beach hair that is oh-so-sexy and perfectly in time for summer.

Nothing takes your look down a notch like dull, lifeless locks. To restore your hair to its former healthy, shiny glory, here’s what you’ll need to do...

Hydrate

It may sound obvious, but it’s amazing how many of us forget to top up our water levels throughout the day to keep our locks in check. Consuming an adequate amount of H20 each day is crucial to maintaining moisturised, glossy hair. Aim for 6-8 glasses every day and cut back on soft drinks and coffees, which tend to have a dehydrating effect.

You are what you eat

A bad diet doesn’t only have a detrimental effect on your energy levels, it’s also harmful to your hair. Fatty, sugary foods can deplete the body of hair health nutrients, causing your locks to lose their strength and shine, so keep them to a bare minimum. Omega 3 has long been linked to hair health, so focus on getting your daily dose through foods like salmon, walnuts, legumes and olive oil.

Cut back on the chemicals

Chances are if you’re a devotee of the peroxide treatment, you’re also the owner of a dull mop that’s prone to breakage. Where possible, give your strands a ‘hair holiday’ – a few weeks free from chemical treatments, regular heat styling and products. This will give your hair a chance to rest and repair itself – and also dramatically cut back on how long it takes you to get ready each day!

Mask up

Once a week, treat your hair to a nourishing hair mask which will give your locks a much-needed moisture hit and help to repair damage. To intensify the results, massage deeply into the scalp and the ends of hair before winding into a loose bun and securing with a plastic hair clip, then wrap hair with cling-wrap and allow to sink into your strands for 20 minutes. Voila! Super soft, glossy hair!