I have fine hair that really dries out in winter, leading to split ends. What can I do?

Just like your skin, hair dries out in cold weather, and our addiction to hairdryers and straighteners exacerbates the problem. To stop ends splitting and to replenish the moisture in your hair, use a treatment masque. After shampooing, apply and leave on for up to 15 minutes before rinsing thoroughly. Kérastase Nutritive Masquintense (£25, 0800 3164400) for fine hair is ideal. Glucose provides the root with essential nutrition, while proteins nourish the hair’s fibre. Immediate relief comes from lipids which coat the hair’s surface – not only do they smooth follicles, they also act as a barrier to protect hair from the elements.

John Frieda Frizz-Ease Overnight Repair Crème Serum (£15, from Boots) is also fabulous. Applied before bed, it’s a lightweight treatment so won’t mark your pillowcases. Given eight hours (in an ideal world) to work, silicones seal the hair while a softening complex conditions it. Used regularly, you will find the condition of your hair improves markedly.

sarah.vine@thetimes.co.uk

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