Triona McCarthy: Top haircare products and tips from Davina McCall’s hairstylist

Film-star Michael was, as you would expect, busy developing his next big drama series. He was not cutting or styling any hair — it was the other Michael Douglas calling, in his role as OGX haircare ambassador, to talk me through some of the biggest problems hair can encounter over the summer. We got straight into how humidity, dryness and colour damage are most people’s main concerns.

The solution, it seems, is less washing and heat, and treating your hair regularly, at least weekly, to an intensive hair mask likeOGX Extra Strength Argan Oil of Morocco Hair Mask,€7.50, health1stpharmacy.ie.

If you are going to be in the sun all day, you can apply the mask to your hair and pop on a hat — this will make a huge difference to your hair dryness. ​

We also discussed chopping off dead ends and letting hair dry naturally, especially in summer. And then he had to go, but not before we made arrangements to meet when he’s in Dublin again, possibly with Davina McCall, his girlfriend. If you ever wondered why she has the best hair looks EVERY week on The MaskedSinger, it is thanks to her live-in hairstylist Michael.

It’s all celebs this week, as new to Brown Thomas is Hair By Sam McKnight, a luxury haircare brand founded by legendary hairstylist Sam McKnight, who has literally worked with everyone — even the late Princess Diana. I can’t get enough of the chic packaging and the scents are said to be inspired by McKnight’s garden. If you ever wanted to know what’s used backstage at fashion shows, for red-carpet hair and on magazine shoots, check out this range.

I’m all about Hair By Sam McKnight Lazy Girl Biodegradable Hair Cleanse Cloths,€20, brownthomas.com— a quick hair rescue, containing witch hazel, to refresh and cleanse fringes, hairlines and roots.

HairHealth Essentials is a range founded by certified trichologist Clare Devereux; it tackles common hair and scalp concerns with products that leave hair feeling and looking stronger, healthier and more beautiful.

The inaugural product range comprises New Mom Hair Growth Accelerating Shampoo and Conditioner with Damask Rose, €33 each, hairhealthessentials.com, to help replenish hair postpartum — I wish these products had been around when I had Maxi and Mini.

Three of the best... body moisturisers

1 Aveeno Skin Relief Body Oil Spray, €9.90, available from stores nationwide If you’re after a budget buy that’s easy to get hold of, look no further. Aveeno really understands hydration, so if you suffer from dryness, this fast-absorbing formula helps relieve and repair skin.

2 Charlotte Tilbury Magic Body Cream, €59, charlottetilbury.com

Containing the same Magic 8 matrix that makes in the infamous Magic Cream such a hit, including hyaluronic acid, vitamins C and E, and shea butter, this has extra body-targeted actives to help reduce the look of stretch marks and cellulite for brighter, tighter more toned-looking skin over time.

3 Nuxe Sun Tanning Sun Oil SPF 50, €26, pharmacies nationwide Say hello to this UVA/UVB protection enriched with antioxidant properties, that’s also water-resistant and protects from premature ageing. It leaves an irresistible satin finish and smells beautiful.