Time Commitment: Approximately three minutes once a week.

Tools: Conditioning treatment.

Result: Glossy groomed locks.

It’s no longer true that deep-conditioners need to stay on for at least half an hour, covered by a warm towel. New formulations are designed for the woman in a hurry. Applying them once a week is enough, and there’s often no added benefit in leaving them on for longer than a few minutes. Conditioners work by coating the scales of the hair shaft, which become raised through normal wear and tear. The effect is to smooth the hair down, making it appear smoother and shinier, and feel softer.

Step 1: Choose a deep-conditioner that’s suitable for your hair type and apply according to the instructions. Generally, the ones that come in tubs are thicker and more moisture-intensive than bottled lotions.

Step 2: Using the pads of your fingers, massage your scalp using circular motions. According to most wellbeing philosophies, if you want to feel relaxed use slow, deliberate movements. A steady but vigorous approach is required to boost energy and circulation.

Step 3: Rinse out and style as usual.