Guy Kremer styles the hair of Pakistani cricketer Salman Butt. Picture by Pabitra Das

Celebrity hairdresser Guy Kremer loved Calcutta on his first visit to the city on Monday. “The city is so green,” smiled the British hairstylist whose list of clients features top models, actresses and socialites.

His assignment for the day was to style three Pakistani cricketers, all part of the Kolkata Knight Riders contingent, and actresses Riya Sen and Sameera Reddy. And he seemed to enjoy every bit of the experience, chatting as his scissors worked through the hair. He took time out to talk to t2 about hair trends and tips, as well as his favourite celebrities...

Which celebrity has the best hair?

Almost everyone I have worked with has good quality hair. I have to work with all kinds of hair. Even if it isn’t the best, I have to make it better.

Who is the most up-to-date with the latest trends?

There was Catherine Zeta Jones with the cropped cut with fringes. Victoria Beckham made the bob very famous.

You are known for your long hair styles. What are your long-hair-care tips?

Always make sure that your hair is healthy and you should visit the hairdresser every five weeks. Even if you don’t want a haircut, you must have it trimmed. You can accessorise the cut with layers or fringes to emphasise the shape of your eyes. If you are going out, you can put your hair up.

General care tips?

It is important to wash your hair at least twice a week to remove the grease. It is also important to moisturise the hair ends. Avoid pushing your fingers through the hair. A hair mask is a great conditioner.

Some home-care tips:

Always rinse your hair with cold water after a wash.

Put a spoon of vinegar in a bucket of cold water and wash your hair with it. The vinegar will close the hair cuticles.

If your hair has greasy ends, wrap a brush with a stocking and then comb it. The grease will stick to the stocking.

The latest cut...

Those with long hair can go for a cut that will give texture to the hair. If you want a short hairstyle, try the bob. The bob is more soft now, with lots of fringes.

The latest colour...

You can use a tone-on-tone colour. This will give shine to the base.

What is the one damaging thing that people do with their hair?

Heat, hair dryer and pushing fingers through the hair. If you are using a hair dryer, then ensure that you are using a nourishing potion.

What are your India plans?

I have been coming to India for the past 10 years. I have plans of setting up a salon here. I’d love a salon in Mumbai. It is partly because of Bollywood and partly because I have been to Mumbai more often than the other cities. I used to do Saif Ali Khan’s hair when he was in college. I have styled his mother Sharmila Tagore when she was in London. I would love to do his new girlfriend’s (Kareena Kapoor) hair.

Kremer on his star clientele

Jerry Hall: I remember shooting with her on a day when there was a lot of pressure on her. She was getting her divorce from Mick Jagger.

Carla Bruni: I have known her before she became the wife of the French President. She is the only model who made me a cup of tea and ensured that I had my fruits before the show. We did a shoot for Hello! magazine and then the brand Chopard. Though she is very professional, she is also very caring.

Sarah Ferguson: She is also very human, very down to earth.

Valerie Campbell: In my eyes she is more beautiful than her daughter, Naomi. She is also much more calm than her daughter.