How to wash your hair properly
After a visit to the hair salon, we are left with glamorous freshly washed and cut hair. I’m sure you want to maintain a good salon treatment for as long as possible, so here are some general tips and tricks you could take when washing your hair:
- Wet you hair thoroughly
Take your time to ensure your hair is completely wet before jumping right into applying the shampoo and conditioner.
- Applying your shampoo
Put a small pea or coin sized amount of shampoo into the palm of your hand. Rub your hands together until the soap lathers up and starts to create bubbles, then gently massage it into your scalp. This will help remove dead skin cells (like dandruff) and stimulate hair growth. Wash out thoroughly and apply again if your hair is particularly dirty or heavy in product.
- Applying your conditioner
Conditioner only needs to be applied from the neckline down, not directly onto your scalp. Applying it onto your scalp may make your hair appear oily sooner. Gently apply the conditioner to the ends of your hair and let it sit. Some conditioners need 2-3 minutes while others may need to sit for 5-7 minutes.
- Final rinse
Make sure to rinse well and remove every last bit of conditioner before jumping out of the shower. Left over conditioner can irritate your scalp and make you hair appear oily, and sit flat and heavy on your head. Try doing your final rinse with cold water, this will help lock in the follicles and make your hair shinier and smoother.
DID YOU KNOW?
You don’t need to wash your hair every day? It actually strips the natural oils and can be damaging in the long run. If you have oily hair, consider washing your hair every 2 or 3 days. For those with dry hair once or twice weekly is recommended.
- Wash your face & back
Shampoo and conditioner washes down your face and body, and so it’s important to rinse off any residue. If conditioner is left on the skin, it can cause irritation and breakouts.
- Drying
Some of us like to wrap our hair in a towel, but it may not be the best idea. It keeps you hair damp for longer and can pull on your scalp. Instead, pat your hair dry with a towel. You can use a microfiber towel to dry your hair if you want to be extra cautious about frizz and split ends.