When it comes to how often you wash your hair, there are two schools of thought: men who prefer to wash their hair every day and those who try to space out their shampoos as much as possible. Behind this seemingly insignificant decision, there are many benefits at stake: savings on time and products, and even better hair health.
The more you wash them, the more they need washing
Hair doesn’t necessarily like to be washed too often, which is normal. In fact, the more you wash your hair, the more you stimulate the scalp and its sebaceous glands, which react by producing even more sebum, an oil that the hair produces to protect itself, and the greasier it looks. Over time, this can also sensitise the scalp and make the hair more fragile, which is not ideal for preventing baldness. A vicious circle that’s easy to break.
How do we do it ?
By reducing the frequency of washing, the scalp can better regulate its sebum production. Of course, it also depends on your lifestyle. Someone who does a lot of sport or works on a dusty building site will find it harder to go without shampoo than an office worker who keeps to himself. As perspiration evaporates from the scalp, some of the sebum is carried to the lengths, which is why hair looks greasy, especially after sport. Shampooing every other day is fine. Twice a week is even better. Some people even manage to wash their hair just once a week and their scalp is fine.
How can I space out my shampoos?
To make the wait until the next wash easier to bear, a quick brush through the hair can help: it removes the biggest impurities like dust, and distributes the sebum throughout the hair so that the greasy effect is less noticeable. In addition, a simple rinse with clean, cool water can help by removing any styling products you may have used, or giving hair a fresh look after a sports session, for example. Another tip is that conditioner can be used in the same way as shampoo: it won’t really wash the hair, but it will condition it. Thanks to this treatment, your hair will be nourished, moisturised and detangled.
Morning or evening ?
The answer to the question of ideal timing is mainly a question of taste and drying. In the evening, shampooing well before bed gives the hair time to dry naturally. This is important because humidity opens up the hair scales, making it more porous and fragile. Drying in the morning is also important, as wet hair is more sensitive to external pollution.
Conclusion
The answer to the question of ideal timing is mainly a question of taste and drying. In the evening, shampooing well before bed gives the hair time to dry naturally. This is important because humidity opens up the hair scales, making it more porous and fragile. Drying in the morning is also important, as wet hair is more sensitive to external pollution.
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