Even the most fundamental activities can be done incorrectly at times. One example is hair shampooing. Think again if you believe you understand the fundamentals of haircare. Most people get greying, hair loss, and other hair problems as a result of poor hair care habits. If you’ve been having hair issues, you should go back and examine what you’re doing incorrectly. This is why Teeanime will go back to basics today and break it down for you. Based on your hair and scalp type, here’s how you should wash your hair.
1. Oily Scalp
An oily scalp will be greasy all over, just like the name says. It will be sticky because as the day goes on, it will make more oil. Your scalp is oily if your hair sticks together and lies flat.
How to Shampoo:
Don’t wash your hair too much. This could make your scalp make more oil. Wash your hair every two days with a shampoo that cleans it, and you’ll be fine. Look for ingredients like clay and charcoal, which are known to absorb oil.
A dry scalp is the exact opposite of one that is oily. If your hair is always frizzy and itchy and you have powdery dandruff, you probably have a dry scalp.
How to Shampoo:
When you have a dry scalp, it’s very important to use hair oil before you wash your hair. You can try almond oil or olive oil instead of coconut oil, which isn’t as healthy. Use a shampoo that is gentle and moisturizing, and wash your hair every three days. Don’t wash your hair too much, because that can cause dandruff.
3. Combination Scalp
Some parts of a combination scalp are dry and some are oily. People who have a combination scalp usually have an oily crown.
How to Shampoo:
If you have this type of scalp, you don’t have to worry about much. Use a gentle shampoo, oil your hair once a week with a light oil, and wash it every three days.
4. Thin & Smooth Hair
Your hair is thin if you can see your scalp easily and it doesn’t have much volume. You can also feel the strands of your hair to see if they are thin.
How to Shampoo:
Thin hair needs more strength and volume than any other type of hair. You have to oil your hair because it will help make it stronger. If you have a type of scalp that gets oily easily, don’t leave the oil on for too long. Use a shampoo that really cleans your hair afterward, and you’ll be fine.
5. Thick & Frizzy Hair
The opposite will be true for hair that is thick. They have thicker hair strands and more volume.
How to Shampoo:
Thick hair tends to dry out quickly and needs more care than thin hair. Hair oils just won’t do it. You should also use hair masks every so often to tame your mane. Use a gentle shampoo and always put hair serum on your hair after washing it. Lastly, never brush or comb your hair when it’s wet.
The Bottomline
The first step in any hair care program is to wash your hair. It is critical that you understand the proper approach to wash your hair based on your hair type. This will benefit your hair in ways that no salon treatment will.
