How To Wash Hair

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Most people want to have clean, great smelling, and beautiful hair. Of course we use shampoo to clean it, go to the barber or hairstylist for a cut or trim, and usually brush it several times throughout the day. But styling is not nearly as important as cleaning and maintaining it properly. So let's look at how to wash hair.

In today’s society we associate proper hygiene with cleaning and washing from head to toe every single day of the week. However, not everyone believes that washing their hair everyday is a healthy habit. There are others whole think that using conditioners and shampoos everyday will cause damage and dryness to your hair.  

In fact, it is not the act of washing your hair daily that is the problem. The problem is the chemicals you are exposing your hair to. Not only does the shampoo or conditioner affect your hair, but the water temperature that you use does as well. It is important to read the labels of these products to ensure that they are made for your hair type. The most common hair types you will find are oily, dry, or combination.  

Once you have figured out your hair type and bought the proper shampoo, it is important to use a proper temperature for washing. You want to use water that is warm to the touch. When the water touches your scalp it should not feel hot or cold. Using hot water not only can scald you but it will wash away the natural oils produce by your hair follicles. Using too old of water will cause these hair follicles to close for an extended period of time, long after the natural oils have been washed away. One they become active again, they will over produce and your hair will feel oily and un-fresh. 

Now that we know the proper water temperature, it is time to get the shampoo. Again, this is another common place people make mistakes. You do not need 1/2 a cup of shampoo to wash your hair. A small amount in your palm should be enough. Gently massage the shampoo in to your scalp creating a nice lather. If you aren’t getting a good lather, then use a bit more shampoo. You should always massage the shampoo in to your scalp because massaging helps increase your blood circulation. This in turn, allows your scalp to dislodge dirt, dead skin cells, and other unwanted particles.  

Another important step to washing your hair is rinsing. A quick rinse is not the way to do it. It is important to get all of the shampoo and residue off your hair and scalp. It is actually recommended to rinse twice just to be sure. Having excess shampoo will cause dryness and irritation.  

The last step in washing your hair properly is drying it. The best drying method is to use a towel. You should always pat it dry and let it dry naturally. Just make sure it’s not dripping wet. If you must use a blow dryer then you should follow these simple guidelines. Always keep the hair dryer 6 inches away from your hair. Over heating your hair will cause it to dry out and become damaged. You can start off using the hotter setting but as your hair starts to dry, it is important to lower the setting. Again, this will help prevent problems associated with drying. You shouldn’t dry your hair completely with a blow dryer. Just before it is completely dry, stop and let it finish naturally. This will help prevent your hair from getting split ends or breaking.