3 ways to wash your hair
For both men and women, there are many types of shampoos and conditioners to choose from in the store. It is important to learn to find the right shampoo and conditioner for the type of hair you have, because doing so is essential to make it look and feel the best. Combine the right shampoo and conditioner with the right washing and conditioning techniques, and you're on the way to show off excellent hair.
Bed Head for Men Wise Up Scalp Shampoo, 8.45 Fluid Ounce
Method 1 Wash the hair
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Rinse the hair thoroughly with warm water. The hair must be completely wet before applying the shampoo. The use of warm water is important, because it will open the hair cuticles. Once the hair is soaked in warm water, it will begin to release the accumulated dirt. In addition, the warm water will help the hair and scalp absorb the conditioner's oils. [one]
Let the hair get completely wet before applying the shampoo.
Consider using a water filter that removes any strong minerals from the water. The hair will rinse better and you will feel softer in this way. [two]
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Condition the hair before applying the shampoo if you have long hair. This may be new for you, but if the hair falls below the shoulders, the ends of the hair will require more conditioning to stay strong. Apply a small amount of conditioner to the palms of your hands and gently massage the ends of the hair. This will protect the tips of the break and give them shine. [3]
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Gently massage the shampoo on the roots of the hair. If you have short or medium hair, apply an amount of shampoo the size of a quarter in the palm of your hand. You can double that amount if you have hair longer than shoulder height. Rub it between the palms of your hands and then gently apply it to the roots of the hair, massaging and not rubbing, as you go. Make sure you wash your neck thoroughly with shampoo. [4]
Do it delicately, do not rub your hair or make sudden circular movements. Avoid damaging or breaking the hair cuticles.
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Do not apply shampoo on the ends of hair if you have very long hair. You'll need more shampoo at the roots, because that's where most of the oil is. You will need less or no shampoo at the tips, since it is the oldest and most dried hair.
If you have accumulation of fat, you can wash your hair with a purifying shampoo once a week.
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Rinse the hair and wring out the excess water. Rinse your hair with warm water until it is free of all shampoo. Run your fingers through your hair to remove water if you have short hair. If you have it long, squeeze it carefully in the middle section and the tips to prepare it for the conditioner.
Method 2 Condition the hair
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Distribute the conditioner evenly on the hair if it is less than 7.5 cm (3 inches) in length. You can use a quantity of conditioner the size of a quarter. Let him act for two and a half minutes and use this time to shave or finish showering, if you prefer. If you use a conditioner for normal hair, you can use it every day. [5]
Rinse your hair thoroughly with warm water. If a lot of fat builds up in your hair, it could be because you do not rinse it well enough after conditioning.
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Apply conditioner in the middle section and on the ends of the hair if you have it longer. Rub a small portion of conditioner between your hands. It is not necessary to apply conditioner to the hair roots. The hair is sufficiently greasy at the roots. [6]
Gather your hair and finish showering. The longer you leave the conditioner on your hair, the better it will absorb it. Keep a clip in the shower its repeated use.
You can also use a bun to hold your hair up, but be careful not to squeeze it because you will not want to hurt the cuticles. Remember, the hair is at its most fragile when wet.
You can also use a shower cap to keep the conditioner from rinsing while you bathe.
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Leave the conditioner on your hair for 10 minutes after showering if you have long hair. If you want to get out of the shower quickly to save water or have extra dry hair, this will give the hair the extra time it takes to absorb the conditioner's oils. Keep your hair up with a clip or wrap it in a towel so it does not interfere.
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Rinse your hair with cold water if you have long hair. Cold water will close the hair cuticles and keep moisture and oils sealed in the hair. Hair will look brighter if you remember to do this step consistently during the shower routine.
Make sure you rinse all the conditioner. If you still have conditioner in your hair, it can leave your hair weak and oily.
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Use a conditioner without rinsing. Non-rinsing conditioners are marketed for both men and women. Leaving the conditioner without rinsing will strengthen the hair and make it more flexible. After the shower, apply the conditioner without rinsing on damp hair.
Bed Head, Aveda and Paul Mitchell have non-rinsing conditioner products for men.
Some men who use shampoo every day claim that the conditioner without rinsing leaves the hair more manageable. [7]
Method 3 Choose the right shampoo and conditioner
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Buy shampoo and conditioner for normal hair if you have hair shorter than 7.5 cm (3 inches). Normal shampoo works for nine out of ten people who have hair less than 7.5 cm (3 inches) in length. However, if you have problems with a scalp that is too dry or too oily, buy shampoo for oily hair or anti-dandruff shampoo. [8]
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Increase hair volume if you have thin, weak or oily hair. It's called volumizing shampoo in the women's section and thickening shampoo in the men's section. [9] This shampoo or conditioner will help you give your hair more body.
Avoid shampoos or creamy conditioners that will make the hair more greasy. [10] You will want a mild shampoo that you can use every day or every other day. [eleven]
If you have problems with oily hair, you can apply dry shampoo to your hair between washes. Even men can and should use dry shampoo, this will help the hair look fresh even when you have not showered. [12] Dry shampoo is also good because it adds texture and volume if you have thin hair.
You may not need to use conditioner if you have oily hair. Consider using an aerosol conditioner or mild conditioner with tea tree oil to absorb hair grease. [13]
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Strengthen the hair with a protein-based shampoo if you use chemicals. If you dye your hair or treat it chemically, look for a shampoo with wheat and soy extracts or silk amino acids. Male hair care does not usually offer shampoo and conditioner for this type of hair; however, there is nothing wrong with buying shampoo for women if you want to preserve the tonality of the hair. Look for color-protective shampoos, or use a soft baby shampoo that does not fade your hair. [14]
Use the conditioner only on the ends of the hair if you have long hair. The hair already has enough natural oils in the roots and you will only need to apply the conditioner on the middle part and the tips of the hair.
Avoid conditioners with silicone that color the hair, if you want to preserve the color of hair. Also, do not wash it every day as this could also discolour hair color.
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Get a shampoo to soften and control hair if you have thick or curly hair. Good shampoos for coarse and curly hair contain wheat germ oil, macadamia or almond oil, or shea butter. You can also use shampoos or conditioners with glycerin or silicone to keep your hair well hydrated.
You can also regularly undergo treatments with hot oil to help control frizz. [fifteen]
Use an intense moisturizing conditioner every time you wash your hair.
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Use a creamy shampoo if you have dry or frizzy hair. Coconut, argan, grape seed and avocado oils are excellent treatments for dry hair. Use an ultra-moisturizing conditioner every time you wash your hair. [16]
You can also use shampoo made for dry or dyed hair to control it if you have curled and dry hair, because they hydrate hair very well.
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Alternate the type of shampoo you use if you have dandruff. This is the best method to fight dandruff. Change between a shampoo with salicylic acid, one with zinc pyrithione and another with selenium sulfide to effectively fight those annoying particles. It also alternates occasionally with a regular shampoo or moisturizing shampoo if the hair is drying because of anti-dandruff shampoos. [17]
If the hair still has particles, after removing the shampoo, rinse your hair with apple cider vinegar to fight fungal infections and bacteria. [18]