How Often Should You Really Wash Your Hair?

January 24, 2022 SBS Hair 0 Comments

Every other day? Twice a week? Daily? How regularly do you wash your hair? Unfortunately, it isn’t easy to know how often you should be picking up the shampoo and conditioner, as so much      advice is thrown around in women’s magazines, on social media, and straight from the experts behind the professional hair care brands themselves.

That is why, in today’s blog, we’re answering all your burning hair washing related questions. We’ll be looking into the different hair types one by one to help provide the answer to the big question of “how often should you really wash your hair?” We’ll also delve into the world of dry shampoo and whether this is a suitable replacement for traditional liquid-based shampoos.

The Effects of Washing Your Hair Everyday

Although you may love the feeling of fresh and clean hair, washing it every day brings a long list of adverse effects and can damage your hair – let’s take a look.

Strips your hair of natural oils. Although you may think that oil and hair aren’t a great match, we need natural oils to stop our scalp from drying out. Unfortunately, washing your hair every day could result in a lack of natural oil and could leave your hair feeling straw-like rather quickly.

Dulls your shine. Even using shampoo and conditioner that are made to add shine can dull your hair if used every day. Similarly, coloured hair fades faster if washed daily, even if it was a permanent hair dye.

Causes split ends. A side effect of dry hair is split ends, caused by the natural oils being stripped from the hair when washed daily. This makes your hair look and feel dry and can make it difficult to grow your hair.

How Often Should I Wash My Oily Hair?

Oily hair often gets bad press and is the main reason people wash their hair. Nobody likes the feeling of greasy hair, so it can be tempting for those with a naturally oily scalp to pick up the shampoo every day in the shower. The primary guideline of hair washing is to clean it once it begins to feel unclean to the touch, which could be daily for those with excess natural oils. However, as this is considered unhealthy, you can do a few things to reduce your washing routine.

First, use fewer products on your hair, such as serums and sprays, as if used in excess or too frequently, you may find that it’s not the oil you’re feeling on your hair; it’s a product build-up. Next, use      a shampoo and conditioner with natural ingredients such as our vegan hair products, as they are less likely to leave your hair feeling oily. Finally, after each wash, make sure you’re removing all the product, as even a tiny amount of conditioner left on your hair can make your scalp feel unclean straight after it’s been blow-dried.

How Often Should I Wash My Dry Hair?

Your washing routine may feel like a vicious cycle for those with dry hair. Your hair feels dry, so you wash it to get that clean, fresh feeling, but before you know it, that dry and straw-like texture returns, so you wash again; and repeat. As mentioned, washing too frequently causes dry hair, so it’s essential to stop this cycle to start seeing results. When you wash your hair, choose a shampoo designed to add moisture, such as the Nine Yards All In Moisture Shampoo. This Nine Yards shampoo contains natural extracts of shea butter, broccoli oil, jasmine flower, green tea, and aloe vera – ideal for dry or coarse hair in need of some moisture.

How Often Should I Wash My Thick Hair?

Thick hair is often naturally dry, as there aren’t enough natural oils to cover all the hair. Thus, this puts those with thick hair in a similar vicious cycle to those with naturally dry hair and can often cause more problems for themselves by chasing that fresh straight out of the shower feeling. We recommend washing thick hair a few times a week with a shampoo aimed at those with thick, dry hair, such as the EVERYGREEN Dry Hair Shampoo. This EVERYGREEN shampoo will leave you feeling clean and help your hair’s overall health with its hydrating and nourishing ingredients.

How Often Should I Wash My Thin Hair?

If your hair is naturally thin or straight, you will more than likely benefit from washing it more frequently than those with other hair types. Therefore, you should be washing your hair every other day with shampoo and conditioner designed to thicken your hair. These products, such as the Nine Yards Go Loud Shampoo, are packed with ingredients your hair needs and may be lacking. Additionally, as part of your hair care routine, consider taking vitamins for hair growth and thickness, as these will aid your hair growth journey, thickening your hair and thus reducing how much you need to wash it in the future.

Is Dry Shampoo a Good Replacement for Washing My Hair?

In short, no, dry shampoo isn’t a replacement for washing your hair, although it does have some fantastic benefits. Whilst dry shampoo doesn’t wash your hair as regular shampoo does, it absorbs oil from your scalp, preventing your hair from appearing greasy. So if you’re looking to extend the time in-between hair washes, dry shampoo is a great idea, as it can give you that fresh feeling without stripping your hair of all those vital natural oils. Just don’t forget to give your hair a good scrub after using dry shampoo, as a product build-up will bring you right back to square one, leaving you with a greasy scalp.

How Can Salon Business Solutions Help?

Here at Salon Business Solutions, we have everything you need for all stages of your hair washing routine. We have it all, from thickening shampoos to moisturising hair masks and dry shampoo for those lazy days. So please take a look at our incredible product range from professional hair care brands today to find what you’re looking for.

We hope that this blog was helpful and you now have a better understanding of how often you should be washing your hair. For more tips, tricks, and advice from the experts, head to our blog, where we publish articles similar to this one. Additionally, please contact our team with any questions.