11 Jul How To Wash, Condition And Care For Your Hair: Tips From The American Academy of Dermatology
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Do you think you have your hair cleansing routine down to a science? Of course: Wash. Rinse. Repeat (that’s even if we feel like doing the third step). But, this summer, make sure you are thoroughly cleansing and conditioning not only your scalp but you hair as well with some easy-to-remember steps. Read on as the American Academy of Dermatology provides us with important information in regards to how often we should wash our hair and which hair care products to use according to our hair type.
“When shampooing, concentrate on cleaning primarily the scalp, rather than the entire length of the hair, as washing only your hair can create flyaway hair that is dull and coarse,” said board-certified dermatologist Zoe D. Draelos, MD, FAAD. “When using a conditioner, the recommendation is different. Conditioners should only be used on the tips of the hair and not on the scalp or length of the hair since conditioners can make fine hair look limp.”
To maintain healthy hair, Dr. Draelos recommends people also follow these tips:
1. Wash oily hair more frequently. How often you wash your hair should be based on how much oil your scalp produces
– If your scalp is oily, you may need to wash it as often as once a day.
– If you have chemically-treated hair, your hair may be drier, so you may want to wash it less frequently.
– As you get older, your scalp makes less oil, so you may not need to shampoo as often. But if you see flakes in your hair, you may not be shampooing enough. This can lead to dandruff and other scalp diseases.
2. Use conditioner after every shampoo
Unless you use a “2-in-1” shampoo, which cleans and conditions hair. Using a conditioner can significantly improve the look of damaged or weathered hair by increasing shine, decreasing static electricity, improving strength and offering some protection from harmful UV rays.
3. Choose a shampoo and conditioner formulated specifically for your hair type
For example, if you color your hair, use a shampoo designed for color-treated hair. If your hair is damaged or chemically treated, consider a “2-in-1” shampoo. Regardless of cost, many shampoo and conditioner brands provide the same benefits.
4. Protect hair when swimming
Protect your hair from the damaging effects of chlorine by wetting and conditioning your hair before swimming. Wear a tight-fitting swim cap and use a specially formulated swimmers shampoo and deep conditioner after swimming to replace lost moisture.
“A dermatologist can address any questions or concerns that you have about caring for your hair,” said Dr. Draelos. “Be sure to see a dermatologist if you are experiencing unexplained hair loss as this may be a sign of a serious medical condition.” These steps are demonstrated in “Tips for Healthy Hair,” a video posted to the Academy website and the Academy’s YouTube channel. This video is part of the Dermatology A to Z: Video Series, which offers relatable videos that demonstrate tips people can use to properly care for their skin, hair and nails. A new video in the series will be posted to the Academy website and the YouTube channel each month.
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Jeri Eroh
Posted at 16:18h, 12 JulyThis was very helpful! I learned a lot of useful tips, and I will try changing some of my methods in order to keep my scalp and hair even healthier. Thank you for sharing! 🙂
Cindy H
Posted at 02:28h, 13 JulyVery helpful. Glad to know I’m doing SOMETHING right! Now if I can only figure out why my scalp itches, I’ll be great! Thanks so much
Maribel
Posted at 04:26h, 17 JulyI have a very oily scalp but the ends of my hair are very oily. This was very useful, thanks
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