Are You Using Shampoo the Right Way?

A squeaky clean scalp requires proper shampooing and conditioning, we often make mistakes while using shampoo. The first mistake is that we directly apply shampoo on the scalp, this is the worst thing to do to your hair. Always dilute the shampoo in little water and then apply it to your hair and scalp. This will ensure that the shampoo spreads evenly on your hair and will not make some patches very dry.

It is advisable to comb your hair before shampooing since it will detangle the hair and will prevent hair fall due to tangles. Also wet your scalp and hair completely before applying shampoo. Do not re-apply shampoo, instead leave it on for 1 minute to clean your hair of any traces of oil or hair products. Rinse the shampoo thoroughly, do not leave any traces of shampoo in your hair.

Once you are done with shampooing, use a conditioner also in a proper manner. Conditioning your hair is very important and avoid using a shampoo which has a conditioner in it, instead use a separate conditioner. Hair that has been shampooed can be squeezed a bit to remove the excess water and if you feel you can comb your hair again. Apply the conditioner on the hair and not the scalp, it is meant for your hair.

Shampoo needs to be applied to both hair and scalp but a conditioner should be applied only on the hair. Leave the conditioner for atleast 5 minutes and rinse it off completely. There are various types of conditioners for various hair types. For damaged hair use a protien conditioner and for Dry hair use an Intensive moisturising conditioner, for oily hair you can use a normal oil free conditioner.Conditioning is a way of nourishing hair it prevents the hair from getting dry and makes the hair smooth and easy to manage.