The perennial query: how frequently should one actually wash one's hair? Every day? Every week? Celebrity hair experts say that while the answer varies depending on a number of circumstances, there are certain general guidelines that apply.
 
Although factors including hair type, texture, and environment are important, excessive washing can activate the scalp's oil glands, which increases the production of oil. Less can thus be more. Professionals suggest taking into account your unique hair requirements and modifying your washing schedule appropriately.
 
The more you wash or style your hair, the more you activate the oil glands in your scalp, which are stimulated by massage.

According to Lana Del Rey's personal hairdresser Anna Cofone, "You should really only wash your hair once every three or four days, and then make sure you're using a mask at least once a week."
 
According to a recent study from the haircare company Philip Kingsley, only one in ten women claim they shampoo every day, while 45% say they do it two to three times a week and 21% every other day.
 
"Your hair texture can impact how oily your scalp is," says Anabel Kingsley, a trichologist and Philip Kingsley's proprietor. "Those with finer-textured hair tend to have more hairs per centimeter on their head than those with thicker, coarser or coiled hair textures - and therefore more oil glands producing more sebum."
 
This explains why people with fine hair frequently feel that their hair gets oily easily and that they need to wash it every day to prevent the look of limp, flat roots.
 
Try shampooing your medium-textured hair every day or every other day. Coarser and curlier hair types should ideally go no more than three days without shampooing.
 
Warning signs of excessive hair washing
 
There are occasions when you sense a problem with your hair but are unable to identify the underlying cause. Although there are outside influences, it can just be a matter of how often you wash your hair.

According to victoria Panting, a technical trainer for Paul Mitchell, "Over-washing makes your hair dry, brittle, and lack shine."
 
"The scalp feels tight or flaky and may become irritated, you'll also see increased split ends or breakage, especially for chemically treated hair."
 
"Hair will look greasy, dull, and lifeless," says Panting, "and the scalp feels itchy or has visible residue build-up, and you may see an increase in shedding." These are not the only symptoms of under-washing your hair.
 
"Your scalp is also a living tissue; it sweats, produces oils, and sheds skin cells," Kingsley explains. "You wouldn't leave more than three days between washing your face, and you apply the same thinking to your hair and scalp."

Your hair may become greasier due to a buildup of debris, dead skin cells, oil, and hair products if you don't wash it frequently enough. To get the best possible hair development, your hair and scalp must be clean and healthy. This also helps to avoid scalp problems.
 
 
 

 
 
 
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SIBY JEYYA

22/01/2025 10:07 AM