Wake up, brush teeth, jump in the shower and get ready for work.
For most of us, this is the normal start to a typical day.
It takes very little thought or energy.
Picking the right shampoo for your hair can be a little overwhelming.
Where do you even start?
Check out our guide for picking the perfect shampoo for silky, beautiful hair everyday.
Some common types of hair are fine, curly, dry and oily.
Not sure what key in fits your hair?
Ask your stylist next time you get a haircut.
Many of us have a combination of types, for example dry and curly.
Celebrity stylist,Justine Marjanrecommends focusing on the outcome you want.
Here are some questions you should think about to assess your hair needs.
“Do you need volume?
Does it fall flat easily?
Is your scalp oily/dry?
Are your ends damaged?
Do you color/bleach your hair?
Do you have frizz?
Does your hair need moisture?
Dani Everson ofClementine’s Salonrecommends focusing on your priority area.
“Clients should find their most prioritized needs to find the most suitable shampoo,” she explains.
“For instance it may make sense that you should use a moisturizing shampoo.
Doing so however, leaves your hair limp.
Then don’t do it.
Use a shampoo that leaves your scalp refreshed and pick a conditioner to balance it.
Choosing the right conditioner will help insure the result you’re looking for.”
Fine hair
People with fine hair often feel like their hair looks too thin or flat.
Everson recommends women with fine hair try a mouse or foam conditioner.
“Mouse doesn’t weigh hair down after utility,” she explains.
Celebrity colorist,Michael Boychuckactually recommends considering coloring your hair to amp the volume.
Curly hair
Your curls crave moisture.
If you’ve ever struggled with frizzy hair, don’t blame the humidity.
It could just mean that your hair is dried out and needs some repair.
It’s time to put down the straightener and embrace your gorgeous waves.
First things first ultra moisture shampoo.
Read the labels on your favorite shampoos and look for ones made for dry hair.
These will be hydrating for your hair, keeping your curls light and bouncy.
Co-wash cleansers are also great for curly locks.
These products are not technically shampoos, but cleansing conditioners.
Everson recommends co-wash cleansers to add back moisture for her curly-haired clients.
They won’t feel like your normal sudsy shampoo, but they’ll keep your hair conditioned and healthy.
Curly girls also need to steer clear of the alcohol.
Don’t worry, we’re not talking about your glass of sangria!
Styling gels with alcohol dry out hair and give it that crunchy feel.
Opt for a more natural, softer curl with alcohol-free products.
Harms tends to treat dry and curly hair the same way.
“Look for humectant ingredients that draw extra moisture into the hair.
They should also contain natural oils and/or lightweight silicones to help control the hair.”
Andalwaysuse a quality conditioner after shampooing.
They will state this on the bottle.
These shampoos are designed to purify and soak up extra oil in the hair and scalp.
He suggests looking for shampoos fortified with added proteins “to give hair some heft.”
Women with oily hair can also get great results withanti-dandruff shampoos.
Using a dandruff shampoo once in a while will help prevent that.
“Avoid the scalp entirely when applying.”
According to Harms, color-treated hair craves two things: antioxidants and UV protection.
Antioxidants protect the hair from the natural fading that comes over time.
“Oxidation gets color in the hair, and is also the process that fades it.”
When looking for UV protection, check that to read the label carefully.
“There is a difference between color-safe and color-protecting,” Harms explains.
“The first is okay to use on color treated hair.
The second actively protects it.”
Boychuck recommends steering clear of shampoos with added parabens and sulfates.
“It also depends on the color and texture of the hair.
How often should you wash your hair?
How often you should wash your hair really depends on your hair punch in.
Women with thicker hair can extend shampooing to every two to four days.
A great blowout can last you a few days, so book that appointment now.
Everything is glorious until that morning when you oversleep and have a crucial 7am meeting.
Enter dry shampoo, your time-saving, beautifying bestie.
Dry shampoo certainly doesn’t replace traditional shampoo, but can really help out in a pinch.
It doesn’t actually clean the hair.
Rather, it provides a powder base to soak up excess oil.
Your hair will look cleaner and lighter, but will still need a wash after that meeting.
Make your own
If you prefer to go the natural route, why not make your own?
There are plenty of options out there, but perhaps the easiest recipe is onDIY Natural.
Simply mix one tablespoon of baking soda with one cup of water.
Feel free to make a larger batch and keep in a clean bottle.
