Shampooing 101

Let’s face it, not all shampoos are created equal. But no matter what product you choose, there are a couple tips to keep in mind.

1) Make sure your hair is VERY saturated with water.

2) Disperse the appropriate amount of product onto your fingers. Start with a nickel-sized amount. (Short hair requires less product than long hair—NO ONE requires the ‘upside down super squeeze’ handful of product!)

3) Emulsify the shampoo on your 10 fingertips. This gets all the active ingredients blended together.

4) MOST IMPORTANT! Apply the shampoo (on your fingertips) to YOUR SCALP area. That’s where the majority of excess oils and dirt are. Work into a good lather at the scalp and rinse thru the length of your hair.

NOTES:
Inexpensive store brands typically require you to use more product because they contain more water. Luxury lines are usually more concentrated, requiring less product.

Warm water is better than hot, especially if you have colored your locks.

If you use gels, mousse, hairspray, pomades or any combination of these styling products, a weekly Clarifying Shampoo is a must!

Watch for our next post on CONDITIONER 101!