What is the best way to wash your hair?

Question

For long hair in particular. Any little known facts are welcoome also! Also which should go on first, shampoo or conditioner?(I have heard conditioner first and vice versa, both from professional hairdressers)

Answer 1

I heard the conditioner first rumor too & tried it, but it didn't work for me. I make sure to get a gentle shampoo with very little in it that's not natural. Same goes for the conditioner, though you'll end up at some pretty ecelectic establishments to find products like these.

What also helps me is a mid-range between soft & hard water. (Which means that I shower at my home for a week or so before I have to go to my friend's house to shower there because she has soft water & doing that keeps me from getting frizzy)

One of the best things to do is use the organic shampoo & conditioner with rain water *if* you can either collect it, or live in an area that it rains enough to make this possible.

In the end, you'll find what works best for you & don't forget that diet can cause chemical changes in the body just like stress does & that will also change the way your hair looks.

Answer 2

hi :p I don't have long hair ne more but I heard it's good 2 wash your hair in sections like 4 or 2's so u can clean the root better and avoid less tangles and because your hair in sections u have better control 2 get the product where it needs 2 go. I use this when I'm washing my braids or hair.Also its better 2 wash your hair with your fingertips instead of your nails so that u don't damage the hair when washing.I always shampoo first but if not I rinse conditioner my hair every other day.

Just make such u don't comb your hair 2 much when its wet b/c the hair is more weak when wet and I think this work that combing your hair from the ends up helps it not 2 get tangle. :p
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Answer 3

When washing your hair, it is best if you get in the shower. You may give yourself a back-ache and won’t be able to rinse properly if you wash your hair in the sink. Start by rinsing your hair to remove any leave-in conditioner or styling aids. Use a quarter sized dollop of shampoo and rub your hands together to distribute it. Put the shampoo on your scalp, not the ends of your hair. Work up a lather by massaging your scalp with your fingers and scalp brush. Don’t mix your hair all over your head; the more you do, the more tangled it will become.

You may notice that during the first shampoo, you won’t have much lather. That is because your hair is still dirty! Rinse well and then repeat, but this time, let the shampoo sit for a minute (especially if you are using a protein shampoo). Rinse, then press the water out of your hair. Never squeeze or pull your hair when it’s wet. Instead, smooth your hands down from the top of your head down to remove excess water, and important step before adding any conditioner.

Hot or Cold Water?

Honestly, it doesn’t matter because the effects are barely noticeable. However, experts say to wash hair in hot or warm water to help remove dirt and build-up and to rinse hair in cool water to close the cuticle and add shine.

Deep Conditioning

Conditioners penetrate better on towel dried hair so remove excess water first. Be gentle! To protect your hair, smooth your hands down your head from the top of your head down to remove excess water. As your hair grows longer, gather your hair at the base of your neck with one hand, and once anchored, use the other hand to gently press the water out of the ends of your hair. Then, use a generous amount (half-dollar size dollop or more for longer hair) to make sure your hair is completely covered. Concentrate on your hairline, nape and the ends of your hair, where it’s needed most. Massage well, but DO NOT COMB THROUGH; it’s too damaging to your hair. Snap on a plastic cap and sit under a warm dryer for 10 minutes. Rinse well and follow with an instant conditioner

Answer 4

Well, I use Dove shampoo and conditioner, it works really well on my hair which is also long and sometimes greasy. Alot of people put shampoo and then conditioner, because shampoo usually rinses out the germs and the conditioner softens it! That is my opinion.

Answer 5

They finally came out with this new invention called shampoo and water. Works great, people have been using for a while now, AND the shampoo comes in varieties! How about that? Who knew? Thats wild! I use suave Ocean Breeze....

Answer 6

no you should shampoo first because it washes your hair and then you put conditioner for a finishing touch itmakes your hair soft and it doesnt cause tangles

Answer 7

wash with bottled water to make it smooth. and shampoo is first, then conditioner

Answer 8

Wash your hair in the shower with shampoo lol.

Answer 9

Wash your hair twice, and both times use tepid water, not hot!!!

Answer 10

that's true, conditioner, then shampoo.