There's never been a better time to skip shampoo.
in the cholesterol, proteins, and fats it needs to thrive and protects it from unhealthy bacteria and fungi. As sebum makes its way down the hair shaft, on its own or from brushing, it even "moisturizes the hair fibers," she says.You can think of sebum as an all-in-one conditioner, strengthener, and shine treatment. Butyou think of it that way? Probably not. Over the years, oil has become something to be avoided at all costs.
"When too much oil is secreted, we start to think it is a bad thing," agrees hairstylist Paul Labrecque, the founder ofCould you let me do my thing, please?It's not only sebum production that's impacted by over-cleansing. "The risks include dry, brittle hair;; and an onslaught of unhealthy bacteria that trigger folliculitis," Hill says. "Over-shampooing can also lead to hair breakage, shedding, and thinning.
Of course, what counts as "over-shampooing" differs from person to person. "On average, cleansing should be done two to three times per week," Labrecque says; while Hill advises "no more than once a week for very thick, coarse, curly hair.
Medium-to-thick hair types should be shampooing "a maximum of every two days," the trichologist elaborates, then work their way down. “The healthiest heads of thick hair typically have mastered the once a week shampoo.”Shampooing is not the same as rinsing, and rinsing with water is encouraged during this "detox" phase to keep you feeling fresh, says Hill.
United States Latest News, United States Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Quarantine Sucks. Why Not Get Engaged?'I didn't want us to think about the quarantine as that time that I lost my job for a brief time. I wanted to think about when we were stuck in the house, and we got engaged.'
Read more »
Why oil prices went negative and why they can go negative againIf refineries ultimately don't want oil, it has little to no value. If you have oil and nowhere to put it, it can have negative value.
Read more »
Why some kids are happier right nowA number of parents are encountering an unexpected response to shelter-in-place rules. Their children seem happier. It helps parents see what was going wrong before the pandemic and gives parents the chance to restructure their lives moving forward.
Read more »
Here’s How (& Why) Plus-Size Brand Henning Plans To Survive The PandemicHenning, a luxury womenswear brand for sizes 12 and up, decides to launch a spring collection during the pandemic. Here's why.
Read more »
Kevin James Announces He Is Not Considering Late-Career Shift Towards More Dramatic RolesLOS ANGELES—Asserting that he would never venture into the world of prestige film and television, actor Kevin James announced Monday that he is not considering a late-career shift towards more dramatic roles. “I can confirm that I am in no way planning a pivot toward taking on more weighty, serious roles,” said James, who also confirmed he has not spent a moment of free time filming a passion project that would explore darker, more personal themes. “You can expect me to continue making slapstick comedies where I get mad at my wife for losing the remote and occasionally wipe out on a Segway. I have no intention of playing a troubled genius or a controversial historical figure or anything at all that speaks to something deeper about the human condition.” James went on to say, however, he would reconsider if given the opportunity to collaborate with director Lars von Trier.
Read more »