It can be very hard to get the perfect shampoo that manages all the issues of your hair. Thickening, color protection, split ends, dandruff, oily scalp, dry hair, and the list just doesn’t end! Isn’t there an easier way to match the lingo on the bottle with your hair? Trust us, we are too scratching our heads on this one. But we’ve found an easier approach to this dilemma. We spoke to a couple of trichologists and dermatologists who are experts on the scalp, they suggested that Without getting confused with all the ingredients and types available in the market, all we need to do is discover what your scalp and hair type is. Accordingly, we can suggest a kind of shampoo that would be just ideal for you. Let’s get into it!
The shampoo doesn’t only cleanse your hair and nourish it, it also provides your scalp the cleaning it requires. It is made to primarily work on the roots of your hair, however, we consider it a tool for our hair more. Whereas a conditioner does the job of moisturizing your hair, while the shampoo manages everything going on with your scalp.
An oily scalp is shinier and gets greasy very fast. It is also more prone to dandruff. If you have an oily scalp, you need a cleansing shampoo rich in Vitamin C.
Here are a few tips for you if you have an oily scalp.
- Shampoos that are hydrating, moisturizing, and smoothening are all poison for your already oily scalp.
- Look out for labels such as strengthening, volumizing, or balancing. Such products are particularly non moisturizing and better at cleaning off all the oil.
- Give your scalp some more attention in the shower and let the shampoo seep through all that hair and reach the scalp. Massage the product into the roots and cleanse it well with water. Leaving shampoo and not washing it well can also make your hair and scalp oily.
- Avoid using a conditioner unless your ends are dry. Do not use conditioner on your scalp at all.
- You can also try double shampoo formula. Many brands have removed a two-step process for your hair where you wash your hair in parts for specific needs.
On the other hand, if you have a dry scalp, that is tight and itchy after a shower, get a moisturizing creamy shampoo that softens your roots and hydrates your scalp. Here are tips on what kinds of shampoo you should use and the types you should avoid.
- Shampoos that are fortifying and volumizing will not work for you. It will dry out your scalp further and make it tighter.
- If your scalp is a bit dry and you do not feel like itching, then shampoos that are nourishing, hydrating, and moisturizing are great for you. They will loosen the scalp fibers and keep them looser and calmer.
- Shampoos rich in sulfate also can be harmful to your dry scalp.
- Even for this type of scalp, a good and thorough wash is very important. Go for a head shower when you know you have the time to give your scalp and hair all the time it needs.
- Ingredients such as menthol and tea tree will do wonders for your flaky scalp.
If you’re lucky and have the ideal combination scalp, then you just need to look after your hair with all your heart. Go for a nice balanced shampoo, and wash your hair thrice a week to maintain its bounce and elasticity. As much as we enjoy coloring and styling our hair using heating devices, it’s always better to let them flow the natural way and harm them the least. Our hair gives us the beauty we possess and are proud of, let’s be proud of it and show it some love and care it deserves.
