Out of professional necessity (and personal devotion), I scrutinise each of the steps they perform at the hairdresser’s when I have my hair washed. And on many occasions I often learn something new, even if I have a long list of articles written on the subject of hair already. That’s exactly what happened to me recently during one of my salon visits, when the stylist told me of this shampoo hack, which entailed leaving my shampoo on for three minutes during the second wash.
Accustomed to waiting times in this area either for conditioner and/or mask, leaving the shampoo on for several minutes was unexpected for me. But the team’s explanation convinced me that I should internalise this habit once a week (doing it more often could dehydrate the hair and scalp): “It is advisable to use this shampoo hack at home as well, especially if you’re going to apply a mask or treatment afterwards. This is done because the shampoo not only cleanses, but also helps to detoxify the scalp and hair fibre, removing traces of silicones, residues and product build-up. It also favours a slight opening of the cuticle, which allows the mask or subsequent treatment to penetrate better and be more effective,” they pointed out.
Where most mistakes are made
Leaving your shampoo on for longer than usual once a week might be the best thing you’ll do for your hair and scalp. But the experts at Ki.Su confirm that in general, it is in this step that we make the most mistakes. Let’s review some of them with the help of the brand’s experts:
- The shampoo should be applied mainly on the scalp, not directly on the mid-lengths and ends.
- The massage should be gentle, without rubbing hard or tangling the hair, working the scalp with conscious and respectful movements.
- The middle and ends should also be cleaned, but not rubbed: they should be washed with the lather from top to bottom, following the natural direction of the hair, so as not to damage the cuticle.
- “A good wash should not be aggressive. Taking care of the cuticle from this first step is key to achieving flexible, light hair with movement,” they summarise.
Other mistakes
Although shampooing is the highlight of any hair wash, there are many other mistakes that are frequently made afterwards, such as not rinsing the shampoo well. “Leaving product residue makes the hair stiff and heavy,” say the experts. Another mistake is to wash the hair too shallowly, which leaves residue and prevents the penetration of subsequent treatments. It is also important to respect the application times for masks and to use a heat protector before drying. These are basic lessons in good hair washing that should always be remembered.
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