Discovering The Shampoo That's Right For You!

Finding it hard to get a shampoo that works for you?

Then this guide will help you to avoid the mistakes most people make when purchasing hair products.

Buying shampoo can be confusing to say the least. You need to think about whether you need shampoo that is hydrating, strengthening, smoothing, colour-safe, or thickening. You also need to think about your budget and any sensitivities you might have. By simply choosing the right shampoo for your hair type, you can make a huge difference to your hair strength, touch, and lustre.

Defining what Type of Scalp You Have

What is the best type of shampoo for you? A lot of people see their shampoo as being a hair-cleansing agent, but at the end of the day, it’s so much more. You need to think about your scalp when choosing your shampoo.

Shampoo is designed to clean your hair roots, over any other part of your hair. Many store-bought shampoos contain harsh ingredients and chemicals that strip your hair of oil and natural moisture - leaving your hair dry and brittle when used for long periods of time.

Shampoo for your hair type

If you have very oily roots, you may want to buy a shampoo that is less oil-based and more cleansing and hydrating.

On the flip side, if you are constantly struggling with a dry and itchy scalp, then you’ll need something more moisturising. If you’re looking for the best shampoos to buy from generic stores look for shampoos that label no added chemicals, are sulfate-free, and have no parabens, silicones, sulphates, or propylene glycol.

If you just have no idea what type of scalp you have, then feel it right after your shower. Does your scalp feel tight? Is it itchy? If it’s either of these, then you have a dry scalp. If your scalp is shiny, or if there is a lot of dandruff, then you probably have an oily scalp. If you don’t fit into either of these options, then you may have a combination scalp.

A combination scalp refers to a scalp that is not dry or oily. You’ll know if this is the case with your scalp if you have oily hair, two or three days after you’ve showered, as opposed to just the day after.

Focusing on Roots

Shampoo is for your scalp and your roots. Conditioner is for the ends of your hair. If you find that your scalp is oily but your ends are dry, then find a shampoo that is suited to oily hair. When you’ve done this, then choose a conditioner that is moisturising. Only apply the conditioner to your dry ends. Your scalp is full of sebaceous glands, and if yours are overactive, then you won’t need to add conditioner to the top of your head.

What should you Avoid?

If you have an oily scalp then you need to try and avoid shampoos that say moisturising, smoothing or even ones that are good for oily hair. Shampoos like this tend to be full of oils, meaning that they will make your oily hair situation worse. Instead, look for labels that mention things like volumising, strengthening or even balancing. These products are great at removing any excess oil. Although be sure to look for shampoos that label no added chemicals, are sulfate-free, and have no parabens, silicones, sulphates, or propylene glycol. This will avoid your hair becoming lack-luster and dry.

Clarifying shampoo can be great if you have very oily skin. Be careful not to overuse them, or this will dry out your scalp. Dry skin can stimulate more oil and more sebum production. Double shampoo may also help. Double shampoo basically means washing your hair with two different types of shampoo. You will use one to target your oily scalp- and another for your roots. Similar concepts apply for dry, frizzy or damaged hair.

If you are confused about which shampoo is best for your scalp, make sure to consult with the expert hairdressers Geelong to assess your scalp and provide you with the best shampoo for your type, and texture of hair.