Your hair type is the first thing that I would look at when discussing how often you should be washing. If your hair is fine, thin, and short, you are probably going to want to shampoo more often than if you have course, thick, and long. Curly hair needs more moisture to stay healthy than straight hair. While I don't often recommend washing daily, I understand that many people don't feel clean unless they do.
If you wash your hair daily, and would like to try going longer between cleansing, you need to use shampoo and conditioner that rinses clean, and keeps your scalp healthy. (Ask your stylist for some recommendations.) Start with an every other day schedule at first, and then try skipping a second day after a few weeks.
My personal routine is something like this:
Day 1 Wash, Condition, Style usually smooth
Day 3 Mist with B&b Tonic Lotion, Style- usually up
Day 4 Start the routine over again!
By using the Tonic Lotion, I don't have to reapply any styling products, other than hair spray. It "reactivates" any products that I originally put on from Day 1. By washing every three days, I am saving time and money! Try it, you can too!
I had this "how often should I wash my hair" conversation with my neighbor (who I adore). A few days later she yelled from across the street- "You should be so proud of me! I haven't showered in three days!!" I laughed and yelled back- "NO! You still have to shower! You just don't need to wash your hair!"
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