Beneath our hair lies the scalp, home to sebaceous glands that secrete sebum and maintain a pH level that's necessary to protect our skin. This sebum is the best protector for the hair cuticle. While excess sebum isn't considered hygienic or aesthetic, it's essential to maintain it within normal levels.
Washing our hair too frequently risks changing the scalp's pH, altering the lipid layer, and aggressively flushing out sebum. Our scalp may interpret this as insufficient sebum production, which can actually cause the opposite of what we want, as it could lead to increased sebum production by our glands. Washing too frequently also doesn't benefit dyed hair, as the water washes out the color.
This is why it's recommended to wash your hair two to three times a week, and choosing the right products is also very important. It's also true that not all hair is the same; fine hair generally gets greasier and will need to be washed more frequently. The best option is to look for organic shampoos , free of sulfates, alcohol, or parabens, which allow us to wash our hair more often without damaging the scalp.
Another important point is conditioner . If we only use shampoo, our hair breaks when we comb it. Conditioner helps maintain proper hydration, strengthens the cuticle, and nourishes the hair, preventing water loss. That's why you should never skip conditioner.
Did you know that there are different types of conditioners today?
There are traditional ones, but there are also after-shower products, some creamier, others more oily. There are spray- on and leave- in products that are a great alternative to washing your hair every day and still keep it shiny and soft. TAIGA SIBERICA's multi-function conditioner , based on royal jelly, is an ideal hair care product for any hair type: it can be applied all over the hair or just to the ends, helping it look cleaner for longer and allowing you to extend the frequency of washing.
Tip!
This type of product is very useful if you have color-treated hair. The worst enemy of color-treated hair is water, especially hot water, which opens the cuticle and slowly loses the color molecules from the dye. Before washing your hair, you can apply the spray, covering your entire head. This way, you coat your hair with a protective film and prevent it from absorbing too much water and washing away the color.
Which team are you on? The one who washes their hair every day, or the one who washes it as often as possible? Tell us about your experience!
