admin I have very long, very thick, very tangle-prone hair, so it’s safe to say that washing my hair is one of my most dreaded beauty tasks. So much so that I have managed to train my hair into only needing a weekly wash, and will literally do anything I can to postpone the hours I have to spend brushing, shampooing, scrubbing, rinsing, combing, drying, and (eventually) styling.
I’m quite sure that I’m not alone. No one actually enjoys washing their hair, right? It’s one of those time-consuming tasks that, much like cleaning your makeup brushes, feels more like a chore than “self-care”. At the same time, it’s one of the most essential. We all know that neglecting hair wash day for too long results in lank, greasy hair, product build-up, and scalp issues—the long-term repercussions of which can really impact hair growth, condition, and health in the long run, too.
So, in an effort to try to streamline and condense my hairwashing routine as much as possible—and without compromising my hair and scalp health—I reached out to the professionals. If you’re looking to make wash day easier (maybe, even, enjoyable?), keep scrolling to discover the five hair-washing mistakes experts want us to stop making (and learn how to wash your hair properly).
