Remember when washing your hair was easy?
Shampoo cleaned and a matching conditioner detangled and that was it.
Well, that simple duo has changed and so has your hair.
However, it’s not just about choosing the right formula.
The whole suds-and-rinse routine has been overhauled to improve results.
So, areyourhair habits and shampoo/conditioner really in sync with your 50-plus hair?
However, do not mix leftover bottom of the bottle drops to create a two-in-one shampoo/conditioner.
Use the remnants to hand wash lingerie instead.
Mix and match products if your hair is complicated
Sometimes pre-planned product duos won’t work.
Say you havevery fine hairthat’s color-treated, highlighted and on the long side.
Or maybe you have flat, limp, curly hair that’s breakage prone.
You want a volumizing, curl-enhancing shampoo but a moisturizing and strengthening repair conditioner.
This category has expanded as consumers get more savvy about their scalp, not just their hair.
As with laundry detergent we tend to overdose our clothes and hair.
One shampoo is plenty with improved formulas.
Then apply a little shampoo and gently massage the scalp using the pads of your fingers.
Make small circular movements before moving over and repeating, inch by inch.
You’ll stimulate circulation at the roots and your shampoo gets evenly and thoroughly distributed.
Then massage the rest of your hair between your palms as if it was the most delicate lingerie.
Keep rinsing until two minutes after you think you’ve rinsed enough.
Most women leave shampoo residue behind, which can make hair appear limp.
