When To Use a Clarifying Shampoo
There are many reasons why a clarifying treatment may be necessary. For example, you may notice that your hair and scalp feel coated and your moisturizing shampoo doesn’t seem to be working very well. Let’s dive into a few of the most common reasons that you may be due for a clarifying treatment.
To Remove Product Build-up
There are many products that are used regularly on black natural hair that aren’t water-soluble, like the various oils that many women utilize. These products will eventually build-up on your hair strands and cause your other products to be less effective. Your normal shampoo, which is likely a moisturizing shampoo, won’t be able to consistently wash away product build-up.
When You Want to Try a New Set of Products
This is one of Jael’s favorite tips and it’s for women who love to try new products. In order to truly see how a new product will perform on your hair, it’s best to clarify before you add a new product to your regimen. Otherwise, you may be applying the new product to hair that has old product in it already. This doesn’t really provide you with an accurate assessment of your new product.
When Your Current Products Stop Working
Now let’s take the previous tip a step further. When your current products stop working like they normally do, it’s potentially time for a clarifying treatment. This is generally caused by product build-up and clarifying could be the answer to your problems.
When Your Hair Feels Oily or Greasy
Women who have hair that naturally feels oily or greasy, may need to clarify more often. This process should leave your hair feeling squeaky clean.example locs, after the removal of braids as the first shampoo.
A Few Tips for Swimmers
We actually suggest a couple of things for swimmers. Prior to entering the water, we typically suggest that you gently wet your hair with water and apply a leave-in conditioner or oil For example, in the shower prior to going in the pool. This should make your hair less prone to absorbing chlorine when entering the pool. This is critical because chlorine and other common chemicals contained in swimming pools can lead to problems if you don’t take the properly precautions. After you complete your swim, be sure to use your clarifying shampoo mitigate any potential damage.
Some Basic Advice About Clarifying Shampoo
If you don’t currently have a good clarifying shampoo, it’s something that you should consider adding to your regimen. Many women clarify on a monthly basis, however we typically suggest that you clarify as needed. It’s best to learn when your hair needs a clarifying treatment, because there are times when clarifying more frequently is appropriate – like for product junkies and women with naturally oily hair. Keep in mind that these are only examples. You will need to examine the needs of your hair and your regimen, and then determine how often you need to use a clarifying shampoo.
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