Many people wash their hair every day in the quest to have clean, shiny and bouncy locks. However, this habit can have the opposite effect, because it can disrupt your hair fiber’s natural ability to remain healthy. Let us explain.
Are you one of those who shampoos their hair every day in the hope of getting the perfect shine? And did you know that is possible to wash your hair too much? Well, it’s time to let you in on a little-known secret: beautiful hair is the result of an intelligent hair care routine that combines regular brushing (with the right tools and technique) and a carefully calibrated hair wash frequency.
How to extend hair wash days and why it’s better for your hair
The quest for perfection can make many go overboard and wash their hair too often. While the intent may be good, this may be a mistake – one that is luckily easy to reverse! But before we explain the ideal process and routine, it is important to know the benefits of reducing the frequency of shampoo use. Firstly, skipping the shampoo step will simply save you a lot of time in the shower. Those of us with long hair know this all too well: shampooing your hair can extend your shower time by 10 to 20 minutes depending on your hair type and length. Secondly, frequent shampooing – especially with products that strip your hair of its natural oils – can irritate your scalp. This can cause an overproduction of sebum in your hair fibers, causing your hair to get greasy quickly. In some cases, this can even lead to drying of the scalp or the formation of dandruff — leaving visible white flakes on your scalp or your clothes.
How to extend hair wash days and manage the transition period
The solution to greasy hair and a flaky scalp is actually quite simple: washing your hair less often. This may seem like a fairly straightforward ask, but training your hair to be washed less frequently can be quite a difficult process. Many give up along the way and go back to their original routine, because the transition period during hair training can be quite long and hard to stick with. And because each person is different, it’s hard to predict how long the transition can take for each individual. Even if you start by bringing down the number of shampoos to only 2 or 3 washes per week, you may feel like you have greasy, dirty hair in the initial phases of training. However, it is necessary to break the vicious cycle of daily hair washing which, contrary to what you may think, actually triggers an over-production of sebum. It may seem counter-intuitive, but you will have to wait out this intermediate stage for your hair to get used to this new rhythm and regulate excess sebum production accordingly. This is where a good daily brushing routine can help to ride out the transition and keep your hair clean between washes.
How to use a boar bristle hairbrush to extend hair wash days
Achieving naturally healthy and clean hair is possible with conscious brushing and a calibrated hair wash frequency. To keep the transition period as short as possible and get to your desired results, opt for an Altesse studio boar bristle hairbrush. Boar hair fibers are universally suited to all hair types and help remove accumulated impurities like dust or pollution picked up by your hair in the course of the day.
By brushing your hair twice a day with an Altesse Studio hairbrush, you can bring down the transition period to anywhere between 1 and 2 months. The effects of regular hair brushing can be seen in just a few weeks. You can expect it to take 1 to 3 weeks for short hair, 3 to 5 weeks for mid-length hair and 5 to 8 weeks for long hair to be coated evenly in its own natural oils from root to tip.
Note: A consumer survey conducted for Altesse Studio brushes has demonstrated their effectiveness through tangible results on hair quality after the transition period is over. After only 4 weeks of use, 92% of users reported that using an Altesse Studio boar bristle hairbrush made their hair shinier, 87% agreed that it helped properly distribute sebum through their hair and 94% confirmed that it smoothed out their hair and reduced frizz. The gentle scalp massage offered by the hairbrush conditions hair from the root to the tip, helping it to regain its natural health and shine.
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Our tip: staying disciplined and patient through the transition process will help this phase go quicker. Remember, once this tricky period is over, your hair will have permanently adjusted to your new hair wash routine. And once you have reached your goal, your scalp and hair will remain naturally healthy for good! |