Shampooing & Conditioning of Hair

Shampooing & Conditioning of Hair

The main purpose of shampooing is to cleanse the hair of all dirt, oils & cosmetics without harming the hair or the scalp. Thus one should avoid using alkaline shampoos as they tend to make the hair dry & brittle. Hair should be shampooed as often as necessary, depending upon how quickly the scalp & hair get dirty. The accumulation of oil & perspiration along with the dirt offer a breeding place for bacteria & lice etc. So, soft water is best for cleaning the hair. Hard water contains minerals & does not lather properly. It can be softened by a chemical process, boiling or distillation & made suitable for shampooing. Select the shampoo according to the hair condition.

Hair is not considered normal if it has been lightened, toned, tinted, permanently waved or permanent straightening, sun damage, even damaged by improper care or by exposure to the elements.

Brushing the hair is a part of both shampoo & scalp treatments. Brushing stimulates the scalp, helps to remove dust & dirt from the hair & gives it an added sheen. Stimulation of scalp helps to normalize the oil glands. Always brush thoroughly, whether it is dry or oily.

* The water should be as warm as one can stand comfortably.

* Wet hair thoroughly & apply shampoo slowly, little at a time, covering the entire hair.

* Manipulate properly with both hands, using the cushions of your fingers not the tips.

* Allow the head to relax for a short while & resume again until the scalp has been   thoroughly massaged & shampoo spreads through the hair.

* Rinse out thoroughly, 2-3 times, with water.

* Now dry the hair with towel, do not pull them while squeezing out the water.

* Massage the scalp with palms & fingers without applying firm pressure, using a circular motion until the hair is partially dry.