An article about who is not suitable for the shampoo for volume, and what can be mistaken when shampooing.
When choosing a shampoo, you need to consider: a) the type and condition of the scalp; b) the needs of the hair. Exactly in that order. First - the condition of the scalp. If it is normal and does not bother you, then yes - you can take shampoo for shine, volume, etc. In other cases - when the scalp is oily, dry, sensitive, or prone to dandruff - its needs are more important than shine and volume. If the shampoo does not take it into account, itching, peeling, seborrhea may resume after a while. But before buying a shampoo for oily skin, you need to make sure - is it really oily?
Sometimes it seems that the scalp is oily, although in fact it is overdried by aggressive surfactants, and because of this it intensively produces sebum. The scales may not turn out to be dandruff at all, but a manifestation of atopic dermatitis. It is basically impossible to independently distinguish atopic dermatitis from seborrheic dermatitis. Even experienced trichologists sometimes have doubts.
If you notice a mess, the plan of action is as follows: first, remember when you changed your shampoo. Perhaps it did not suit you corny. If you do not see a direct connection (for example, peeling appeared for a long time and/or recurs from time to time), talk to your hairdresser. He/she will determine whether the problem is related to inappropriate care or illness. In the first case, will recommend care products. In the second, will direct you to a trichologist.
How to choose the right shampoo cannot be said in a nutshell. The key is to focus on the oiliness of the scalp. Sebum is produced individually. Its quantity and quality can change during the week, month, year. It often makes sense to keep several shampoos in the bathroom and change them depending on the season / current condition of the scalp. Consult with a hairdresser on the selection of care, with a doctor for trichological problems.
Surfactants are the main active ingredients of shampoo. That, due to which it cleanses, dissolves sebum and dirt. Surfactants are divided into soft and hard (aggressive) according to their effect on the hydrolipid mantle of the skin. The second include:
These surfactants are cheap and are mainly used in mass-market shampoos sold in supermarkets. They foam well, dissolve fats effectively, but can cause irritation, itching, and disrupt the hydrolipid balance. The skin becomes dehydrated, therefore, peeling, excess sebum, dandruff occurs.
Professional brands use softer (more expensive) surfactants. These can be derivatives of coconut oil fatty acids (such as in Aveda and R + Co shampoos) or plant extracts containing saponins (soap tree extract in Oribe shampoos).
There is still a stereotype that washing your hair more often 2-3 times a week is harmful. But this is not the case. It is necessary to wash your hair as it gets dirty. With seborrhea, it happens twice a day.
Facial skin type will not change if you wash your face once a week. Likewise, the oily scalp will not produce less sebum if you wash it less frequently. But the sebaceous glands are likely to become clogged and can become inflamed. Well, as a result, the skin will no longer properly moisturize itself.
The shampoo must be applied twice. The first wash is called deformation wash, its task is to cleanse the scalp from sebum and impurities. Shampoos with mild surfactants may foam slightly at this stage - this is normal. This is because of the large amount of sebum. Surfactants are mixed with it to dissolve.
The second wash is therapeutic, the caring components penetrate better into the skin and hair shaft. The shampoo removes the remaining dirt. The one that foams lightly the first time will foam better. Lush foam is an indicator that the skin is well cleansed.
How you apply your shampoo also matters. The main thing - evenly. Wet hair and scalp well. Squeeze out a small amount of shampoo (guideline - walnut). Rub between palms so that it spreads over the entire surface, including fingers. Then alternately touch the parietal zone, crown, nape, temples - and massage the skin. You can add water to make the shampoo foam better. In the end, wash off and repeat again.
Shampoos of professional brands are very concentrated. In conventional shampoos, surfactants are often harsh. In both cases, a small amount is enough to wash the scalp. The optimal portion is about a walnut or half of it (depending on the thickness of the hair). Anything more is an unnecessary expense or even to the detriment. Excessive surfactants are difficult to wash off. They continue to contact the scalp until the next wash and can cause irritation.
If you want to squeeze out more shampoo because it doesn't foam, you may be making mistake # 5 and apply once instead of twice.
A healthy scalp copes with exfoliation on its own; it does not need help in the form of scrubs and peels. But on the condition that you do not use dry shampoos, hair sprays, and other styling products at all. Then hairdressers advise to carry out exfoliation occasionally, once a month. In general, exfoliation is more often advisable than the other way around. Trichologists sometimes prescribe peels and scrubs as concomitant therapy for diseases and pathological conditions.
For seborrheic dermatitis, peels prolong the feeling of freshness and provide relief for several days. They are also indicated for psoriasis (with the exception of the acute stage). It is not recommended to use peels if the scalp is very sensitive. Acids can trigger a reaction. Compared to peels, scrubs act more aggressively and have a local irritating effect: they provide massage and increase blood flow. They are good for restoring hair thickness after seasonal or reactive hair loss (taking antibiotics, high fever, severe stress).
Do not be afraid of styling products and dry shampoos, but choose quality ones. Aggressive absorbents in dry shampoos (such as talc) disrupt the hydrolipid balance. Styling with a cheap formulation can create a greenhouse effect and provoke increased production of sebum. Professional brands use rice or tapioca starch, oat powder, silicon, white coal instead of talc. And the styling products are supplemented with ingredients that care for the scalp and hair shaft.
