WE’VE all heard that washing your everyday is a big no-no.
Letting it get greasier supposedly gives our strands more time to soak up the natural oils produced by our scalp, leading to healthier lengths.
But according to one haircare whizz, the opposite is true.
Daniela Biah used to have a receding hairline with her tresses falling out in clumps… until she started washing it everyday.
When shampoo became a daily ritual, she says her hair stopped shedding and her hairline started growing back.
“When you use a good shampoo, it helps remove dirt, oil and product buildup, keeping the scalp clean and healthy,” she explained on Instagram.
“A clean scalp promotes better hair growth and helps to reduce hair loss.
“Of course, everyone will require a different hair washing schedule.
“It all depends on your scalp’s needs.”
To maintain healthy hair, many women opt for washing less frequently and using dry shampoo to keep greasiness at bay.
But this is something Daniela staunchly disagrees with after embarking on her own hair health journey.
“Dry shampoo can leave a residue on your scalp and hair over time,” she warned.
“Leading to build up that can clog pores and potentially cause scalp issues like itching, dandruff or even hair loss.”
She shares her tips on social media, and even created her own line of products that lend themselves to daily washing.
Camel Glow sells a range of oils, serums, shampoos and conditioners.
For women with oily scalps, daily washing can help control excess sebum production and prevent hair from looking greasy or flat.
We can lose between 50 and 100 hairs a day, according to the NHS.
It is not usually something to worry about, but occasional it can be a sign of a medical concern.
These include illness, stress, cancer treatment, weight loss and iron deficiency.
The NHS advises to book an appointment with your GP to see if you can get to the cause of it.
Experts at American Academy of Dermatology Association also recommend to eat healthy, limit curling irons and only use them for special occasions.
They also recommend using a gentle shampoo, and make use of leave-in conditioners.
What’s more, those who exercise frequently or work in dirty environments should aim to remove impurities as soon as possible to keep their scalp clean.
A clean scalp creates optimal environment for hair growth – but this method may not be suitable for those with drier or curly hair, as excessive washing can lead to dehydration of strands.
As every scalp and set of locks is different, it’s best to do what works for you.
Fortunately, thanks to advances in haircare products, there are now shampoos and conditioners specifically designed for daily use that are gentle on the hair and scalp.
This means you can wash daily to maintain a clean scalp without risking dryness or irritation.
