How often should you wash your hair?

How often should I wash my hair?

Each of us has a different hair type. While some have naturally oily hair, others tend to have a dry scalp.
How often you should wash your hair depends on your skin type and lifestyle. To care for your hair properly , you should know what your hair needs – we'll tell you what those needs are and what else you should pay attention to.

What you can expect:

Your hair type decides Normal hair Oily hair Dry hair Flaky hair

Your hair type determines how often you should wash your hair

Washing your hair too often can lead to dryness and damage. Washing it too infrequently can cause oil and dirt to build up. That's why it's important to find a healthy balance.
How often you should wash your hair depends on your hair type and lifestyle. Using styling products like matte paste , gel, or hairspray can leave residue in your hair. Make sure to remove these regularly to keep your hair healthy and avoid buildup.

How often should you wash normal hair?

You have normal hair if your hair neither gets greasy quickly nor is particularly dry. Theoretically, it's possible to wash your hair every day. However, it's not necessarily recommended. The resulting hair oils nourish your hair and are therefore good for keeping it healthy.
Our recommendation: Wash your hair every 3 to 4 days.

Oily hair: How often should you wash your hair?

Does your hair get greasy quickly? Then you probably feel the need to wash it more often. However, scalp massages cause your body to produce even more sebum, and your hair becomes greasy more quickly. Therefore, it's a good idea to only wash your hair every other day.

How often should you wash dry hair?

If your hair is dry, you definitely shouldn't wash it too often—every two to three days is enough. The water dries out your hair even more. This increases the risk of breakage. Frequent washing also dries out your scalp, causing your hair to become greasy more quickly. Do you exercise a lot and prefer to wash your hair more often? Then it's best to get a mild shampoo .
Tip: If your hair breaks, be sure to detangle it before washing.

How often should you wash hair with dandruff?

Especially if you have dry dandruff , avoid washing your hair daily if possible. You should also make sure to use only lukewarm water and rinse your hair thoroughly. Use only a small amount of shampoo. Care products without additives are best.