Are you washing your hair wrong? Expert spills her secret to shiny locks - and almost everyone is making one key mistake
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A hair specialist has revealed the 'correct way' to use conditioner - and how often you really should be washing your hair.
Dr Crystal Aguh, an Associate Professor of Dermatology and an Olaplex Scientific Advisory Board Member, shed light on the mistakes Aussies tend to make in the shower and the two 'must-have' products customers can't get enough of.
While most only condition the ends of their hair, Dr Aguh recommends applying product from the root all the way to the tip.
'This allows the strands to stay moisturised and helps minimise damage from everyday wear and tear,' she told FEMAIL.
The professional added that a quick 30-second lather is all that is required when shampooing your hair - and additional cleanses can actually cause more harm than good.
The number of times you should wash your hair will also be determined by the 'curl type'.
'A quick 15 to 30 second lather is all that is required for adequate shampooing and cleansing. Double shampooing can be helpful if you have a lot of product build-up,' Dr Aguh said.
She recommends the Olaplex No.4 ($54) and No.5 ($54), both of which have done nothing but skyrocket in popularity since the original launch.
Dr Crystal Aguh shed light on the mistakes Aussies tend to make when it comes to washing their hair
While most only condition the ends of their hair, Dr Aguh recommends applying product from root to tip. 'This allows the strands to stay moisturised and helps minimise damage from everyday wear and tear,' she told FEMAIL
How often should you wash your hair?
Dr Aguh revealed the washing frequency varies and is heavily influenced by the hair type.
For example, if you have straight, fine hair that becomes greasy very easily then your ideal washing frequency may be between one to two days.
But if you have fuller wavy hair, you may find that your ideal washing frequency is somewhere between every two to three days.
For those with tightly curled hair, washing should take place ideally once a week, though once every two weeks can also work well. This provides curly hair with ample opportunity to be moisturized and conditioned on a regular basis.
How long should you lather for when shampooing?
You only need to lather your hair with shampoo for a maximum of 30 seconds, according to Dr Aguh.
'The chemistry of shampooing and conditioning is relatively straightforward,' she said.
'When you apply a shampoo to the hair, it leaves a negative charge whereas the conditioner is positively charged. Exposing more negative charges by shampooing the hair twice can allow conditioners to work better, but only to a point.
'This is because over-shampooing, the hair can also be damaging. It is important to strike an ideal balance.'
She added that if your hair does not feel dirty after two days then washing with shampoo followed by conditioner is 'more than enough'.
Dr Aguh revealed the washing frequency varies and is heavily influenced by the hair type
She endorsed the Olaplex No.4 Shampoo and No.5 Conditioner, both of which have received thousands of rave reviews online from happy customers
Dr Aguh recommends Olaplex to all her patients because it 'checks all the boxes' in terms of ingredients and results.
The range is designed to strengthen the hair, combat dullness and lock moisture back in as fast as possible.
And thousands of thrilled customers continue to rave about the range with the brand racking up plenty of five star reviews.
Dr Crystal Aguh, an Associate Professor of Dermatology and an Olaplex Scientific Advisory Board Member has shared the mistakes we're all making when it comes to washing our hair
'The conditioner is AMAZING and leaves my hair feeling silky smooth. My hair has grown SO MUCH since I've been using it,' one wrote.
Another wrote: 'Love the conditioner! Makes my unruly hair easy to manage and detangle!'
'My hair has never been so smooth and healthy. I dye my hair a lot so I need a shampoo and conditioner that will keep my hair looking silky and healthy. This does just that. I tell all my friends to get it. Definitely worth it.'
A third added: 'My hairdresser introduced me to Olaplex. I have been using the bonding treatment and maintenance shampoo and conditioner for [18 months]. My hair is so much healthier! I absolutely love it!'
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