El shampoo is a product that we will use almost daily, so it has to be chosen very carefully. There are many people who opt for a shampoo that is not the one that suits them and that is why they do not take full advantage of their hair. Just as we use a type of cream or cleanser for our skin type, we will also have to use a different shampoo depending on our hair.
At market there are all kinds of shampoos designed for our hair. You only have to classify yours to know what type of shampoo you should use. In this equation we must also take into account the scalp, since it can be sensitive, oily or dry and even with dandruff. Everything influences when we look for the perfect shampoo.
How to choose the best shampoo
We should think about various factors when choosing shampoo. On the one hand we have the type of hair, which can be dyed, straight or curly, fine or thick, dry or not. It also matters if the shampoo is for dry, dandruff, oily or sensitive scalps and dermatitis. Each person has a different type of hair and that is why we should not choose just any shampoo. In addition, it is good to choose several suitable shampoos for our hair and scalp to be able to alternate them.
Greasy hair
El oily hair needs a purifying shampoo that also does not create more waste. The most hydrating formulas that weigh down the hair are avoided in these shampoos to choose those that are more astringent and light. In addition, it is intended that the scalp remains clean and does not generate more sebum. An example of this shampoo is that of Apivitia Oil Balance, formulated with thyme and mint extract.
Dry hair
Dry hair needs above all hydration, but we must bear in mind that on many occasions this dryness is only found at the ends. In these cases it is better to use a shampoo for oily hair and choose a good conditioner or mask for the area of the ends. If all of our hair is dry then we can choose a shampoo that is directly moisturizing. An example of this would be Klorane's Nourishing Mango Butter shampoo.
Curly hair shampoo
Curly hair tends to need extra hydration and definition so that the curls do not frizz or unravel, making it difficult to find the ideal shampoo. At Lush we have the Curly Wurly shampoo, which is indicated for curly hair. Hydrates without weighing it down and defines the curl thanks to the combination of avocado, lemon or papaya.
Damaged and colored hair
Damaged and dyed hair usually needs extra hydration and masks to take care of the ends, which are the ones that tend to suffer the most. In this case the shampoo should repair and also soften and hydrate. There are shampoos that are specific for dyed hair, since they also take care of the color so that the shampoo does not carry it away. An example of this type of shampoo is Collistar's for long-lasting colored hair.
Hair loss shampoo
In hair loss we must take into account everything that can cause it, be it stress or a poor diet, since shampoo alone may not help us. This type of shampoos usually have vitamins to revitalize hair again. One of them is the Pilexil hair loss shampoo.
Sensitive scalp shampoo
If your scalp is sensitive and have eczema or dermatitis, you will have to use a shampoo from time to time to help alleviate this problem. Ducray's Kelual Shampoo is formulated to help the scalp repair itself.