Is It Bad to Wash Your Hair Every Day?

While washing your hair is indeed essential if you want to keep it looking healthy, fresh and shiny, there are a few things we would like to point out.

To get the look they’re after, many women wash their every single day, using products that can actually harm their hair and dry out their scalp, such as strong shampoos, conditioners and different kinds of treatments.

We should all keep in mind that anything in excess is bad. Treating you hair with such a strict cleansing routine is not only unnecessary, but can dry out and damage your hair. Most of the hair care products women use contain a large amount of chemical substances that can harm hair fibers.

However, don’t worry!

We’ve put together this article to answer the question – Is it bad to wash your hair every day? – and help you manage this confusing situation.

Is it OK to use shampoo?

Yes, but not very often.

There’s a big difference between washing your hair with a few natural products and washing it with commercial products.

The latter contain lots of chemicals and, despite having a natural base such as aloe vera or coconut oil, they also contain other ingredients that give them that special smell or color, as well as preservatives that help to extend their shelf life.

So, if you think about it, a lot of the ingredients in your shampoo might only be there so that you, the buyer, will decide to purchase it. In reality, these elements do nothing to improve your hair’s actual health.

Should I avoid using shampoo?

No, you don’t have to get rid of shampoo altogether.

To be honest, you don’t need to do anything that extreme. We simply recommend reducing the number of times you wash your hair per week and the amount of shampoo you use for each wash.

On the other hand, we suggest using totally natural shampoos.

So, how often should I wash my hair?

This particular point is quite controversial among dermatologists and people who specialize in cosmetology.

Some say that it’s important to wash your hair every day in order to main hair and scalp health, while others believe that you only need to wash your hair once per week.

A good compromise between these two opposing opinions would be to wash your hair about every other day.

By doing this, you will make sure not to use too much shampoo and thus prevent chemicals substances from building up on your scalp. You can continue to use the same products as always, but in lesser quantities. This way, you can hold onto your daily routine without covering your head in chemicals.

In the end…

If you want to keep your hair looking healthy and beautiful, make sure not to use too many artificial hair cleansing products, but don’t go to the other extreme and stop washing it altogether. Try to establish a routine that works for you, one that has you washing your hair from time to time.

However, some people find it difficult to leave old habits behind. Plus, many people are exposed to extreme conditions in their daily environment (dust, sun) or other factors that required them to wash their hair more frequently. In this case, we recommend using natural treatments such as homemade hair masks to nourish and revitalize your hair instead of damaging it.