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Hair Washing
Keep your scalp healthy and your hair fresh.
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How to wash your hair the right way.
Video created by EmpowerHygiene Volunteer, Lexi Herico 🧡
Why this matters
Washing your hair removes oil, dirt and product build-up that can lead to itchiness and dandruff.
Step-by-step guide
- 1
Rinse your hair with warm (not hot) water.
- 2
Apply a coin-sized amount of shampoo to your palm.
- 3
Massage into the scalp using your fingertips, not your nails.
- 4
Work the lather down the strands.
- 5
Rinse thoroughly until the water runs clear.
- 6
Apply conditioner from mid-length to ends.
- 7
Leave for 1–2 minutes, then rinse.
- 8
Gently squeeze water out; don't rub aggressively.
💡 Practical & quick tips
- ✓Wash 2–3 times a week for most hair types.
- ✓Use lukewarm water, since hot water dries out your scalp.
- ✓Pat dry with a soft towel or t-shirt to avoid breakage.
- ✓Cool final rinse can help hair look shinier.
- ✓Comb through conditioner with your fingers to detangle.
⚠️ Common mistakes
- •Applying conditioner to your scalp, which can cause build-up.
- •Using too much shampoo.
- •Skipping the rinse and leaving product behind.
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