Washing your hair

dlynn08

I suppose this is probably more of a question for the ladies....

I'm sure everyone out there has heard the "don't wash your hair everyday" rule. But if you exercise everyday (or even 2 consecutive days) then I feel gross not washing my hair.

Has anyone found a solution to this?

amycal

no solution - now that I am working out almost everyday I usually shower twice a day. I have colored hair and use Burt's Bees color keeper shampoo and conditioner with every shower. My hair is fine.

Ral263

I work out twice a day, but can only wash my hair twice a week since I color and blowdry it, and too much washing makes it brittle and dry.

Try Dry Shampoos-- Bumble and Bumble, Oscar Blandi, and Tresemme make my favorites! Theyre a bit pricey, but definitely worth it, as a little goes a long way.

Jizes318

I wash my hair with Loreal Sulfate free shampoo... keeps from drying out and keeps it healthy! I think its called EverPure. Amazing stuff.

kdao

I wash my hair every day now since I work out every day.

cmriverside

Daily washing can strip oils from your hair. Use a mild shampoo and a good conditioner and you'll be fine.

swimmermama

With a three-month-old, I rarely have time to wash my hair whether I work out or not!

Depending on your work environment, if you work, I don't think you get around washing your hair every day that you exercise. I also have long,thin hair that will take any excuse to look limp. I think it also depends on your hair and hair style.

MissTomGettingThin

I always wash it in the mornings every day in the shower and again after a workout.
I can't imagine working up a sweat but not washing my hair.

smota

You can't see it on my photo, but my hair is so long I have to pull it to the front when getting my jeans on or it will be tucked in back there, so listen... I have washed my hair every day of my life since I can remember (I'd say surely at least for the past 23 years).

The only thing that can damage your hair is leaving the sweat and toxins and all the things I prefer to leave unnamed in it *I am now twitching and starting to feel itchy all over *

Don't believe that non-sense, people are crazy! Wash your hair as much as you want, let it dry naturally (don't tie it, hair needs to dry properly!) and always feel healthy and fresh

jesshall281

hey, i use batiste dry shampoo, it basically a spray that you put on your roots to get rid of grease and smells, and it leaves your hair wonderful, like you've just washed it, here's the link:

http://www.batistehair.co.uk/

MammaEllis

Hair Stylist here! Best advice is to use a dry shampoo after a sweaty workout and continue to do your normal shampoos 2 to 3 times per week. The dry shampoos are awesome for removing oils and moisture from the hair after you have busted your hump at the gym.


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sillygoose1977

My nonwashing day is a ponytail day and I use dry shampoo on my bangs. I work out with my hair up and my head doesnt sweat too much.

NicoleMarie0409

I use Tresemme Dry Shampoo too. Works great for me

msmopar

Great question... I am trying to grow my hair long and want health locks, and since I color my hair it is hard to keep it from not drying out. I have been trying to work out everyday and I have been showering after every workout but not washing my hair. I will use a dry shampoo but I don't find them that great and I dislike the smell so mostly I will pull my hair back into a neat pony tail for work. My hair is adjusting to the infrequent shampooing so I am just going to try and hold out as long as I can.

MaryDreamer

My hair is super duper DRY! I also color and flat iron so I wash it on the weekend. I don't sweat much at all, never have.

amstein18

headband & hair tye at the gym to keep my hair out of my face and off of my neck during my workout --- shower cap in the shower --- dry shampoo afterwards!! i wash every 2 or 3 days with redken color stay!

AEROBICVIC

i workout 5-6 days a week hard, soaking wet hard. i wash my hair 2-3 times a week with shampoo & conditioner and in between just use conditioner only. some days i put my hair up to shower only. my hair was really dry and brittle when i washed everyday. my hair looks best day after working out and not washing it.

legacysh

My nonwashing day is a ponytail day and I use dry shampoo on my bangs. I work out with my hair up and my head doesnt sweat too much.

Yep, That's my routine too. Day 1 -Shampoo and fix really nice - workout, Day 2 ponytail - workout, day 3 shampoo again.... I always pull my hair up when I work out because its long and hot, but as soon as Im done with my work out, I take out the ponytail and let it dry fluffing it up. I also use a dry shampoo from time to time to give it a break.

smota

With a three-month-old, I rarely have time to wash my hair whether I work out or not!

How long does it take to wash your hair?? Another 5mn under the shower?

Maybe because I come from a warm country I am used to a different way of doing things, but there the only ones to use dry shampoo are puppies - because they may die if you bath them before they're 4/6 months old! It never occurred to me young pretty ladies who praise their appearance so much would choose it over a delicious morning shower! And ... 'time consuming'? Come on... Takes less time to wash your hair than posting a comment on this website, and it would make you look much better!...

♥Faerie♥

Only wash my every two or three days......dry shampoo is the greatest!

SHIRLEYW02

awesome ! losing 92 pds, !I need to lose 70 pd. -6 lost in two wks. i hope to have the will power to do this! just had to tell you that is great !

rosebarnalice

Try a leave-in conditioner instead of a traditional cream rinse variety.

I find the leave-in conditioners are lighter and less greasy on my very fine hair---and the guy who cuts my hair says it's in great condition, so I must be doing something right.

My current fave is a Sally Beauty Supply generic substitute for "Sebastian Potion 9", but there's a Triple Moisture and a Garnier version that I also like when I can find 'em on sale.

HeidiMightyRawr

I've always washed my hair every other day and it hasn't changed too much since working out more. I'm quite careful about tieing it right up during a workout so it doesn't get that sweaty though. However, if it needs washing I'll wash it, especially if I have to go to work that evening. It shouldn't do any damage if it's actually necessary, letting it dry naturally would help the condition of it though

jesshall281

! It never occurred to me young pretty ladies who praise their appearance so much would choose it over a delicious morning shower! And ... 'time consuming'? Come on... Takes less time to wash your hair than posting a comment on this website, and it would make you look much better!...

I use dry shampoo to give my hair a break from washing it every day....i still have the 'delicious morning shower'

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leavinglasvegas

I agree with using dry shampoo. I love my hair natural and wash it as little as possible.

TheMaidOfAstolat

I wash mine every other day with a vegan shampoo. My hair is always air dried and I use no products on it. My hair is down to my butt and is extreamly healthy.

Oompa_Loompa

I wish I could get away without having to wash my hair everyday but I absolutley have too. It gets so greasy it sucks. I have thinner hair too. I use the dry shampoo too but it's definanlty not like a fresh wash :grumble:

_Christine_

I color mine every 4 to 6 weeks and have long hair (middle of back). I wash mine every day and use plenty of conditioner. I try to let it air dry, but if I'm going straight to bed I'll blow dry it till it's still damp, but not wet. I've tried going a day without and can't stand it. I have 18-month old twins and a 7-year old... I never miss a shower. The moment the 3 of them are in bed I'm in the shower. Helps me relax so I can crawl on the couch and watch movies, read or talk to my husband.

sbwood888

I just always wash my hair every day and I have for my whole life. My hair does not get overly dry or seem unhealthy.

Vicky14174

i wash my hair daily and have been for years. I sometimes wash it twice a day. If you are worried about it use baby shampoo as it is the mildest. I have a dog that I give a bath to everyday with baby shampoo also and he has no skin problems at all.