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Even in the world of professional hair care, there are many who will have different opinions on just how you should be using conditioner and even whether or not conditioner is required. Feeling a little confused and frustrated at the “all over the place” feeling? Here’s an actually helpful guide that is going to teach you about fact and fiction on proper conditioner use.
Fact versus fiction with hair conditioner
Here are some of the most common assumptions and frustrations in conditioner use, organized in FACT and FICTION to help you understand just where your beliefs are correct, and where they need a little bit more work!
Conditioner is a lie: FICTION
Happily, you haven’t been wasting your hard-earned money on conditioner all of these years. Conditioner is absolutely crucial for hair health — no matter what type of hair you have — and skipping it is never a good idea. Whenever you shampoo your hair, you should condition it, too, so that your hair is clean and moisturized. It’s sort of like cleansing and then moisturizing your face, but for your hair!
Conditioner can make your hair greasy: FACT
Conditioner can absolutely make your hair greasy, which is what leads many people to skip it altogether. If your conditioner is making your hair greasy to that point, then you’ll want to try a few things. Firstly, try using a little bit less. Many of us tend to overdo it (like moisturizer). Read the instructions on the bottle for how much you should be using.
When you work it into your hair, start from the tips and use your fingers or a wide-tooth comb to gently work it up in long swipes that work your way from your tips to about 1 inch from your scalp. Do this all around your head. That 1 inch of breathing room is going to be important to keep from getting your scalp greasy.
If that still doesn’t work, you’ll want to try a lighter conditioner. Just like shampoos, some conditioners are sometimes too heavy for thinner and finer hair.
2-in-1s are a waste of money: FICTION
There is so much bad press about 2-in-1s, but they’re actually effective in your hair! The conditioner is blended right in the shampoo so that you can safely go all the way to your roots. Just use the bottle-directed amount and use a little less if your hair is still getting greasy
If you love the 2-in-1 concept, especially if you are always running late, this is a great way to count out the time you need for shampooing and conditioning in one go. Just pick the right type for your hair type.
Conditioner helps your hair grow longer: FACT
This is true, but not in a direct way. Conditioner is like a moisturizer, so it helps strengthen your hair against breakage and damage, including split ends. This will support you in enjoying long and healthy tresses better than when you skipped the conditioner. While it isn’t going to help your hair grow as long as you want it, perhaps, it will support you in enjoying longer hair.
All conditioner works the same: FICTION
Some conditioners are just “classic” ones that are going to hydrate your tresses. Then you can get other ones that are intended as leave-in all day long rather than the shower-based wash-out ones. These conditioners are going to function a little differently, as are the deep conditioning ones that you use once a month. When using a conditioner for the first time, read the instructions and follow them. As annoying as it might be, they are going to be there for a reason!
The other thing is to match your shampoo to your conditioner. This is regarding brand, but also the actual type of conditioner. Working together instead of as separate agents (as far as focus,) will help your hair care have a better routine and be more complete coverage in cleansing and conditioning.
The bottom line: get a conditioner you trust
Instead of just choosing a random bottle of conditioner off of the shelf, you’re going to want to get a conditioner that you can trust so that you know it’s doing the job that you want. You’ll definitely want to go for one that is made for your hair type, uses natural ingredients instead of unnecessary chemicals, and has a clear explanation of best practices and use.
So, there you are: fact and fiction are both laid out for you to see. Were any of these a surprise? Do you have any others that you’d like covered to help you get a sense of conditioner use in your beauty routine?
SOURCES
https://www.allure.com/story/what-does-a-conditioner-do-why-should-you-use-it
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