“In a way, it’s like a hair detox,” says dermatologist Iris Rubin, MD.
So what exactly is clarifying shampoo?
How often should you use it?
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What Is Clarifying Shampoo?
These deposits can cause hair to appear dull, heavy, greasy, and limp.
Your hair might even feel crispy at the endsa symptom regular hair coloring will exacerbate.
The best, most effective clarifying shampoos will successfully remove buildup on the hair that accumulates over time.
It won’t be the in-and-out-in-five process of a typical shower.
Smith also notes that a DIY approach might not be your best bet when it comes to clarifying.
“I’d stay away from at-home remedies,” she says.
“I’d also steer clear of chemical products not designed for your hair, like detergent.”
How Often to Use Clarifying Shampoos
The answer depends on how much your hair goes through daily.
If you use many hair products or have veryhard water, you might find it helpful to clarify weekly.
Once a week to once per month is a good general guideline, says Rubin.
Does Clarifying Shampoo Remove Color?
When using a clarifying shampoo, it’s important to use a professional product recommended by your stylist.
Can Clarifying Shampoo Help with Dandruff and Itching?
Can Clarifying Shampoo Improve the Effectiveness of Other Hair Products?
Clarifying shampoo effectively cleans hair by removing buildup and residues, allowing other products to work more efficiently.
This enables conditioners to hydrate the hair and styling products and treatments to penetrate the hair shaft effectively.
However, clarifying shampoo should only be used in moderation to avoid stripping the hair of natural oils.
Klorane targets an insidious contributor to hair buildup with their detox shampoothe very air around us.
This shampoo is beloved by people with seborrheic dermatitis (a form ofeczema) for its clarifying properties.
It is a good choice for anyone with asensitive scalpwho still wants squeaky clean strands.
A clarifying shampoo label will typically include descriptive words like ‘clarifying’ or ‘detoxing.’
The directions will also instruct occasional usage, not daily.
