Advice for Specific Scalp Conditions and Hair Types
Expert recommendations for dry hair and scalp:
Dr. Zavod: How often do you shampoo your hair? If you don't have heavy flaking or scalp buildup, you may want to avoid daily shampooing. When you do shampoo, don't "rinse and repeat"—once is enough.
Andrew: Dry hair is the most common complaint among all my clients. I explain that the best way to treat dry hair is with a deep conditioner. You may want to try a hair mask once a week. For best results, leave this intensive moisturizing treatment on wet hair—concentrating on the ends—for several minutes before rinsing. Avoid blow-drying or scrubbing your hair dry with a towel. Always run fingers and towels gently down the hair strands to avoid further damage. And finally, eliminate gels, sprays, and other styling products containing alcohol (read the list of ingredients on the label). The drying effects of alcohol in many leave-in products can damage the hair shaft.
