Should I use Conditioner?

You might not think you need conditioner, but chances are you do.

There may not be a product more important when it comes to your hair’s health and general wellbeing. Yes, shampoo is vital, but it’s nothing without conditioner. There are a number of reasons for this, but the main one is moisture.

Conditioner stops hair from becoming too dry, giving it life and a healthy look and feel, essential for anyone that wants to look after and maintain a good head of hair. In short, you’d do well to add it to your grooming routine, pronto.

Why you need conditioner

Without regular conditioner use, your hair might be silently suffering. Or, indeed, not so silently. Obvious signs you need to up your usage include a dry, itchy scalp and overly dry, limp hair. You’re probably already well acquainted with shampoo, but while it does a good job of cleaning hair, it removes many of your hair’s naturally occurring oils in the process. Overly oily hair is never an attractive look, but your hair needs some oil to give it life - in short, there’s a balance, and shampoo throws that balance off. That’s where conditioner comes in. Conditioner helps restore those lost oils, while nourishing the hair at the same time. It closes the cuticles of the hair after shampoo opens them, locking in moisture and those all-important nutrients. Something else to consider is that regardless of your hair length, conditioner is beneficial. Even if your hair is really short, conditioner softens it and moisturises the scalp at the same time, reducing both dryness and itchiness. It’s a win win.

How to use conditioner

Using conditioner is simple. But there are some basic steps to remember so you can best enjoy its benefits.

- Use two 50p coin-sized amounts of conditioner and smooth through the hair from its base to the ends, ensuring that your head is evenly covered.

- Leave in for a few minutes to allow the conditioner to properly soak into the hair

- Rinse thoroughly with warm water

- Do this 2-3 times a week depending on hair length - more if your hair is longer

- You should condition your hair more if it’s coarse, curly or wavy, and if your hair is overly dry because of chemical processing or heat styling

So there you have it, If you have anything else at all that you’d like to ask us prior to your first time at Barbers of Cheltenham, then please don’t hesitate to get in touch,

To book your next (or first) hair appointment at Barbers of Cheltenham or get in touch with us on:

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Why your scalp needs as much attention as your hair.

You might not have considered scalp care as part of your wellbeing routine up until now. But, like the skin on your face, it’s an area that really benefits from some TLC. If you have a dry, oily or sensitive scalp – or have a condition like psoriasis or eczema – scalp treatments can be game-changing.

Essentially, the skin on your scalp needs a little more help. It’s more delicate than the skin on the rest of your body, with a lower ‘barrier function’ – meaning it isn’t as good at maintaining and replenishing moisture. It also contains higher numbers of sweat glands and sebaceous glands, which secrete oily sebum. All of this means that the skin on your scalp can easily become unbalanced – too dry, too oily, lots of dandruff, sensitive, itchy or all of the above. The good news? All of this is normal and can be remedied with the right cleansing, re-balancing and moisturising scalp treatments. 

The right hair and scalp products, used correctly, can be transformative. We use DAVINES for all our scalp treatments – they don’t contain the chemicals found in many mainstream hair care products such as silicones (which just coat the hair and scalp) and sulfates (which strip it of moisture). The remedies use organic, sustainable ingredients and make a genuine difference to your scalp and hair.  

You can help keep your scalp in optimum condition by cleansing (shampooing) it regularly. Give yourself a little massage as you do it – the movement helps improve your scalp’s blood circulation and stimulates hair growth. Follow your shampoo with a conditioner compatible with your scalp to keep your hair hydrated and soothed. Drop in or make an appointment and we’ll happily advise you on what products and scalp treatments will work best for you.

To book your next (or first) hair appointment at Barbers of Cheltenham get in touch with us on:

Cheltenham  07970195002

Or book online plus you can keep up to date with all our special offers and barbers of cheltenham news by following us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram