All About the Triple Hair Washing Technique
The triple hair washing technique has been all over our TikTok For You pages lately, and we can’t stop thinking about it. Apparently, this trendy hair craze is supposed to support scalp health, improve your hair’s texture, make it shinier and remove dirt and oil. This simple change to your normal hair washing routine seems like a cure for any and all hair issues you may have. But, what makes it work? And how can you try it at home?
How Is It Done?
The triple hair washing technique is named pretty practically. Essentially, you perform this routine by simply washing your hair three times. But there are some specific steps that must be performed as well.
Make sure your hair is completely drenched in water. This will allow the shampoo to saturate your hair better.
Apply shampoo to your scalp and gently massage it using your fingertips. Pay special attention to the root of your hair and scrub away any dirt or oil accumulated there. Do this for about a minute and then rinse with warm water.
Repeat this process twice more.
When you rinse out the shampoo for the third and final time, use cold water. The cold water keeps the moisture locked in your locks.
What Makes This Method Work?
Many claim to see drastic results from using this hair washing technique, so how does it work? The most important part of the technique isn’t washing your hair three times, but the repeated massaging and stimulation of the scalp. The massage promotes blood flow to the scalp, which is imperative for growing healthy hair. The massage can also rid your scalp of any bacteria, fungus or dry skin you may have. Your hair looks better because the scalp is a healthy landscape for it to grow out of!
Who Should Avoid This Technique?
This hair care trend may be a life changer for some people, but it might not be the best for everyone. If you have particularly dry hair, the overwashing may strip it of the limited amount of oil it has left, which will leave your hair even more brittle and splintering.
People with a sensitive scalp may also want to avoid this method, as the massage may irritate their scalp.
Conclusion
If you’re looking for a change in your hair care routine, introducing this method may be a good place to start. Instead of trying crazy new hair products, you’ll be able to enhance your hair by simply making sure it’s clean and stimulated. If you try this method out, make sure to let us know on @theedgemag on Instagram!