Know Your Hair (Match the Formula)

• Dry or coarse: Look for nourishing oils (argan, jojoba) and conditioning agents. Argan-based formulas help reduce frizz and keep strands flexible.
• Oily scalp: Use a balanced cleanser that cuts grease without over-stripping (to avoid rebound oil). Focus on the scalp; rinse through the lengths.
• Fine or thinning: Lightweight shampoos that don’t leave residue. Massage gently—rough scrubbing breaks fragile hair.
• Thick or textured: Hydrating cleansers with slip to prevent tangles; consider co-wash days between full shampoos.
• Color-treated: Prioritize sulfate-free, gentle surfactants to preserve tone and shine.

Quick read: If hair feels squeaky or tight after washing, your shampoo is too harsh. If it feels coated or heavy, rinse longer or switch to a lighter formula.

Simple Routine (AM or Post-Workout)

1. Warm rinse: Saturate thoroughly—this does half the cleaning.
2. Quarter-size amount: Emulsify in hands, then work into the scalp with fingertips (not nails) for 30–60 seconds.
3. Rinse well: Until hair feels clean and light—no slick residue.
4. Condition smart: Mid-lengths to ends only; leave on 1–2 minutes; rinse. (Even short hair benefits.)
5. Dry right: Pat with a towel—don’t rough rub. Style with minimal product.

Product Picks (By Need)

• MADEMEN Argan Oil Shampoo — daily clean without stripping; great for normal-dry or frizz-prone hair.
• Clarifying add-on — once weekly if you use pomade/clay or swim; follow with a conditioner.
• Conditioner — essential for elasticity, fewer snags, smoother styling (apply mids to ends).

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How Often Should You Wash?

Most men: 3–4× weekly. Increase if you’re very active or live in humid climates; decrease in dry winters to avoid over-drying. If you sweat daily, try quick rinses + occasional conditioner on off days.

Troubleshooting & Quick Fixes

• Greasy by afternoon: Rinse longer, reduce heavy stylers, and use a balanced (not harsh) shampoo.
• Dry ends, fluffy top: Shampoo the scalp, condition the ends. Add a pea-size leave-in only to the tips.
• Itchy scalp: Lower water temp, avoid nails, and switch to gentler formulas; don’t skip conditioner.
• Flat hair: Use less product and blow-dry on low from roots with a comb for lift.

FAQs

For dry hair?
Hydrating shampoos with oils and a follow-up conditioner keep strands elastic and smooth.

For oily scalp?
Balanced cleansers—don’t over-strip or you’ll rebound oil. Focus shampoo on the scalp.

Color-treated hair?
Use sulfate-free formulas to preserve tone and shine.

How often to wash?
3–4× weekly for most; more if very active. Rinse + light conditioner on off days works well.

Need conditioner?
Yes—improves elasticity, reduces breakage, and makes styling easier.