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    The benefits of 'co-washing'

    27 Feb 2015 2:37 AM | Posted by
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    If there’s one beauty routine I find tedious, it’s washing my hair.

    Yes, I feel like a million dollars afterwards, it’s such an effort to rub-in, rinse and repeat.  

    Enter co-washing, a new hair trend that’s set to hasten the process. In fact, you may never have to use shampoo again.

    Forgoing the usual two-to-one ratio of shampoo and conditioner, co-washing (short for ‘conditioner-washing’) means you only use one product to clean and condition your hair. Particularly good for curly, textured or frizzy hair, it’s a great way to nurture the natural state of your strands without spending a bucket load on treatments.

    If you suffer from chronic frizz, co-washing’s also a great way to control the amount of oil your head and scalp produces. But how do you make the switch from your traditional shampoo and conditioner routine to co-washing?

    Well, to make sure your hair doesn’t freak out, it’s important to use a shampoo every second wash in the beginning. If your hair is chemically-treated, use a sulphate-free shampoo such as Natures Organics Organic Care Normal Balance Shampoo or Al’Chemy Unscented – Very Gentle Shampoo intermittently.

    But if you suffer from a particular dry scalp and find that this isn’t working if you, the complete switch to a 2-in-1 formula could be the answer. Each wash will gently cleanse your scalp without removing too much excess oil.

    If co-washing sounds like the haircare regime for you, here are two gentle 2-in-1 formulas to get you started:
     

     
    LEFT: Wen by Chaz Dean Cucumber Aloe Cleansing Conditioner
    RIGHT: Curash 2in1 Shampoo and Conditioner (this one’s meant for babies but it’s also ideal for adults with a dry scalp)

    Would you consider switching to co-washing? What’s your preferred hair care routine?

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    83 Member Comments

    IndieAna 1 Mar 2015 3:10 AM

    I have tried co-washing. Although I was happy with the results, with highlighted hair I now like to use a purple shampoo to keep the brassiness my blonde

    Aleesa 1 Mar 2015 2:48 AM

    I recently tried the WEN Haircare and found the results AMAZING !!! It is by far the best hair product I've ever used, and I've used a lot and some very expensive ones too ! My hair has never looked or felt so much healthier, and I personally think that shampooing your hair all the time can't be that great for your scalp, I think it's important to leave some natural oils.

    Snazzie 1 Mar 2015 2:21 AM

    I think I tried some two-in-one products years ago and wasn't too impressed. Will probably stick to shampooing and conditioning separately.

    caylem 1 Mar 2015 2:10 AM

    I've found the best results for my hair with shampooing the roots and conditioning the tips. I can go a week without issues now (plus my shampoo and conditioner lasts x4 longer)

    Miss19 1 Mar 2015 1:55 AM

    I have used 2 in 1 haircare products before but I like to use two separate products.

    Chicklet 1 Mar 2015 1:44 AM

    2 in 1 hair products have been around for decades! Personally I don't find it a chore to shampoo once (no need to do it twice) and then condition. Both products have different functions and I like to use them separately. I'm not a fan of using conditioner on unwashed hair.

    Tiarna203 1 Mar 2015 1:39 AM

    I'd love to try the wen hair care, I find my hair is rediculous lately and I always have to wash it because it feels gross

    Hayley644 1 Mar 2015 1:16 AM

    Not exactly a new trend, I remember when 2 in 1 shampoo & conditioner were popular years ago. I prefer to use a separate shampoo and conditioner. I use natures organics colour shield shampoo and conditioner which is sulfate free, is economical, comes in a 400ml bottle and lasts for ages. I also use a sukin protein hair treatment once a week.

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