the number of times you wash your hair.
Are 3-5 washes per week appropriate?
This frequency helps:
remove sebum and residues of styling products
hair follicles can “breathe” better
reduce the risk of irritation
control unpleasant odors
limit the growth of bacteria and fungi, especially in hot weather and when sweating
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Of course, everyone’s scalp has different needs. People who exercise daily, live in a hot climate, or wear a helmet/hat at work may need to wash their hair more frequently.
Experts emphasize: routine should be
