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Shh, lean in for the latest gossip straight from the salon insiders. Forget the buzz about leave-in conditioners and serum routines – the real haircare secret that has the pros buzzing? How you wash your hair, darling.

Don’t roll your eyes just yet. We’re not here to tell you that you’ve been shampooing wrong all these years. But, just like perfecting your burpee form or baking the ultimate banana bread, there’s always room for improvement.

So, if you thought it was a simple rinse, lather, and repeat affair, think again. We’ve had a chinwag with the UK’s top trichologists and stylists, and they spill the tea on exactly how you should be giving your locks the royal treatment. There are only three rules to follow if you want to wash your hair like a true pro:

1. Massage, Massage, Massage…

That heavenly scalp massage you love at the salon isn’t just for relaxation. According to trichologist Anabel Kingsley, your scalp is a lively, skin-shedding, oil-producing entity exposed to the same environmental chaos as your face. Regular cleansing is a must, darling. Take a moment to massage your shampoo into a luxurious lather across the scalp. Pay extra attention to the hairline and the nape – those areas can get a bit dirtier, thanks to the heat and light sweating, as confirmed by Inanch Emir, the maestro behind Inanch London Salon.

2. After Sweating It Out, Rinse It Off

If your workout leaves you glistening more than the dance floor at a royal ball, follow this golden rule from Kingsley: ‘After every workout, rinse your scalp with water.’ Don’t skip this step, or your sweat might turn into a crystalline catastrophe, drying out your scalp and hindering hair growth by blocking those precious follicles.

3. Choose Your Shampoo Wisely

Your skincare routine has a lineup of serums and masks tailored to your skin’s ever-changing needs. Well, guess what? Your hair deserves the same VIP treatment, as per hairstylist Larry King. Your scalp and hair go through different phases due to hormonal changes, stress, exercise, and styling damage. So, tailor your shampoo game accordingly.

Not sure where to begin? Don’t worry, we’ve got the inside scoop:

• Best shampoo for greasy hair: Opt for oil-free wonders with clay magic to soak up excess oil. Look for ingredients like oil-sucking kaolin and dandruff-banishing salicylic acid. Grease be gone!
• Best shampoo for damaged hair: When your tresses feel like they’ve been through the ringer (hello, heat-styling woes), go for a biotin-packed, green tea-infused, panthenol-hydrated saviour. Repair and revive, darling.
• Best shampoo for coloured hair: Keep that vibrant colour locked in by steering clear of silicone-heavy shampoos. They might promise shine, but overuse leads to a lacklustre aftermath. Opt for a protein-rich formula with fermented rice water for vibrant, nourished locks.
• Best shampoo for Afro hair: If you rock those gorgeous Afro curls, combat dryness with a sulphate-free, quinoa protein-infused potion. It forms protective films around each strand, while babassu oil eases dryness. Say goodbye to thirsty locks.

Now spill the beans, darling, and let your hair do the talking.