How to rinse well your solid shampoo?

When you switch to solid shampoo, a whole new hair routine sets in. It often happens that this novelty causes hair problems such as hair that appears poorly rinsed and therefore visually that seems more oily and sticky. It is also possible that the grip of the product is not obvious at first glance. Therefore, during the first uses it often happens that we do not really know how to use it and how to rinse it effectively.

In this article, we will first see together why it is necessary to rinse your solid shampoo well. In a second time we will see how to rinse out your solid shampoo when it rinses poorly. This by seeing together how to use it properly, as well as the actions that are effective in removing all of the shampoo present on the hair.

In this section:

Why should you rinse your solid shampoo well?

Often, changing your hair routine and going natural can lead to inconvenience such as the impression that your hair is poorly rinsed or washed improperly. This is often simply linked to improper use of solid shampoo as well as improper execution of your actions when washing or rinsing.

Unfortunately, if you do not rinse your solid shampoo well, it can lead to hair problems. The inconveniences can be the following:

of itching with or without dandruff;
of hair that appears sticky and poorly washed;
un irritated and sensitive scalp;
of hair that is greasy quickly;
of lengths that get drier;

These hair problems are usually the result of improper washing and capillary rinse which is not sufficiently well executed. The good thing is that it's relatively easy to fix!

In this second part, we will see how to rinse your solid shampoo well to avoid these hair problems.

Solid shampoo that rinses badly: what to do?

“My solid shampoo is rinses badly”. “My solid shampoo gives me the impression that my hair is badly washed and sticky”. These are statements that we often hear. And yes, you are not the only one experiencing these problems! Solutions exist to give your hair a clean and silky appearance! We are going to give you tips on how to rinse your solid shampoo well and prevent it from having a hard time. You will see that it is enough for this to have an efficient use of the shampoo and to respect the gestures which make it possible to remove all the residues shampoo! So how do you rinse out your solid shampoo?

How to use your solid shampoo so as not to have the badly rinsed effect?

In this part we will focus on how to use your solid shampoo properly. This for the purpose of you facilitate rinsing.

Apply less solid shampoo the next time you wash so you can rinse off your solid shampoo thoroughly. Indeed, very often we want lather up your shampoo and therefore we put too much. Be aware, however, that a solid shampoo does not foam. And this is what guarantees its quality: A shampoo that foams does not in any way mean that it washes better, but simply that it is provided with aggressive and chemical surfactant! So you don't need to apply too much solid shampoo to your scalp to try and lather it up. On the contrary, a small amount is enough to wash your hair well and to facilitate rinsing of the product.

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Make or buy a solid foaming shampoo.

Consider that one shampoo per wash is sufficient! No need to make 2 or 3 applications in a single shower. A solid shampoo washes and purifies your scalp in just one application. The risk is that you put too much of it and that you cause a buildup of the product on your scalp. This will make it even more difficult to rinse your solid shampoo well.

Apply solid shampoo only on the scalp and not the lengths and ends. This would make you use and put in more amount than you need. And don't worry, the lengths are washed when rinsing, by running the shampoo on them.

Brush your hair when you get out of the shower, and if possible on wet hair. This will remove the last potential residues of your solid shampoo if you have not rinsed it well.

How to rinse your solid shampoo effectively?

Doing a good hair rinse using solid shampoo requires respecting a certain number of actions. Indeed, it is sometimes poorly rinsed due to its high concentration of products. Here are the right things to do to rinse out your solid shampoo :

To rinse your solid shampoo well, you have to understand how to distribute it well on the hair. Lather it in your hands to better distribute the product and not directly on the scalp. You may damage it and you will find it easier to rinse it well this way. If you feel like there is not enough shampoo, avoid adding more product. Or add very little. It is best to re-wet your hair lightly so that the solid shampoo foams again. Then distribute it over your entire head.

You should know that the solid shampoo is a product very concentrated in ingredients since it does not contain water like the conventional liquid shampoo. To rinse well and get your solid shampoo off, make circular movements on your scalp (like at the hairdresser) while rinsing. This gesture eliminates excess shampoo that remains attached to the scalp and removes your solid shampoo.

rinse your hair with a mixture of a teaspoon of vinaigre (white or cider) diluted in 1L of water. Use this mixture to finish your rinse. You must have rinsed your hair thoroughly beforehand. This approach helps soothe the scalp by removing both solid shampoo and lime residue.

Usually it is at the back of the scalp that the hair feels like poorly rinsed. It is a part that is less easy to access for the hands and water, and therefore more complicated to rinse. To avoid this problem, tilt your head forward when rinsing. Then rinse your scalp thoroughly and your hair behind the neck.

If you have a problem with hair that seems sticky or poorly rinsed, and you follow the actions recommended above, it may be that the problem comes from the solid shampoo itself. We invite you to read the article on sticky hair problems which gives a “badly rinsed effect” to have more specific solutions to this problem.