You might need to rethink the way you shampoo your hair. Proper hair care isn't a gender-specific hygiene need. In fact, men need to spend as much time on their hair as women do. The information provided here will give you the help you need to care for your hair. 

Set the Right Shampoo Schedule

If your hair seems to be dull and lifeless, you might have the wrong shampoo schedule. When it comes to hair care, too much shampoo — or too little — can harm your hair. If you shampoo more than once a day, you could end up with dry, damaged hair. If you shampoo your hair less than two or three times a week, you could end up with a greasy buildup. A good rule of thumb is to shampoo your hair at least once a day. If that seems to be too much, you can reduce that to three to four times a week. 

Lower the Temperature

If you've been washing your hair in hot water, you could be causing some damage. If you're like most people, you wash your hair in the same temperature water you use for your shower. Unfortunately, hot water can damage your hair. Not only that, hot water can leave your hair frizzy and hard to control. Luckily, you can avoid the damage by changing the temperature. Once you're done with your shower, and before you wash your hair, lower the temperature setting on the water. Lukewarm water will remove the dirt without stripping the natural oils that protect your hair. 

Go Easy on Your Scalp

If you scrub your scalp when you wash your hair, you need to make a change. You might think that you need to scrub your scalp to get your hair as clean as possible, but that's not the case. In fact, you could actually be damaging your scalp when you go heavy on the scrubbing. First, scrubbing can increase the occurrence of dandruff. Second, scrubbing can lead to premature hair loss. To avoid both problems, treat your scalp tenderly when you shampoo.   

Don't Rush It

Finally, if you want to get the most out of your shampoo, take your time. Many people rush through the shampoo process by washing for a matter of seconds. Unfortunately, when you rush through the process, you don't give the shampoo enough time to soak into the hair shaft, which can reduce the effectiveness. Instead of rushing, work the shampoo into your hair for at least one minute each time. 

If you need help with women's or men's shampooing, contact a hair care professional near you.