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The Ultimate Guide

My Step-by-Step Guide to Healthier, Stronger Hair

At DreamHair, we believe that beautiful, healthy hair starts with the right care routine not just expensive products or treatments. Our expert stylists have developed a simple, effective guide to help you achieve healthier, more vibrant hair, whether you wear natural styles or maintain premium hair extensions.

The Number One Golden Rule: Cut Down How Often You Wash Your Hair

Washing your hair too frequently is one of the most common mistakes that can sabotage hair health. Believe it or not, less frequent washing can actually do more for your hair’s natural shine, strength, and texture. Ideally, you should aim to wash your hair once a week and for maximum results, some experts recommend washing every two weeks. This might sound surprising, but the science behind it makes total sense.

Why Less Washing Means Healthier Hair

When you over wash your hair, the scalp’s oil producing cells get tricked into thinking they’ll never get replenished. In response, they go into overdrive, producing oil faster and in larger amounts. This causes your hair to become excessively greasy much sooner after washing, making it difficult to maintain a fresh, clean look.

Regular, excessive washing strips away the natural oils that protect and nourish your scalp and hair strands. Without these essential oils, your hair loses its natural moisture balance, leading to dryness, limpness, and an unhealthy appearance.

Think of It Like This: Treat Your Hair Like Your Skin

Just like you wouldn’t pick at a spot on your face every day (which can lead to scarring), constantly washing your hair can leave it damaged over time. The more you disrupt your hair’s natural oil production cycle, the more you risk ending up with dry, brittle hair or an overly greasy scalp. Both extremes are signs of imbalance, which can affect how your hair feels, looks, and responds to styling.

How to Support Hair Health with the Right Products and Salon Care

Of course, when you do wash your hair, it’s important to use professional hair care products that nurture your scalp and hair strands. At DreamHair, we recommend choosing shampoos and conditioners formulated specifically for your hair type and condition whether you have natural hair, color treated strands, or hair extensions.

Using extension safe, sulfate free shampoos and nourishing conditioners will help maintain your hair’s natural moisture and protect any applied extensions from damage. Incorporating hydrating masks, serums, and heat protectants into your routine can also keep your hair silky, smooth, and resilient between salon visits.

Why Proper Hair Care is Essential for Extension Clients

If you’re a hair extension specialist or salon owner, educating your clients on proper hair care is just as important as mastering extension application techniques. Teaching your clients how to care for their hair and extensions with the right washing frequency, salon-grade hair care products, and aftercare routines will improve their satisfaction and the longevity of your services.

Questions to Consider:

What are the best shampoo and conditioner options for different hair types and extension styles?
How often should clients wash their hair to maintain healthy natural hair and preserve extensions?
What aftercare products do professionals recommend for maintaining shine, strength, and manageability?

By adjusting your hair washing routine and using salon quality hair care products, you’re giving your hair the best chance to restore, rejuvenate, and look its absolute best. Whether you’re training to become a certified hair extension specialist or simply looking to improve your own hair’s health, understanding these fundamentals will make a huge difference.

At DreamHair, we combine expert training with insider hair care knowledge, empowering you to achieve professional results and deliver outstanding client experiences every time.

Brushing

At DreamHair, we cannot stress enough how crucial a high quality hairbrush and proper brushing routine are for maintaining healthy, beautiful hair. Whether you’re styling natural hair or caring for premium hair extensions, brushing is a foundational step that should never be overlooked.

Why Brushing Your Hair More Than Once a Day Matters

Just like brushing your teeth regularly keeps your smile bright and healthy, brushing your hair daily ideally more than once a day promotes scalp circulation, removes dirt and buildup, and helps distribute natural oils evenly from root to tip. This natural oil distribution is key to maintaining hair’s moisture balance, shine, and overall strength.

For salon professionals and hairstylists, emphasizing the importance of proper brushing techniques can significantly improve client outcomes, especially for those with hair extensions or chemically treated hair.

The Lifespan of Your Hairbrush: Why Regular Replacement and Cleaning Matter

Similar to how a toothbrush loses effectiveness after a few months, your hairbrush will also wear down over time. The bristles gradually lose their density and flexibility, and buildup of dirt, oils, and product residue can accumulate, reducing the brush’s effectiveness and potentially harming your hair and scalp.

Regularly cleaning your hairbrush removes trapped debris and oils, ensuring that every brush stroke contributes to healthy hair rather than transferring grime back onto clean strands. For salon owners, recommending clients replace their brushes every 3–6 months is a valuable tip that promotes better hair health and salon product performance.

What Makes a Good Hairbrush? Why Double Pinned or Double Bristled Brushes Are Best

When selecting a hairbrush for daily use, not all brushes are created equal. At DreamHair, we highly recommend a double pinned or double bristled hairbrush as the most effective tool for maintaining healthy hair. These brushes feature two different sizes or types of bristles working together to provide multiple benefits:

Gentle detangling without snagging: The varying bristle lengths help ease out knots gently, reducing breakage and split ends.
Effective removal of dirt and grime: The double bristles reach deeper to remove buildup that can weigh hair down or irritate the scalp.
Ideal for wet and dry hair: Double pinned brushes glide smoothly through wet hair, minimizing tugging and damage a must-know for extension clients and stylists alike.

Using the right hairbrush complements salon hair care products and styling tools, protecting your hair’s natural texture and keeping it healthy between professional treatments.

Brushing Tips for Salon Clients and Hair Extension Wearers

For clients with natural hair or wearing extensions, proper brushing technique is vital. Here are some key tips to share:

Always use a high-quality brush suited for your hair type and texture.
Avoid brushing aggressively gentle strokes reduce breakage.
For extension clients, brushing should start from the ends, gradually working upward to prevent pulling at the bonds or rings.
Clean your brush weekly with warm water and mild shampoo to keep it fresh and hygienic.

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Invest in the Right Hairbrush for Lasting Hair Health

Choosing the right hairbrush and maintaining a regular brushing routine are simple yet powerful ways to support healthier hair and enhance salon styling results. Whether you’re a hairstylist teaching clients or someone passionate about maintaining gorgeous hair, understanding the science behind brushing and brush care is a game changer.

At DreamHair, our training doesn’t just focus on hair extension techniques but also on teaching the full spectrum of professional hair care knowledge helping you and your clients achieve the best possible hair health every day.

Shampooing

Selecting the right shampoo and conditioner is one of the most important factors in maintaining healthy, vibrant hair. Whether you’re a salon client, a professional hairstylist recommending products, or someone passionate about hair care, understanding how to choose and use quality hair care products is essential.

Many people believe that simply spending more on shampoo or conditioner guarantees better results but that’s not always true. Even the most expensive hair care products won’t deliver healthy, shiny hair if they are not used correctly. Incorrect use can lead to common hair problems such as dry, damaged, limp, or lifeless hair that lacks bounce and shine.

From my personal hair care journey and professional salon experience, I’ve learned that sulfate shampoos play a crucial role in effectively breaking through dirt, oil buildup, and product residue. Despite some myths, sulfates are primarily lathering agents and are not inherently damaging when used properly. In fact, they are excellent for cleansing the scalp and hair, making them a staple in many professional salon-grade hair care ranges.

2. How to Use Shampoo and Conditioner Properly for Best Results

To get the maximum benefit from your shampoo and conditioner and keep your hair healthy, shiny, and strong, follow this expert hair care advice:

Double Shampooing: Always shampoo your hair twice during washing. The first shampoo helps to break down dirt, grime, excess oils, and styling product buildup. The second shampoo cleanses deeply while also nourishing your strands.
Thorough Rinsing: Make sure you rinse out every bit of shampoo and conditioner completely. Leaving product residue can weigh your hair down and cause scalp irritation. Try the “squeak test” if your hair doesn’t squeak when you run your fingers through it, you may need to rinse a bit longer to avoid weak or greasy hair.
Optional Third Wash: For those with super thick or very long hair, a third shampoo wash is optional but usually not necessary. Over-washing can strip essential oils and moisture, so it’s best to avoid extra washes unless needed.
Wash Frequency: One of the most important hair care tips is to reduce washing frequency. Ideally, wash your hair only once a week to allow your scalp’s natural oils to nourish and protect your hair. Daily washing can cause dryness, frizziness, and scalp irritation, making your hair more prone to damage.

3. Why Avoid Washing Hair Daily?

Daily washing can disrupt your scalp’s natural balance. Over-washing tricks your scalp into producing excess oils to compensate for the lost moisture, which can leave your hair greasy and limp. Instead, limiting washes allows your hair to restore and rejuvenate itself naturally, resulting in stronger, shinier, and healthier hair.

Salon professionals and hair care experts often recommend this approach to clients seeking to improve hair texture, prolong the life of hair extensions, and maintain vibrant colour treatments.

Drying

When it comes to drying your hair, patience and the right techniques can make all the difference in maintaining healthy, vibrant locks. Whether you’re a salon professional guiding clients or someone passionate about hair care at home, knowing how to dry hair properly is essential to prevent damage and preserve your hair’s natural beauty.

Let Your Hair Air Dry Naturally Whenever Possible

The ideal method to dry your hair is to allow it to dry naturally, without excessive heat or friction. Air drying lets your hair retain its moisture balance, minimises breakage, and helps prevent split ends. This gentle approach is especially beneficial for hair that’s fine, damaged, or colour treated.

Use a Microfibre Towel for Efficient, Damage Free Drying

A top professional tip is to use a microfibre towel after washing your hair. Unlike regular towels that can cause friction and damage, microfibre towels are specially designed to:

Absorb up to 60% of the water in your hair quickly.
Minimise frizz and breakage by reducing harsh rubbing.
Maintain your hair’s natural cuticle integrity.

Microfibre towels are a must-have in salon hair care routines and are widely recommended by hairstylists to clients aiming for healthier hair.

If You Blow Dry, Do It Safely and Smartly

Not everyone loves the natural air dried look, and sometimes you need that sleek finish only a blow dryer can provide. When blow drying:

Always apply a heat protector spray or serum to shield your hair from heat damage.
Use the cooler setting on your dryer to reduce the risk of overheating.
Avoid drying your hair immediately after stepping out of the shower. Hair that’s soaking wet is more vulnerable to heat damage and breakage.

Why Avoid Blow Drying Wet Hair?

Blow drying hair straight out of the shower is one of the worst habits for damaging your hair. Wet hair is more fragile and susceptible to heat damage. Excessive heat can lead to dryness, split ends, and loss of shine. To keep your hair strong and healthy, always remove excess moisture first with a towel or let it air dry for a bit before using heat tools.

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Protect and Style Your Hair Like a Pro

Drying your hair correctly is a simple yet powerful way to maintain its health, shine, and manageability. By choosing gentle drying methods and using the right tools, you can prevent common issues like dryness, frizz, and breakage, keeping your hair looking salon fresh every day.

At DreamHair, our hair extension training goes hand in hand with essential hair care education, ensuring stylists and clients have the knowledge to care for their hair from wash to style.

Pre - Wash

Why a Pre Wash Treatment is an Essential Step in Your Hair Care Routine

At DreamHair, we know that achieving healthy, luscious hair starts before you even step into the shower. A pre wash treatment is a vital part of any professional hair care regime whether you’re maintaining natural hair, managing color treated strands, or caring for premium hair extensions.

Incorporating a nourishing pre wash treatment, such as a hair oil blend or a specialized hair growth formula, helps prepare your hair and scalp for shampooing by deeply hydrating, strengthening, and protecting each strand. This extra step ensures that you’re not just cleaning your hair, but also actively enhancing its health and manageability.

My Personal Journey with Pre Wash Treatments and Rice Water

When I first started exploring natural hair care solutions, I experimented with homemade rice water treatments a traditional remedy known for promoting hair growth and improving hair texture. However, making rice water at home was often time consuming, messy, and the strong odor made it less enjoyable to use.

Understanding the challenges many salon clients face with DIY treatments, I developed an easy to use, organically formulated rice water hair treatment. This premium formula combines all eight essential ingredients scientifically proven to encourage hair growth and scalp health all while smelling fresh and pleasant.

How to Use Our Organic Rice Water Pre Wash Treatment for Best Results

Using this treatment is simple and effective, making it perfect for busy salon clients or hairstylists recommending at-home care products:

Begin by gently brushing your hair to detangle and remove any knots. Proper detangling helps ensure even product distribution and minimizes breakage.
Spray the rice water formula from the mid-lengths down to the ends of your hair, focusing on areas prone to dryness or damage.
Massage the formula into your scalp to stimulate circulation and support follicle health.
Leave the treatment on for 20 minutes to allow the nourishing ingredients to penetrate deeply.
Rinse thoroughly and follow with your preferred shampoo and conditioner, ideally from a professional salon-grade hair care range designed to complement the treatment.

Why Incorporate Pre Wash Treatments into Your Salon Hair Care Routine?

For salon professionals, educating clients about pre-wash treatments can significantly enhance their overall hair health and satisfaction with salon services. These treatments help reduce hair breakage, promote a healthier scalp environment, and improve the longevity of color and extension services.

Salon owners can also stock quality pre wash products to offer clients convenient, effective at home solutions, boosting retail sales while enhancing client loyalty.

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Take Your Hair Care to the Next Level with Professional Pre Wash Treatments

Adding a high-quality pre-wash treatment to your hair care routine is a simple yet powerful way to boost hair growth, improve texture, and protect against damage. Whether you’re a hairstylist helping clients achieve their dream hair or someone passionate about maintaining healthy locks, understanding and recommending these treatments is a key step toward optimal hair wellness.

At DreamHair, we combine expert hair extension training with essential hair care education, ensuring you have all the knowledge and products needed to succeed in today’s competitive salon industry.

Conditioning

Conditioning your hair is one of the most rewarding and important steps in any professional hair care routine. Think of it like oiling your cuticles after a manicure it’s all about restoring moisture, enhancing shine, and maintaining the health of every strand. Whether you’re a salon client eager to maintain salon quality hair at home or a hairstylist recommending best practices, understanding how to condition properly can transform your hair care results.

A high quality conditioner, when applied correctly, leaves hair looking shiny, feeling soft, and packed with essential nutrients. It works by smoothing the hair cuticle, sealing in moisture, and providing vital oils that your hair needs to stay healthy and resilient.

How to Apply Conditioner Like a Salon Expert

For best results, conditioner should always be applied to squeaky clean hair. This means shampoo your hair thoroughly, ensuring all dirt, oils, and product residues are washed away before you begin conditioning.

When applying conditioner:

Focus primarily on the mid-lengths to the ends of your hair, as these areas are typically the driest and most prone to damage.
Gently work the conditioner upwards towards the roots. This not only nourishes your scalp but also stimulates blood flow, encouraging healthier hair growth and scalp vitality.
Take your time to massage the conditioner in for maximum absorption.

The Importance of Rinsing and Water Temperature

Conditioner must be washed out completely to avoid buildup that can weigh hair down or make it look greasy. One salon professional tip is to rinse with cold water at the end of your shower routine. Cold water helps to:

Close the hair cuticle, which locks in moisture.
Seal in the nourishing ingredients from your conditioner.
Add extra shine and smoothness to your hair.

This simple step can significantly improve your hair’s texture, manageability, and overall health.

Remember: Limit Washing Frequency for Healthier Hair

Just like with shampooing, the frequency of washing your hair impacts its health dramatically. Washing your hair daily strips away natural oils, leading to dryness, frizziness, and increased scalp sensitivity. For optimum hair health, limit washing to once a week if possible.

This practice allows your scalp’s natural oils to nourish and protect your hair, giving you stronger, shinier, and more resilient locks that require less styling effort and fewer chemical treatments.

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Elevate Your Hair Care Routine with Expert Conditioning Techniques

Conditioning is more than just a routine step it’s an essential ritual for anyone who wants to maintain salon-quality hair between visits. Incorporate these tips into your hair care regimen to enjoy softer, shinier, and healthier hair every day.

At DreamHair, our expert hair extension training includes vital education on hair care products and techniques, ensuring hairstylists and clients alike achieve the best possible results from every wash and style.

Additional Help

Achieving vibrant, thick, and healthy hair goes beyond just regular washing and conditioning. For clients and salon professionals alike, incorporating additional hair care practices and products into your daily routine can make a significant difference. Whether you’re looking to enhance natural hair growth, improve shine, or maintain luscious locks, these must know tips will elevate your hair care regime to the next level.

1. Heat Protection: A Non-Negotiable Step for Every Styling Session

If you’re curling, straightening, blow drying, or styling your hair in any way that uses heat, heat protection products are absolutely essential. Using a high-quality heat protectant spray or serum forms a protective barrier around each strand, reducing the risk of heat damage, split ends, and dryness. Salons highly recommend investing in professional grade heat protectors to maintain hair integrity even with frequent styling.

2. Switch to a Silk Pillowcase for Overnight Hair Care

Did you know that your pillowcase plays a huge role in hair health? Traditional cotton fibre pillowcases can create friction against your hair’s cuticle as you sleep. Over time, this rubbing leads to thin sides, breakage, dry ends, and even hair loss problems no one wants.

By switching to a silk pillowcase, you reduce this friction significantly. Silk’s smooth surface allows your hair to glide effortlessly while you rest, resulting in smoother, softer, shinier, and healthier-looking hair. Many users notice visible improvements in hair texture and breakage within just two weeks of making the change.

3. Never Go to Bed with Wet Hair

Sleeping on wet hair can cause tangles, breakage, and damage due to friction and the hair’s fragile state when damp. It also increases the risk of scalp issues and weakens the hair shaft. Always ensure your hair is completely dry before bedtime to keep it healthy and strong.

4. Avoid Tying Hair Up While Wet

Hair is at its most vulnerable when wet. Tying your hair back tightly during this time can cause excessive breakage and split ends. Let your hair dry naturally or use loose, gentle hairstyles that don’t pull on the strands when damp.

5. Cold Water Rinsing: The Secret to Sealed Cuticles and Shiny Hair

Rinsing your hair with cold water after washing is a simple yet effective hair care tip recommended by top salons worldwide. Cold water helps to:

Close the hair cuticle, locking in moisture.
Enhance natural shine.
Reduce frizz and smooth hair texture.

It’s like an ice bath for your hair refreshing for both your scalp and your strands!

6. Avoid Excessive Heat for True Hair Growth

If you’re serious about growing your hair longer and thicker, limiting heat styling is key. Heat tools are the biggest culprits behind hair damage and slow growth. Instead, try heatless styling techniques such as braids, rollers, or twist outs to achieve beautiful curls and waves without compromising hair health.

7. Don’t Use Dry Shampoo as a Substitute for Washing, Especially Overnight

While dry shampoo can be a lifesaver for busy days, it should never replace regular washing or be worn overnight. Dry shampoo, talc, and hair fibers accumulate on the scalp and hair shaft, causing buildup that weakens hair over time and clogs follicles. Wearing it to bed amplifies damage, leading to brittle, unhealthy hair.

8. Consider Hair Growth Supplements for Added Support

Nutrition plays a crucial role in hair health. One supplement that’s gained a strong reputation among hair care professionals is GLOWWA. Packed with essential vitamins and nutrients designed to promote natural hair growth, users have reported noticeable improvements within just 21 days. Supplements like these can complement a well rounded hair care routine and accelerate your journey to thicker, healthier hair.

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Elevate Your Hair Care Regime with Expert Approved Tips and Products

Incorporating these essential hair care tips into your daily routine will help you maintain salon quality hair that’s vibrant, thick, and healthy. Whether you’re a hairstylist advising clients or someone passionate about your own hair health, understanding and applying these techniques will set you apart.

At DreamHair, we believe that great hair care starts with knowledge and the right tools. Our professional training includes guidance on product selection, styling techniques, and hair health essentials everything you need to help your hair look and feel its best every day.

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Brushing twice daily with the hairbrush of dreams

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Cold Water Washing

Cold water flattens and seals the hair cuticles, which results in smoother hair strands,less frizz, and a shinier looking appearance. In addition, it also stimulates blood circulation to the scalp, which may promote hair growth and overall scalp health.

Using Glowwa

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Not using dry shampoo

It can lead to hair breakage

Overuse can clog hair follicles

Pre-Wash

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Silk Pillow Case

The smooth texture allows the fabric to glide against your hair cuticles, producing less friction than coarser fabrics that are more likely to snag hair.

Using Heat Protection

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Using a Microfibre Towel

Microfiber towels aren't just soft and touchable – they're good for your strands, too. Using a microfiber towel is beneficial for your hair. Its ultra-thin fibers allow it to absorb more moisture than standard versions while being lightweight and super soft.

Shampoo

Making sure you are using your product efficiently

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Silk Bobbles

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Avoiding Heat where possible

Too much heat on the hair causes breakage—constantly heating and cooling will weaken the hair, leading it to break

Never dry

soaking wet hair

When your locks are soaking wet, blow-drying can actually trap water inside the hair strands, where the water boils.

Conditioner

Making sure you are using your product efficiently

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Washing Hair Once a Week

excessive shampooing can cause dehydration and lead to breakage.

Not going to bed with wet hair

Hair is at its most fragile when wet, so if you go to bed with it damp and proceed to toss and turn against a pillow, you run a higher risk of breakage.

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The Ultimate Guide

Brushing

Shampooing

Drying

Pre - Wash

Conditioning

Additional Help

1. Heat Protection: A Non-Negotiable Step for Every Styling Session

2. Switch to a Silk Pillowcase for Overnight Hair Care

3. Never Go to Bed with Wet Hair

4. Avoid Tying Hair Up While Wet

5. Cold Water Rinsing: The Secret to Sealed Cuticles and Shiny Hair

6. Avoid Excessive Heat for True Hair Growth

7. Don’t Use Dry Shampoo as a Substitute for Washing, Especially Overnight

8. Consider Hair Growth Supplements for Added Support

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