Here's How Often You Should Wash Your Hair

 Dermatologists generally recommend that people with oily hair shampoo more frequently, as often as once a day. They also recommend that people with dry or chemically treated hair wash it less frequently. Several other factors influence how often you should wash your hair.

Factors That Affect How Often You Should Wash Your Hair

How often you should wash your hair depends on multiple factors, including hair type and scalp health.

Hair Type

People with oilier hair typically benefit from washing their hair daily. People with drier or chemically treated hair might want to stretch out their washes a bit longer.

The thickness and texture of your hair also make a difference. For example, the American Academy of Dermatology recommends that Black people wash their hair once every 1-2 weeks.

Try washing your hair less frequently if you have thicker or curlier hair.