How to wash hair properly

Cleansing conditioners (conditioners that cleanse your hair while smoothing the strands) are a big trend but if you like the idea, try reverse-washing. Simply condition hair first – try our Daily Moisture Conditioner, followed by our Daily Moisture Shampoo – because some women find it leaves their hair with more volume

Whether you want to soften and smooth hair or tame unruly frizz, a pre-wash treatment can help to improve the condition of your hair. Apply a hair mask liberally to hair and leave for up to 30 minutes before washing to nourish and add shine

An apple cider vinegar rinse is a big trend due to its multitude of beauty benefits – acid rinses are said to maintain your hair’s natural pH balance and add shine to hair. But you don’t need to head to the kitchen cupboard: all Dove shampoos are acidic, so you can reap the benefits without the vinegary smell 

If you like to comb through conditioner in the shower, remember to treat it kindly. Brushing wet hair can cause breakage and split ends, so opt for a wide-tooth comb after applying conditioner to the mid lengths and ends 

You’ve probably heard the classic ‘lather, rinse, repeat’ mantra, but it’s not actually necessary for daily washing. If you only use a few products and you wash your hair every day, then you can skip the ‘repeat’ step altogether if you want to

The key to how to wash hair effectively? Picking products that work with your hair type. That way you’re giving your hair exactly what it needs to stay its shiny, smooth, beautiful best – however you choose to wash it