We all long for a shorter, easier detangling process, am I right? “Pre-poo” is short for “pre-shampoo.” It is a hair care technique that involves applying a treatment to your hair before shampooing as a way to soften and protect hair from the potentially drying effects of shampoo. It does not have to be done every week though, I personally pre-poo twice a month. We’ll discuss the frequency of wash days in another post, anyway here are some benefits of pre-pooing:
- Moisturizes hair: Pre-pooing can help to lock in moisture and prevent hair from drying out during shampooing.
- Prevents breakage: Pre-pooing can help to strengthen hair and prevent breakage by coating the hair strands and protecting them from damage during the washing process.
- Detangles hair: Pre-pooing can help to make detangling easier at the right stage (only detangle at Conditioner stage) by softening the hair and reducing friction between strands.
- Reduces frizz: Pre-pooing can help to reduce frizz by providing a protective layer over the hair strands.
- Improves shine: Pre-pooing can help to make hair appear shinier and healthier by improving its overall condition.
Pre-pooing can be done using a variety of natural oils. I would recommend our BENTONITE CLAY MASK which is made with a blend of moisturizing oils. These oils can be applied to dry/ brittle hair before shampooing, left on for a period of time (30mins – 1hour), and then washed out with shampoo.
I think Pre-pooing is a crucial step you should consider adding to your wash day routine!
Have you ever pre-poo’d before?
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Talk soon,
Elizabeth