How to Determine the Perfect Shampoo and Conditioner

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Start by choosing a place from which to purchase your hair products.

   The best places to buy hair products are reputable salons.
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   Step 2: Determine what you hope to achieve with your hair.

   More volume? Shine? Repairing damage? Going into your search with a clear picture of what you hope to accomplish will speed the process along. , You may not always be able to achieve your desired results when you have these factors. , Check for allergens or drug facts on the bottles.
   
   Sometimes shampoos and conditioners may contain natural or artificial ingredients which may irritate your skin.
   
   They may also contain ingredients you may not wish to put into your hair such as alcohols and sulfates. , It may take a few attempts at finding your ideal hair products and if the particular salon or store does not have a suitable return policy you may want to change locales.
   
   The last thing you want is to be stuck with lots of products you will never use. , Salons that are concerned with customer service generally will give the samples to you at little to no cost.
   
   Most stores do not usually practice this. , The professional may be able to look at or feel your hair to determine if the product you have chosen is suitable for your hair type.
   
   They may also be able to determine if you have specialized needs that should be addressed. , This may better help you determine the results of a product before you buy. , The results are sometimes not what you expect on the first wash because the new products can remove the residues of the old products.
   
   This may cause dullness or roughness in the hair until all the buildup is removed. , The professional may be able to direct you to something better.
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   Step 3: Determine if you have specialized issues that need to be addressed such as dandruff

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   Step 4: artificial coloring

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   Step 5: permanent waves

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   Step 6: ethnic hair

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   Step 7: natural curls or thinning hair.

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   Step 8: Always check labels!

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   Step 9: Determine the salon or store’s return policy.

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    Step 10: Ask about any samples the salon or store may have available.

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    Step 11: Ask if there is a professional that you can talk to even if you have found a product you may want to try.

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    Step 12: Find a stylist with hair similar to yours and ask them what they use in their hair.

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    Step 13: When you get the product home

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    Step 14: use it at least three times or for at least three days.

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    Step 15: If after three days the product is unsatisfactory

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    Step 16: return it to the salon or store and tell a professional working there what problems you were having.

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