What’s Now: The Co Wash Shampoo
Should you try this new poo?
There’s a new type of shampoo in town targeted for women with textured hair: The co wash shampoo. As we’ve explained before, co washing hair is the method of washing hair with a conditioner, instead of using a shampoo. To recap: Women with naturally curly hair resort to this type of hair washing to restore moisture to their hair. Some opt for washing with a conditioner once a week, and some have completely removed shampoo from their hair care routine. One caveat: A conditioner doesn’t cleanse the hair the same way that a shampoo does. Now, many natural hairstylists and hair care brands are noticing what natural-haired women are going through and making the case for the co wash shampoo:
What’s Hot in the Curly Hair World: The Co Wash Shampoo
1. What is a co wash shampoo?
You’re probably wondering what a co-wash shampoo is? We can tell you what it isn’t. It’s definitely not a conditioner, and for those who are afraid of using a traditional shampoo on their hair because of the ingredients, this may be the product for you. It is safe to say that brands are probably making sure that this product would be free from all of the ingredients that are said to have a drying effect on textured hair types.
If you’re thinking about trying out the co wash shampoo, we can guide you in the direction of making sure you’re getting your hands on the best products on the market. To begin, we suggest doing your research. Since this is a new innovation, pay attention to what makes the product stand out. Will it help retain moisture in your hair? Does it say that it will provide a gentle cleanse? Also, be sure to check reviews. See if any trustworthy vloggers or bloggers have used the products that you’re interested in, or see if any reputable hair stylists can back the product. Researching, ask questions and learning more about the products is sure to prevent you from buying something that you aren’t so sure about.
2. Finding the best co wash shampoo
Now, although research can help with figuring out a purchase, you won’t really know how good something is until you test it out for yourself. Also, don’t allow the name of the product to confuse you. It’s safe to say that a co-wash shampoo is a cleansing product that will help condition your hair as well, hence its other moniker, the cleansing conditioner. However, it is not just a conditioner: If you’re going to use it on your hair, don’t skip the conditioning or deep conditioning step. A shampoo, whether it’s conditioning or not, prepares your hair for the conditioning process. Follow up with a moisturizing conditioner after using the shampoo on your hair. We adore Love Beauty and Planet Purposeful Hydration Shea Butter and Sandalwood Gentle Cleansing Conditioner as a cleansing conditioner for curly locks.
3. Co wash shampoo alternatives
The co wash shampoos you’ve come across are most likely free of sulfates and contain moisturizing ingredients. Find a shampoo with a similar formula, like a low-sulfate shampoo, or look for a shampoo that is moisturizing like Suave Professionals Almond+Shea Butter Moisturizing Shampoo. This formula is infused with almond and shea butter that works to nourish and replenish your hair.
