The Botanical Journal

A gentle wash-day routine for textured hair

Cleanse, condition and seal moisture without turning wash day into an all-day project.

Wash day works best when every product has one clear job. A simple order of use can reduce tangling and make the routine easier to repeat.

Cleanse the scalp first

Apply shampoo to thoroughly wet hair. Massage the scalp with fingertips and let the lather travel through the lengths as you rinse.

Condition for slip

Apply conditioner from mid-lengths to ends. Work in sections, detangle gently and leave it on for two to five minutes before rinsing.

Finish lightly

On damp hair, use a small amount of oil on the ends or areas that lose moisture first. More product is not always more moisture.

Keep the ritual simple

Put what you learned into practice.

Choose the product that fits your next useful step.