You are likely scrubbing your head like you’re trying to remove a stubborn stain from a frying pan. Stop that. Most shampoos are full of sulfates—the same stuff that strips paint off battleships, probably.
Here’s the plan: wash your hair less often. You heard me. Once or twice a week is plenty for most humans. Your scalp needs its natural oils to stay slippery and calm, not squeaky-clean like a freshly waxed car. When you do wash, use a sulfate-free shampoo that smells like a spa, not a chemical factory.
And for the love of all that is holy, stop using hot water. That’s a fire hose for your oil glands. Use lukewarm water—think baby bath, not lobster boil. Your flakes will thank you by going into hiding.
