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Although shampooing is a daily routine, the condition of the scalp can vary depending on when and how it is done. Jang Yoon-hee, Director of the K-Beauty scalp care brand Lydia 153 (and President of the Korea Beauty Association), suggests that as the starting point for scalp health, rather than flashy products Proper shampooing habitsFirst, I emphasize this. Today, I have summarized four shampooing principles within daily habits that Director Jang Yoon-hee frequently shares during scalp consultations.

Why should you check the basics for proper shampooing habits?

The scalp is where sebum, sweat, fine dust, and styling product residue accumulate throughout the day. In particular, scalp sebum can oxidize when exposed to air over time, and it is frequently mentioned that if this oxidized sebum (such as squalene peroxide) remains for a long time, it can put a strain on the scalp's condition. Therefore, Director Jang Yoon-hee advises examining "how you wash and dry your hair every day" before focusing on "what you apply.".

Director Jang Yoon-hee's 4 Proper Shampooing Habits

1. Please shampoo in the evening. If you remove sebum and impurities accumulated throughout the day before going to sleep, you can spend the night with a clean scalp. Since our bodies take time to recover according to our biological rhythms during sleep, shampooing in the evening can become a lifestyle habit that makes this time comfortable for the scalp as well.

2. Adjust the water temperature to lukewarm. Water that is too hot can irritate and dry out the scalp, while water that is too cold may not sufficiently wash away sebum and residue. Lukewarm water, which feels warm to the touch on the back of your hand, is a good choice.

3. Spend more time rinsing than lathering. When shampooing, focus on the scalp rather than the hair, washing with a gentle massage using your fingertips. When rinsing, take sufficient time to ensure no residue remains behind the ears and along the nape of the neck. Leftover cleansing ingredients can cause scalp discomfort.

4. Dry your scalp completely, down to the roots. If you fall asleep with wet hair, moisture remains on your scalp for a long time. Since Malassezia fungi, which naturally exist on the scalp, are known to thrive in humid and sebum-rich environments, it can be helpful to get into the habit of gently patting your hair dry with a towel and then drying your scalp first with lukewarm air from a hairdryer before your hair.

Lifestyle habits accumulate to build scalp health.

All four are habits that you can start practicing this evening without any special tools. However, if symptoms such as itching, flaking, redness, or hair loss persist, we recommend that you consult a dermatologist for an accurate diagnosis rather than relying solely on your lifestyle habits.

Mrs. Lauren, together with Lydia 153, has established official YouTube, KakaoTalk, and Instagram channels from scratch, and plans content that easily conveys scalp health care and lifestyle habits, such as 'Director Jang Yoon-hee's Scalp Consultation,' while also managing communication with followers.

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