Mixing and Matching

The quest for beautiful hair is a never-ending battle for most women. It’s frustrating: you spend years finding the perfect cut, color and styling products, but you still can’t seem to find the perfection you’re looking for.

Have you ever stopped to think that your shampoo and conditioner may be to blame? It’s possible. Many hair product manufacturers tell you your hair will only look its best if you use their shampoo, conditioner and styling products.

The truth: manufacturers tell you that to get you to buy more of their products. It’s not a bad thing: they’re running a business after all. However, what’s good for their sales isn’t necessarily good for your hair.

Hair professionals agree that it’s not really important to match your shampoo and conditioner. In fact, many recommend that you change up your shampoo and conditioner every few months.

How can you mix and match your hair care products for maximum effectiveness? First, take a look at your hair type. If you suffer from dandruff, then it’s important to find a shampoo that fights the flakes along with a conditioner that moisturizes the scalp. Or, if you have consistent product build-up, then you should use a clarifying shampoo along with a light conditioner.

The most important thing to remember when mixing and matching your hair care products is to try different brands to see what works best for your hair type. It might not happen right away, but soon you’ll find a pair that works best for you.

An added benefit to mixing and matching? You can save money on your hair care routine by splurging on one product that really works for your hair and saving on another. And who doesn’t want to save money and look great?