Best Hair Care Routine and Products for Different Scalp Conditions and Human Hair Wigs

Having healthy lustrous hair doesn’t happen by luck. You should follow a good hair care routine and use the right hair care products that are suitable for your type of hair and scalp condition.

Also, you may think that it’s just your natural hair that needs care and your beautiful human hair wig can remain in its best shape without any maintenance. But you’re wrong!

This article is all about the right hair care routines for greasy, dry, and normal hair as well as natural hair wigs. You’ll learn about the best products and some tips to take care of your hair or a real hair wig. It’s time to have healthier and more beautiful locks.

What’s the Best Hair Care Routine for You?

Let’s start with identifying your scalp condition. In other words, whether you have greasy hair, dry hair, or normal hair. Then, we’ll give you some tips and introduce some hair care products for each hair condition separately.

You Have Greasy Hair If …

• You have an oily and slippery scalp due to too much sebum (natural oil from your scalp).
• Your hair roots get greasy soon after washing and you need to wash it frequently.
• The hair seems flat and limp because of the excessive oil.
• Your scalp itches.
• Your brush, comb, etc., gets greasy after use.

You Have Dry Hair If …

• You feel the hair needs more moisture.
• The strands are not soft and are rather rough and coarse.
• Your hair lacks shine.
• The hair strands are brittle and you can see split ends.
• There are too many tangles and frizz.
• Your scalp itches and causes discomfort.
• Your hair isn’t bouncy and lacks elasticity.

You’re Lucky to Have Normal Hair If …

• Your scalp isn’t too oily or dry and feels comfortable.
• Your hair is smooth and soft.
• The hair is easy to style, shiny, and bouncy.
• You don’t have to struggle with too many tangles, frizz, and flat hair.
• You don’t have to frequently deal with itchy and irritated scalp and flakes.
• You can easily go without washes for a few days before your hair looks excessively dry or greasy.

Now, hopefully, you have identified the type of your hair (based on the scalp condition) and it’s time to see what the best hair care routine and products for you are.

Essential Hair Care Routine and Hair Care Products for Greasy Hair

If you have greasy hair, you should try to control the excessive production of sebum. Aside from all the troubles mentioned above, too much oil can lead to hair shedding. The reason is the oil can make the strands heavier, cause inflammation in some parts of the scalp, and clog the follicles.

Here is a good hair care routine for you.

• Wash your hair 2 to 3 times a week with a clarifying shampoo for greasy hair. This helps to remove the excess oil as well as keep your hair clean.
• DON’T overwash! This is a common mistake many people make. You may think that if you wash your greasy hair every day, it can become balanced. However, it actually has the opposite effect. As you wash the strands, the natural oil is removed. So, the scalp produces more and more sebum to make up for it. Washing oily hair every two days or every other day will do.
• While shampooing, you should massage the scalp gently and try to remove the excess oil from the roots.
• Never use the conditioner on your scalp directly as it can increase the production of sebum. Instead, choose only a lightweight conditioner and apply it to the ends of the strands.
• It’s not usually good for people with greasy hair to add more weight to the strands. That’s why, you should make sure no shampoo and conditioner residue remains on your hair and scalp. Rinse it thoroughly. After washing you should also avoid using heavy styling products, oils, and serums for the same reason.
• Too much heat styling isn’t recommended for people with greasy hair as it can increase the production of sebum.
• To keep your hair from looking greasy and flat, you can use dry shampoo to absorb the excess oil.

A Great Hair Care Routine for Dry Hair

Those suffering from dry hair should try to nourish the strands and keep them hydrated. Like greasy hair, dry hair can cause the hair to fall easily as the strands become brittle, and the scalp and follicles can get irritated.

Follow the routine below for stronger and more lustrous hair.

• Wash your hair with lukewarm or cool water (NOT hot) 2 to 3 times a week with a moisturizing shampoo for damaged or dry hair, such as Biotinsystem Shampoo. Overwashing worsens the condition as the natural oil produced by your scalp is removed.
• Choose a conditioner suitable for your dry hair as well. These conditioners are usually designed to retain the moisture and nourish the strands. You can see ingredients such as argan oil, coconut oil, shea butter, and the like. Marrocanöl is a great conditioner for moisturizing the hair and restoring its elasticity. Also, Keratin Balsam prevents tangles.
• Use a leave-in conditioner or serum every day and apply it to the ends of the hair for hydration and to prevent split ends.
• Use a suitable hair mask once a week to help hydrate the hair shaft.
• Heat styling tools make the strands dry. So, they’re not good for people with dry hair. If you really need to use them, you should apply heat protectant sprays.
• Regular trimming (every two months) is key. It can help avoid split ends.
• Pay attention to your diet and ensure your body receives the right amount of vitamins, minerals, and essential fatty acids. Plus, stay hydrated. Read more about nutrition and hair growth here.

Recommended Hair Care Routine for Those with Normal Hair

If you wish to keep the balance and enjoy your normal hair and scalp condition, you should follow the routine below.

• Always use a gentle shampoo suitable for your hair. Wash it 2 to 3 times a week and try to massage the scalp gently. Use lukewarm water.
• A conditioner is good to add shine, hydrate the strands, and nourish them. Apply it to the ends and the lengths of the strands, but not directly to the roots.
• Minimize heat styling.
• Trimming your hair regularly helps to keep the locks healthy and avoid split ends.
• During hot seasons, it’s better to use caps, scarves, etc., to protect the hair from UV. Some hair care products provide UV protection.
• If you can, it’s a good idea to use deep conditioning once a week for more hydration and nourishment.
• Have a balanced diet and avoid crash diets.

Overall, no matter if you have greasy hair, dry hair, or normal hair, you need to treat it with standard hair care products and hair care routines that are suitable for your type of hair. Otherwise, you’ll see more damaged hair that will lead to hair shedding. If you’re not sure what type of scalp and hair you have, consult with a hair care specialist.

How to Care for Human Hair Wigs

Wigs are in style now and many of us use them for fashion or to protect our natural hair and scalp. Human hair wigs and toppers are very natural looking and allow you to change your appearance instantly. Plus, for people suffering from hair loss, they are the easiest replacement.

However, like your own hair, you should also take care of real hair wigs to keep them in good shape, enhance their natural look, and extend their life span.

Unlike your natural hair, human hair wigs come with instructions! Reading these wig care instructions is necessary to make sure you’re treating your wig the right way. After all, they’re not that cheap.

Here are some general wig care tips for human hair.

• Don’t wash it too often, only when it seems dirty. For example, if you wear it every day, then you probably need to wash it every two weeks. Using a wig cap, storing it properly, and not wearing it in bed help keep the natural hair wig clean for longer.
• Detangle gently before washing it.
• Use lukewarm water with a small amount of sulfate-free shampoo (color-treated for colored hair wigs) in a basin for washing the wig. Swirl it gently and avoid pulling and wringing.
• Apply a suitable conditioner.
• Put it on a wig stand.

Read more about storing and washing human hair wigs here.

How you style and maintain your wig is one matter, and what kind of products you use is another. That’s why we’re going to introduce some of the best human hair wig care products below.

Best Products for Human Wig Care

Like your natural hair, you should also pay attention to what products you use on your real hair wigs. Usually, the regular products you use on your own hair are not good for a wig because they can take away its shine and make it appear less natural.

Consult with our hair specialists to see which Amani Hair Care Products are suitable for your hair or your human hair wig. But here are some other good products to use on your wig.

Recommended Shampoo for Natural Hair Wigs

Shampoos for human hair wigs must be sulfate-free. Here are some recommendations:

• Jon Renau Argan Smooth Luxury Shampoo
• Revlon Texturizing Cleanser
• Brandywine Non-Static Shampoo
• Wig Pro Hair Care Gentle Cleansing Shampoo

Recommended Conditioners for Human Hair Wigs

One of the main problems with wigs is tangles. So, using a conditioner, like our Amani Natural 2-Phasen-Kur, is necessary to have a tangle-free wig. Here are some other suitable conditioners for your real hair wig.

• Jon Renau Argan Smooth Conditioner
• Big Kizzy F.A.T.T Biotin Conditioner
• Raw Shea Butter Restorative Conditioner
• Guy Tang Color Securing Conditioner

When you’re purchasing a wig, always consult with the wig expert for their recommended wig care products.

FAQs About Hair Care Routine and Human Hair Wig Maintenance

Our wig and hair specialists are answering some of your most common questions.

Should I Wash My Greasy Hair Every Day?

No. It actually makes it worse. Wash your hair only 2 or at most 3 times a week with a shampoo for oily/greasy hair. Focus on cleaning the roots and scalp to get rid of the build-up of oil.

How Necessary Conditioners Are for My Hair?

There are different types of conditioners and you have to choose something suitable for your hair and what you wish to achieve. For example, for dry hair, the most necessary conditioner is the one that hydrates and nourishes the strands. Generally speaking, conditioners help you maintain healthy hair by making it soft, tangle-free, hydrated, and nourished.

Can I Use a Regular Shampoo on My Human Hair Wig?

No. Regular hair care products are normally too strong for human hair wigs and strip the strands of their natural oil. This means the hair gets damaged and loses its shine and elasticity.

Where Can I Find the Best Human Hair Wigs and Hair Care Products in Southern California?

We have three offices in Southern California. You can have a free consultation session with our hair and wig specialists in Los Angeles (310-991-0087), Orange (949-322-9555), and San Diego (949-640-4247).

Our experts will help you find out if wigs are suitable for you and recommend the best types. Especially for those going through hair loss, we have the most comfortable human hair medical wigs and hair pieces.

You can also get high-quality hair care products to restore your hair health and prevent hair loss. Call to schedule an appointment.