If you have been having issues with your hair like itchy or flakey scalp, product build-up and dryness/low moisture retention, it is probably time for you to use a clarifying shampoo.

A clarifying shampoo is a type of deep-cleansing treatment that is meant to strip the scalp of any leftover product, dirt, hard water deposit or other build-up.

Clarifying shampoo contains ingredients that penetrate the scalp and strip the hair of residue that regular products can sometimes leave behind.

Clarifying shampoo helps your hair when it starts to feel dry, itchy or flakey from oil/product build-up on the scalp, roots and tresses.

Build-up prevents the hair and scalp from being able to hold in moisture. This is caused from using a lot of products over time but not fully ridding the scalp of it when washing your hair.

Clarifying shampoo can help your hair retain moisture longer when you remove this leftover product that regular shampoo cannot get. 

Don’t use a clarifying shampoo with every wash!

Additionally, people with natural hair should opt for sulfate-free clarifying shampoo as clarifying shampoos with sulfates are harsher and over-stripping to natural hair.

Using a clarifying shampoo once a month or when product build-up/flakiness becomes noticeable is best for natural hair.

It is important to follow up using a clarifying shampoo with a deep conditioner or hair mask to make sure you are putting the moisture back into your hair after the clarifying shampoo strips it.

Clarifying shampoos made for natural curly hair are best as they are made to deep cleanse the hair while catering to its need for more moisture and less-harsh stripping.

Good options include Kinky Curly Come Clean, Pattern Cleansing Shampoo and Shea Moisture African Black Soap Deep Cleansing Shampoo.

Incorporate a clarifying shampoo into your wash day once and month and get your hair’s moisture back.