How Often Should You Wash Your Hair?
Curly, Oily, Fine Hair & Everything In Between
“How often should I wash my hair?”
This is one of the most frequently asked questions we get at Venelle Salon & Spa in Park Slope, Brooklyn—and the answer isn't one-size-fits-all.
The truth is, how often you should shampoo depends on your hair type, scalp condition, lifestyle, and personal goals (like preserving color or managing frizz).
In this post, we break it down by hair type—curly, oily, fine, dry, and color-treated—so you can build a healthy hair-washing routine that supports stronger, shinier, and more manageable hair.
🧴 Why Does Shampoo Frequency Matter?
Washing your hair too often can:
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Strip natural oils
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Cause dryness or frizz
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Fade hair color faster
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Lead to an overproduction of scalp oils
Not washing enough can:
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Lead to scalp buildup
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Weigh down hair
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Cause odor or itching
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Affect hair growth over time
At Venelle Salon in Brooklyn, we customize product recommendations and wash schedules to your hair type and goals.
🌀 How Often Should You Wash Curly Hair?
Curly and textured hair tends to be drier, since natural oils have a harder time traveling down spiraled strands.
✅ Recommended:
Once or twice a week
💡 On non-wash days, use:
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A moisturizing co-wash or conditioner rinse
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Leave-in creams or hydrating oils to define curls
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A satin scarf or pillowcase to reduce frizz overnight
💬 Pro tip from Venelle stylists: Try a deep conditioning treatment every 1–2 weeks to maintain curl hydration and strength.
💦 How Often Should You Wash Oily Hair?
If your scalp gets greasy quickly, it may be tempting to shampoo daily—but over-washing can make things worse.
✅ Recommended:
Every other day, or every 2–3 days
💡 To manage oil:
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Use a balancing shampoo (like Eufora Urgent Repair)
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Try dry shampoo between washes
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Avoid overly rich conditioners at the roots
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Rinse hair with cool water to close the cuticle
🧖♀️ Consider a clarifying scalp treatment at Venelle to reset oil balance and improve scalp health.
🌬️ How Often Should You Wash Fine Hair?
Fine hair tends to get oily faster and can look flat if overloaded with product. But daily shampooing can weaken strands over time.
✅ Recommended:
Every 2 days, or every other day
💡 Tips for fine hair:
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Use volumizing, lightweight shampoos
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Condition only the ends to avoid limp roots
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Blow-dry with a round brush for volume
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Use a silk pillowcase to minimize breakage
📍 Book a blowout at Venelle for bouncy, oil-free volume that lasts for days.
🎨 How Often Should You Wash Color-Treated Hair?
Frequent washing is the enemy of vibrant color. Whether you're rocking a bold balayage or a subtle gloss, fewer washes = longer-lasting color.
✅ Recommended:
2–3 times per week
💡 Color-preserving tips:
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Use sulfate-free, color-safe shampoos
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Wash with cool water to seal the cuticle
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Use purple shampoo weekly for blondes
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Add an Eminence Hair Oil Treatment at Venelle for extra hydration
🌈 Venelle stylists recommend deep conditioning masks weekly to keep color-treated hair healthy and shiny.
🌵 How Often Should You Wash Dry or Damaged Hair?
Over-processed, brittle, or naturally dry hair types benefit from less frequent washing and more hydrating products.
✅ Recommended:
Once or twice per week
💡 Repair-focused routine:
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Use a hydrating shampoo and conditioner
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Try pre-wash oil treatments
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Avoid heat styling between washes
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Book a moisture mask or Olaplex treatment at Venelle monthly
🔥 Ask our stylists about K18 treatments—a next-gen option to reverse chemical and heat damage.
🔁 What About After Workouts?
If you sweat daily, you don’t always have to reach for shampoo. Instead:
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Rinse with water and condition
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Use a micellar or no-lather cleanser
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Refresh with dry shampoo or a scalp tonic
Venelle offers scalp detox and hydration add-ons for active lifestyles.
🧖♀️ How Can Venelle Salon in Brooklyn Help?
At Venelle Salon & Spa, our stylists go beyond basic trims—we help you create a complete, customized hair care routine that starts with your scalp and ends with your tips.
✔️ Hair analysis & product recommendations
✔️ Scalp health and deep conditioning treatments
✔️ Keratin, color-safe, and curl-focused services
✔️ Home care guidance for every hair type
📍 Ready to Build the Perfect Hair Routine?
Let the pros at Venelle Salon & Spa help you discover how often to wash your hair—and how to keep it healthy between shampoos.
📍 Visit us at:
62 7th Avenue, Park Slope, Brooklyn, NY 11217
📞 Call to book: 718.989.9800
🌐 Book online: www.venellespa.com
💬 Have Questions About Your Hair Type?
Drop by for a free consultation or message us on Instagram for tips from our expert stylists.
📸 Follow us for more hair advice: @venellesalonspa
Healthy hair starts with smart washing habits.
Let Venelle Salon in Brooklyn guide you to your best hair yet—no matter your texture, oil level, or routine.