{"id":47955,"date":"2025-06-05T18:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-06-05T12:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/connect.healthkart.com\/?p=47955"},"modified":"2025-06-05T17:46:57","modified_gmt":"2025-06-05T12:16:57","slug":"how-often-should-i-wash-my-hair","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.healthkart.com\/connect\/hair-wash\/","title":{"rendered":"How Often Should I Wash My Hair? Let\u2019s Break It Down by Hair Type!"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Every head of hair has its own story\u2014curly, straight, oily, dry, thick, fine, or somewhere in between. But there\u2019s one question that seems to tangle everyone up: \u201cHow often should I wash my hair?\u201d Ask five people and you\u2019ll get five different answers\u2014ranging from daily devotionals to once-a-week rituals and more.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So who\u2019s right?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Well, the truth is, there\u2019s no one-size-fits-all schedule. If your hair is oily, you may have to shampoo your hair daily. But if your hair is dry, washing your hair so often will do more damage than good. Relax\u2014we&#8217;ve got your back.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Let&#8217;s find out about how to wash hair and keep it clean, soft, and healthy without any sort of confusion at all!<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_81 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.healthkart.com\/connect\/hair-wash\/#Washing_Hair_Daily_%E2%80%93_Is_That_Good_or_Bad\" >Washing Hair Daily \u2013 Is That Good or Bad?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.healthkart.com\/connect\/hair-wash\/#How_Frequently_to_Wash_Hair_By_Hair_Type\" >How Frequently to Wash Hair (By Hair Type)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.healthkart.com\/connect\/hair-wash\/#1_Oily_Hair\" >1. Oily Hair<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.healthkart.com\/connect\/hair-wash\/#2_Dry_Hair\" >2. Dry Hair<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.healthkart.com\/connect\/hair-wash\/#3_Normal_Hair\" >3. Normal Hair<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.healthkart.com\/connect\/hair-wash\/#4_Curly_or_Coily_Hair\" >4. Curly or Coily Hair<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.healthkart.com\/connect\/hair-wash\/#When_to_Wash_Hair_More_Often\" >When to Wash Hair More Often<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.healthkart.com\/connect\/hair-wash\/#Tips_for_Healthy_Hair_Wash\" >Tips for Healthy Hair Wash<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.healthkart.com\/connect\/hair-wash\/#What_Happens_if_You_Dont_Wash_Hair_Enough\" >What Happens if You Don&#8217;t Wash Hair Enough?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.healthkart.com\/connect\/hair-wash\/#Final_Thoughts\" >Final Thoughts<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.healthkart.com\/connect\/hair-wash\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions_Related_to_Washing_Hairs\" >Frequently Asked Questions Related to Washing Hairs<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.healthkart.com\/connect\/hair-wash\/#Can_I_wash_my_hair_during_periods\" >Can I wash my hair during periods?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.healthkart.com\/connect\/hair-wash\/#Does_washing_hair_during_periods_cause_cold\" >Does washing hair during periods cause cold?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.healthkart.com\/connect\/hair-wash\/#How_often_should_I_wash_oily_hair\" >How often should I wash oily hair?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.healthkart.com\/connect\/hair-wash\/#Can_overwashing_damage_hair\" >Can overwashing damage hair?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Washing_Hair_Daily_%E2%80%93_Is_That_Good_or_Bad\"><\/span><b>Washing Hair Daily \u2013 Is That Good or Bad?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Many people often wonder can I wash my hair daily as there are many people who wash their hair on a daily basis. Excessive washing is not always the best. Now, look at why it is bad to wash hair daily:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It can strip natural oils from your hair.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your hair may become dry and brittle.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your scalp may feel itchy or inflamed.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>So, how often should I wash my hair? The answer is you don&#8217;t always have to wash your hair daily \u2013 unless it gets dirty or oily pretty quickly.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Frequently_to_Wash_Hair_By_Hair_Type\"><\/span><b>How Frequently to Wash Hair (By Hair Type)<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>We all have various types of hair, and our washing needs to be done based on that as well. Over-washing can strip your scalp of its natural oils, but under-washing may lead to buildup and inflammation. So how often should I wash my hair<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">? Let&#8217;s run through it by hair type so you can find the most effective routine for you:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-55174\" src=\"https:\/\/connect.healthkart.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Blog-Banner-1-360x400.jpg\" alt=\"How often you should wash your hair \" width=\"714\" height=\"793\" srcset=\"https:\/\/connect.healthkart.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Blog-Banner-1-360x400.jpg 360w, https:\/\/connect.healthkart.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Blog-Banner-1-768x853.jpg 768w, https:\/\/connect.healthkart.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Blog-Banner-1.jpg 900w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 714px) 100vw, 714px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Oily_Hair\"><\/span><b>1. Oily Hair<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>In case your hair feels oily a day after shampooing, you may have oily hair. Below are some tips on how frequently to wash hair if it&#8217;s oily:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wash it 3 to 4 times a week<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For oily hair, use mild shampoo and conditioner.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Dry_Hair\"><\/span><b>2. Dry Hair<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Dry hair is dry in appearance, rough to the touch, and can be easily broken. If you are wondering how often to wash hair, here are some tips:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wash it once or twice a week.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use dry hair shampoo and conditioner.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Normal_Hair\"><\/span><b>3. Normal Hair<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>This type of hair is neither dry nor oily. So how many times a week should I wash my hair if it&#8217;s normal? Take a look at following tips to understand it:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wash it 2 to 3 times a week.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Choose a mild shampoo and conditioner.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Curly_or_Coily_Hair\"><\/span><b>4. Curly or Coily Hair<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Curly hair is naturally drier than straight hair.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Shampoo it once every 2 days.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use shampoo without harsh chemicals (e.g. sulphates).<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_to_Wash_Hair_More_Often\"><\/span><b>When to Wash Hair More Often<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are certain situations when the hair needs to be washed more frequently than usual. Sweating, product buildup, or oily scalp are just a few reasons why your hair can get greasier or dirtier sooner. Here is when you might need to use the shampoo more frequently:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>After exercising \u2013<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> if you tend to sweat excessively.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>If you live in a hot place \u2013<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> your scalp is oily.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>If you use a lot of hair products \u2013<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> like gel, spray, or wax.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>If you have dandruff \u2013<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> use a medical shampoo as advised by a doctor.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-55176\" src=\"https:\/\/connect.healthkart.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Did-You-Know-5-400x111.jpg\" alt=\"interesting fact about shampooing your hair\" width=\"742\" height=\"206\" srcset=\"https:\/\/connect.healthkart.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Did-You-Know-5-400x111.jpg 400w, https:\/\/connect.healthkart.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Did-You-Know-5-768x213.jpg 768w, https:\/\/connect.healthkart.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Did-You-Know-5.jpg 900w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 742px) 100vw, 742px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tips_for_Healthy_Hair_Wash\"><\/span><b>Tips for Healthy Hair Wash<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Shampooing your hair the right way can make a big difference in how it looks and feels. It&#8217;s not just a question of how often you shampoo, but how you shampoo too. So now the question that arises is how to wash hair properly? Follow these simple tips to have clean, healthy, and shiny hair:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Shampoo with lukewarm or cool water \u2013 <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">not really hot water.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Don&#8217;t scrub so hard \u2013<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> gently massage on your scalp.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Rinse thoroughly \u2013<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> remove all the shampoo and conditioner.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Dry hair slowly \u2013<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> gently pat with a towel, don&#8217;t rub hard.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Try not to use heat often \u2013<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> e.g. hair dryers or straighteners.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Happens_if_You_Dont_Wash_Hair_Enough\"><\/span><b>What Happens if You Don&#8217;t Wash Hair Enough?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you don&#8217;t wash your hair for a very long time, it will start itching. Your hair will be flat, oily, or smelly. Grease, oil, and product build-up block your scalp. This will cause dandruff to form or your hair to grow slowly.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wash your hair, then, when you feel dirty, oily, or heavy but not before, not after either.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Read More: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.healthkart.com\/connect\/how-to-get-thicker-hair\/\">How to Get Thicker Hair?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Final_Thoughts\"><\/span><b>Final Thoughts<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There isn&#8217;t a rule that suits all people. There are those who wash their hair daily and those who wash it weekly. It depends on your hair type and what comes naturally to you.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Greasy hair needs to be washed more. Dry, curly hair needs to be washed less. Simply pay attention to your hair. If it&#8217;s feeling fresh and clean, you don&#8217;t have to wash it. But if it feels dirty or greasy, it needs to be washed.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wash your hair with love and compassion. Healthy hair starts with simple steps!<\/span><\/p>\n<style>#sp-ea-55178 .spcollapsing { height: 0; overflow: hidden; transition-property: height;transition-duration: 300ms;}.sp-easy-accordion-enabled .eap_section_title_55178, body .eap_section_title_55178 { color: #444; margin-bottom:  30px; }#sp-ea-55178.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single {margin-bottom: 10px; border: 1px solid #e2e2e2; }#sp-ea-55178.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single>.ea-header a {color: #444;}#sp-ea-55178.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single>.sp-collapse>.ea-body {background: #fff; color: #444;}#sp-ea-55178.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single {background: #eee;}#sp-ea-55178.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single>.ea-header a .ea-expand-icon { float: left; color: #444;font-size: 16px;}a.collapsed {\r\n    color: #212326 !important;\r\n}<\/style><h2 class=\"eap_section_title eap_section_title_55178\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions_Related_to_Washing_Hairs\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions Related to Washing Hairs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><div id=\"sp_easy_accordion-1776571243\"><div id=\"sp-ea-55178\" class=\"sp-ea-one sp-easy-accordion\" data-ea-active=\"ea-click\" data-ea-mode=\"vertical\" data-preloader=\"\" data-scroll-active-item=\"\" data-offset-to-scroll=\"0\"><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_wash_my_hair_during_periods\"><\/span><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-551780\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse551780\" aria-controls=\"collapse551780\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> Can I wash my hair during periods?<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse spcollapse\" id=\"collapse551780\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-55178\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-551780\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">There\u2019s a long-standing myth in some cultures that washing your hair during menstruation is harmful. But from a medical and scientific standpoint, there\u2019s no evidence to support this.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_washing_hair_during_periods_cause_cold\"><\/span><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-551781\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse551781\" aria-controls=\"collapse551781\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> Does washing hair during periods cause cold?<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse spcollapse\" id=\"collapse551781\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-55178\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-551781\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">No, washing hair doesn\u2019t cause a cold. Just use warm water and dry your hair well if the weather is cold.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_often_should_I_wash_oily_hair\"><\/span><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-551782\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse551782\" aria-controls=\"collapse551782\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> How often should I wash oily hair?<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse spcollapse\" id=\"collapse551782\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-55178\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-551782\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Every 1\u20132 days. Oily scalps may need more frequent washing to prevent buildup and keep hair fresh. <\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_overwashing_damage_hair\"><\/span><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-551783\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse551783\" aria-controls=\"collapse551783\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> Can overwashing damage hair?<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse spcollapse\" id=\"collapse551783\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-55178\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-551783\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Yes. It can lead to dryness, irritation, and even more oil production as your scalp tries to compensate. Know your hair type and follow the suggestions aforementioned.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><script type=\"application\/ld+json\">{ \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\", \"@type\": \"FAQPage\", \"@id\": \"sp-ea-schema-55178-69e4536b98213\", \"mainEntity\": [{ \"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"Can I wash my hair during periods?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": { \"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"There\u2019s a long-standing myth in some cultures that washing your hair during menstruation is harmful. But from a medical and scientific standpoint, there\u2019s no evidence to support this.\" } },{ \"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"Does washing hair during periods cause cold?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": { \"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"No, washing hair doesn\u2019t cause a cold. 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