Shampoo

I had advice to use a pure shampoo without chemical additives at least once a month to prevent product building on hair. I love mane and tail shampoo which cleanses beautifully.

Can’t recommend a shampoo , but add a drop of vinegar to final rinse . Gives a nice shine .

I've recently switched to using a solid shampoo bar. I buy from The Funky Soap shop. The bars are beautifully scented, and last for ages.
My hairdresser has complimented the condition of my hair.

Faith in Nature are pure shampoos, found in Holland and Barrett. Lovely natural fragrances.

I tried using shampoo bars, but had a horrible waxy build up on my hair - I researched online and found that they don't work in hard water areas (mine is very hard). Shame as I really wanted to 'do my bit'
I'm now using the Maui range- no sulfates / parabens /silicones /mineral oils /SLS or ALES - and it's vegan.

Perhaps you have product build up on your hair? Boots used to do a shampoo for this, I used this when I used a lot of products on my hair. Then a hair mask after it for deep conditioning.
I’m not an expert, but my hair was just as you described yours.

Dandruff shampoos are a little more aggressive on the hair

Also, coconut oil, depending on the concentration, can be drying

Bicarbonate of soda mixed with shampoo clears hair of all build up.

Vinegar rinse is also good to remove buildup.

I use Head and Shoulders. Followed by a conditioner. Sometimes use the purple shampoo and conditioner. I neve seem to have build up and my hair is it great condition. I use a mousse and a quick spray of Elnett.

Thanks Folks for your helpful advice. ??

Bridgeit

Can’t recommend a shampoo , but add a drop of vinegar to final rinse . Gives a nice shine .

You’ve reminded me that my mum always used to do that when she washed my hair, and yes it did used to shine.

I find changing shampoos regularly is best for my hair. Stops any buildup.

You need something with 'Clarifying' in its name.

Juliet 27, good old days??

I use Argan oil shampoo and conditioner. Seems to work.

I have very hard water, and the minerals like calcium cling to the hair. After a few weeks it tends to get a bit dull and stiff.

About once a month I rinse my hair in vinegar/water after washing. I just put a cup of distilled white vinegar in a sink of cold water and dunk my hair in it. Apart from dissolving the minerals, the low pH of vinegar and the cold water close the hair cuticles so that they lay flat, which also makes the hair shine.