Comment réussir à espacer ses shampoings ? - MakeMyMask

27 Avril 2026

How to space out your shampoos?

How often do you wash your hair per week? And is it true that washing it every day is bad for the scalp?

If you need to space out your shampoos to prevent your hair from getting greasy too quickly, or simply to save time in the shower, discover our tips to successfully space them out correctly!

Why space out your shampoos?

Sebum is like the lifeblood of our hair; among its many functions, it helps to keep the scalp hydrated and nourish the roots. It also helps to cleanse the scalp, absorbing microbes, dust, and pollutants.

Washing your hair too regularly prevents the scalp from properly regulating its natural sebum production. This dries out the scalp, and to compensate for this imbalance, the sebaceous glands begin to secrete far too much sebum.

This leads to greasy hair, and even irritations. And that's how the vicious cycle begins... hair gets greasy faster and faster, and shampoos become essential.

By spacing out shampoos by a few days, the scalp regains its balance to produce the right amount of sebum each day, depending on the amount of dirt to trap, external conditions, etc.

The goal: to avoid greasy hair the day after a shampoo, and to restore a healthy, self-regulating scalp!

Step 1: Listen to your scalp

It's important to consider that we all differ when it comes to oily hair.

A large part of our sebum production depends on our genetics. For example, people with fine hair are predisposed to their hair getting greasier faster.

It is therefore impossible to set the same interval between shampoos for everyone. The goal varies depending on hair type and scalp health.

But how much time for my hair?

• For fine hair, the interval between shampoos can be set at 2 days. If the scalp regulates correctly, this interval could be gradually increased.

• People with dry, curly, or coily hair can generally wash their hair 1 to 2 times a week, using a very nourishing shampoo to protect the hair fiber.

• Sensitive or flaky scalps should especially not be further irritated. It is advisable to wash your hair a maximum of twice a week, with a very gentle shampoo.

And, of course, considering the environment in your hair routine is necessary: washing your hair after a sports activity, a hammam, a very polluted or humid place, etc.

In all cases, it is advisable to use a shampoo suitable for your hair type. Preferably sulfate-free, silicone-free, endocrine disruptor-free, with a natural formula.

Recommendations for oily scalps

Although the challenge is complicated due to the unsightly appearance of oily hair, it is entirely possible to space out shampoos even with a scalp that gets greasy quickly.

For this hair type, it is advisable to space out your shampoos by at least 3 days. This will allow the scalp to breathe and take time to regulate sebum production.

To avoid the visible discomfort of sticky strands, greasy roots, or lack of volume, dry shampoo is the perfect solution. But beware: not just any kind!

There's no point in limiting washes if the dry shampoo used stifles the scalp; all the desired benefits will then be nullified. Instead, opt for a natural dry shampoo made from absorbent plant powders:

Arrowroot, Rice starch, these powders naturally absorb excess sebum without drying out the scalp. Combined with fortifying and volumizing powders like Kachur Sugandhi powder, the hair will also be voluminous and shiny.

Our tips for spacing out your shampoos

Here are our hair routine tips to skip a few hair washes.

1. Protective hairstyles

Beautiful braid or ponytail? The choice is yours, these hairstyles help to camouflage greasy roots, but also to limit touching your hair and depositing dust on the scalp.

Hats, scarves, and bandanas are also clever solutions!

2. Remember to clean your brush

And yes! The brush or comb you use every day for styling must be impeccable. Remember to clean it regularly to avoid further dirtying or greasing your hair.

3. Distribute sebum to the lengths

Brushing your hair well from the roots allows you to:

• Massage your scalp to promote tissue and hair bulb oxygenation

• Distribute sebum along the lengths to prevent scalp asphyxiation and dry ends

4. Dry Shampoo: the immediate solution

Dry shampoo often saves us... But you need to know how to use it well and not overdo it!

Ideal for spacing out shampoos because it absorbs excess sebum and mattifies roots, dry shampoo is the perfect solution, especially when you're in a hurry.

However, conventional dry shampoos from supermarkets or pharmacies are mostly full of chemical ingredients and endocrine disruptors. Why? Because most contain preservatives and are in aerosol form, harmful to the body and the planet.

So, adopt a natural dry shampoo! The effectiveness of absorbent plant powders requires no additional ingredients; your roots will be just as clean and voluminous.

5. Use non-greasy feel products

To style your hair, it is common to use serums, oils, styling creams, etc. Prefer products with a light texture, such as dry oils only on the ends (always in small quantities), and avoid touching your hair too much.

Small reminder: make sure to apply your masks and conditioners only to the lengths! These products are not meant to treat the roots, which are far too rich and greasy.

6. Pamper your scalp: but how?

The scalp is the only living part of the hair. It is where you must start to treat excess sebum. Just as our body sometimes needs a detox with shots of natural products, our scalp also needs to be pampered.

By applying plant powder masks directly to the roots, the active ingredients work to detoxify and purify the base of our hair.

So, which powders and plants to use?

Nettle Leaf powder is ideal for absorbing excess sebum and regulating its production. It oxygenates the scalp, soothes irritations, and strengthens hair. Using 1 pre-shampoo mask per week effectively combats oily hair.

We have selected 4 ingredients specifically to address this issue, here is the recipe:

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Our DETOX treatment specifically for oily scalps allows you to prepare 1 treatment per week for 1 month and consists of pre-dosed sachets, for a fresh mask, ready in 30 seconds:

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