New trends and revolutionary ideas are constantly emerging in the beauty industry. And recently, a new method of washing hair has become incredibly popular. It is called pre-washing or pre-poo. In English it sounds like "pre-washing" and, accordingly, "pre-roo", and in our country it is often called reverse washing. It reminds many people of the classic folk methods of caring for strands, associated with rubbing oils before washing and other masks, which were used by our grandmothers. And the method of pre-poo really has a lot in common with them. But there are also differences. Let's analyze the features of such care in more detail. And, of course, we will tell you about its main advantages and rules.
How does the pre-poo method affect the hair?
In order to understand the effects of prewashing and the benefits of pre-poo, we need to start by remembering how our hair works and how it reacts to washing and other traditional treatments. So, each hair on the human head has a complex structure consisting of three layers:
- Medulae. This is the name of the inner core of the hair, it is responsible for the strands' thermoregulation, volume and strength.
- Cortex. It can be thought of as closely woven together protein filaments (keratin fibers) that are responsible for the strands' elasticity, strength and color.
- Cuticle. This is a thin surface layer consisting of 6-12 layers of tiny scales. They are connected to each other by a thin lipid (fatty) layer, which is synthesized by sebaceous glands. Thanks to the lipid layer, the cuticle is able to retain moisture in the depths of the hair.
It seems that nature itself has taken care of the hair to make it look great. But it's not that simple. In fact, hair is essentially inanimate matter, in which metabolism has stopped. Accordingly, it can not restore its structure completely. And as hair grows, the amount of lipids in it decreases, the protective layer becomes thinner and the hair becomes drier.
Regular washing only aggravates this problem. Because in the alkaline environment of the detergent, the cuticle scales increase in size and are lifted. Because of this vital fat is gradually washed away. And even expensive and high-quality nourishing masks cannot make up for its lack.
The pre-poo method helps to avoid lipid loss, it helps to preserve the properties of the protective lipid layer.
The main feature of this technique is the sealing of moisture in the hair layers. This prevents the lipid layer from leaching out and dehydration due to washing. And this is the main reason why you should use pre-poo.
What is the essence of the pre-poo method?
So, let's try to understand how to do pre-poo. Before going into the shower, it is worth applying your favorite conditioner or oil to dry strands (with a 5-10 cm distance). After waiting 5-30 minutes, you can go to the bathroom and wash your hair as usual.
An oil or conditioner will close the cuticle scales on your head, preventing them from opening. These products seem to wrap the hair, preventing the lipid balance from being disturbed.
Many people who are wondering how to wash their hair properly, so that the strands do not dry out and do not tangle, should try this method. However, it is worth evaluating the results after at least 2-4 weeks of such care.
Who would be suitable for the prewashing methodology?
The pre-poo scalp washing method may just seem indispensable for strands that:
- are systematically exposed to various aggressive influences, including coloring, smoothing, perming, etc.;
- are dry, damaged or frizzy;
- have a significant length - their ends usually do not receive the necessary amount of moisturizing and nutrients;
- suffer from chlorine, seawater, sun exposure;
- are subjected to daily washing;
- look brittle, dull and brittle.
Who might not be suitable for the pre-poo method?
Talking about who will suit the method of pre poo for conditioning hair, we can not mention those whom this technique can leave absolutely indifferent. This applies, first of all, to people:
- with a short haircut;
- who are strongly interested in volume - after conditioning the hair looks smoother.
It should be borne in mind that prewashing should not be considered as a method of additional nourishment of the hair. Its main task is protection.
What are some prewashing products available?
Of course, as a means for the pre-poo method, you can use an ordinary cheap conditioner bought in the nearest store, or oil from the pharmacy. But in fact, it is better to give preference to more qualitative and professional options, for example, hair cosmetics from famous world manufacturers, which are designed with the latest scientific achievements.
Professional conditioners and oils from famous French brands are worthy of taking their place in the TOP of means for pre-poo. And you can buy such cosmetics relatively inexpensively in the online store BrazilProf. We have been on the Ukrainian market for many years and have collected an excellent range of high quality products for the care of strands. Here you can buy home care products and professional cosmetics at an adequate price and with delivery throughout Europe, USA, Canada, UK and all other countries with worldwide delivery.
