Emily Laurence is a journalist, freelance writer and certified health coach living in Raleigh, North Carolina. She specializes in writing about mental health, healthy aging and overall wellness. For ...

Shop TODAY independently determines what we cover and recommend. When you buy through our links, we earn a commission. Learn more. For such a simple act, washing your hair sure can be confusing.

Nothing says chic and effortless like the updo. It's the quintessential hairstyle to add to your beauty routine — and a favorite for fancy events like prom, homecoming, weddings, and more. And yet, it ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Confession: I wash my hair almost every single day. I know, I know—it sounds like a cardinal sin for a ...

While a sudsy shampoo followed by a conditioner may be the wash day default, certain hair types — specifically curly or textured hair — may benefit more from a co-wash (shorthand for “conditioning ...

A guide to building an effective, adaptable routine for every hair type. Credit... Supported by By Darian Symoné Harvin and Caitie Kelly Don’t I know how to do this already? you might be asking. But ...

How our hair looks can change the way we feel about ourselves. It can be the difference between not just a good hair day or a bad hair day, but a good or bad day overall. While many people focus on ...

“Hair training” entails progressively increasing the time between each wash of your hair. TikTokers have asserted that doing so will leave you with a fuller and shinier head of hair (Photo: Getty) ...

Supporting my spouse as she recovers the hair — and the self-image — cancer treatment took from her. My wife didn't wash her hair during chemotherapy. Chemo gave her no hair to wash for six months.

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One of the more controversial beauty questions is how often you should wash your hair. Some people insist on using shampoo and conditioner on their hair daily, others say every other day and then some ...