Wu Yilin – a renowned Taiwanese hair stylist and hair care expert.
Wu Yilin, the top Taiwanese hair expert dubbed the “Hair Goddess”, has pointed out four common misconceptions that many people are practicing incorrectly. Emphasizing that “hair care is not about what products to use, but when and how to use them!”, the following secrets might make you want to change your familiar hair care routine immediately.
1. Pre-Cleanse Recovery
Up until now, we have been accustomed to the routine of shampooing first and then conditioning. However, according to expert Wu Yilin, the modern concept has completely changed: perform recovery before cleansing.
“If I use a lot of styling products on any given day, I will apply conditioner before shampooing,” she shares. This method has been popular overseas for over five years and is especially suitable for severely damaged hair.
The reason is that when the hair cuticle is already weak, shampooing too vigorously will further damage the hair. Pre-cleanse conditioning not only helps soften and restore hair fibers, but also aids in dissolving residue from styling products, while preventing tangling, breakage, and hair fall during shampooing.
After completing the cleansing step, simply apply a leave-in product and gently blow-dry your hair – your tresses will be comprehensively protected from the very first step.
2. It’s Not Always About Slippery Smoothness with Conditioner
According to expert Wu Yilin, conditioner is similar to facial moisturizer – it can be used or skipped depending on your hair’s needs. However, there is one mandatory rule: thoroughly rinse it out. Otherwise, you may experience greasy, heavy hair, or even pimples along the hairline due to product buildup.
Wu Yilin herself once suffered from tiny pimples around her hairline due to inadequate rinsing. The issue was not with the product’s quality but rather her sensitive scalp reacting to certain ingredients if left on for too long. Her secret is to rinse until the ends of her hair feel slightly taut, which is the sign that your hair is truly clean and ready for the next care step.
Don’t be fooled by the slippery smoothness – effective conditioning doesn’t mean your hair has to feel “slimy”.
3. Frequency Takes Precedence Over Quantity
Expert Wu Yilin emphasizes that when using hair care products, we must remember the concept of “frequency takes precedence over quantity”. Wu Yilin advises that the nutrients in hair care products only need to be absorbed in moderate amounts. Leaving them on for too long or applying too much will not make your hair prettier; instead, it will make your hair greasy, with product residue on your face, shoulders, and scalp overnight.
Not to mention, the excess product will also rub off on your pillow, attracting dirt and creating unnecessary pressure on your skin. So, if you want truly gorgeous hair, start by diligently caring for your hair regularly rather than dumping a ton of product on it all at once.
Consistent hair care frequency takes precedence over using a large amount of product in one go.
4. Hair Care Only After Shampooing
According to Wu Yilin, the golden rule of hair care is: only use conditioning products after shampooing your hair thoroughly. Applying products to hair that has been exposed to dust and pollution all day is akin to applying skincare products without cleansing your face first – it’s both futile and counterproductive.
Even with heat protectants used before styling, if your hair isn’t clean, the nutrients will only “burn off” on the hot tools instead of absorbing into the hair fibers. So, remember: hair care begins with proper cleansing, followed by conditioning.
A clean scalp is essential for effective absorption of hair care products.
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