Have you seen the challenges in the November issue of Santé? Web editor Shirley tackles one: skipping hair washes for a full week.
Shirley: The November Santé issue features inspiring challenges to push your limits. When a freelancer suggested I try one for our site, I paused briefly—then committed to not washing my hair for a week.
Not the first to try it
I've followed countless stories from people ditching shampoo. Many with unruly, frizzy hair report smoother, shinier results after years without it—like they just stepped out of a shampoo ad.
Squeaky clean results
My mother, a former hairdresser, recalls a client whose shampoo-free routine left her hair and scalp impeccably clean for years.
Curious to test it myself
These accounts piqued my interest: what would happen to my hair? A week might be short—many note oiliness fades after six weeks—but it's the perfect start.
My usual routine
I rely on shampoo and conditioner, switching brands often without fuss over ingredients like SLS or parabens. My hair is manageable, occasionally frizzy, but falls nicely with minimal effort.
Follow along
Check back daily for updates on my progress. Tried a shampoo-free week yourself? Share tips or stories on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram with #santechallenge.
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