The general recommendation for using clarifying shampoo is to do so once or twice a month for most people. This frequency helps remove product buildup, excess oils, and impurities without stripping the hair of its essential natural oils

. However, the ideal frequency can vary based on individual factors such as hair type, lifestyle, and environmental exposure:

• If you use a lot of styling products or have hard water , you might need to clarify more often, possibly once a week to prevent buildup

• Swimmers exposed to chlorine regularly may also need to clarify weekly or after every swim to avoid discoloration and buildup

• For dry or color-treated hair , it is better to use clarifying shampoo less frequently-about once every 2-4 weeks or even less-to avoid dryness and color fading

• Curly hair care routines often recommend clarifying every 4-5 washes to reset curls without over-drying

It is important to follow clarifying shampoo use with a deep conditioning treatment to restore moisture and prevent brittleness

. In summary, start with clarifying shampoo once or twice a month and adjust based on how your hair responds, increasing frequency if you have heavy buildup or environmental exposure, but avoiding overuse to maintain healthy hair and scalp