Hair Cycling Will Upgrade Your Hair Care Regimen – America's Beauty Show®

By now, we’ve all heard of skin cycling, but have you heard of the new #haircycling trend making the rounds on TikTok? With over 500K views and counting, this new interest has us all examining our current hair routine. Curious about what hair cycling entails and why it might be excellent for your hair? Keep reading!

What Is Hair Cycling?

The term “Hair Cycling” is a buzzy new trend that has been popularized by users on TikTok. It came about almost by chance after users realized they have subconsciously taken their skin cycling habits and transferred them to their hair care. The act of hair cycling involves adding a detox (or clarifying) shampoo to their routine and cycling in and out various products based on seasonality or their current hair needs. 

The goal is to improve the function of your scalp and health of your hair by rotating products. Similar to skin cycling, hair cycling includes rest days where you allow the natural oils of your scalp to condition the hair. With different formulas for different days or concerns you can tailor your haircare based on what you need at the time. 

Where to Begin With Hair Cycling:

Hair cycling can begin as soon as your next wash day! 

• To start the process, most suggest using a Clarifying Shampoo first to detox, remove buildup, and create a fresh start. 
• Then, you can pick a cycle of products that you will apply. If you’re looking for moisture or volume, color care or thickness, you can then begin adding these products as needed. 
• The other thing many experts agree with is to add a pre-wash treatment to the hair every few weeks — consider a bond-builder or nourishing mask for best results. 
• From here, you’ll want to pay attention to your scalp and your strands. Honing in on the best days to skip washes or alternate formulas based on your most recent concerns.  

Does Hair Cycling Actually Work?

Based on where you live, the season and your current hair state, skin cycling can greatly improve the health of your hair. As the season’s change so do our styling habits and environmental stressors, so coming up with a routine that addresses each of these in an individualized way is key to a fabulous finish. 

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