The Secret to a Perfect Salon Shampoo: What Your Hairstylist Wants You to Know

In a recent online video, hairstylist Matt shared a key insight into the art of shampooing, a fundamental aspect of any salon visit. While washing a client's hair, Matt explained a lesson from his beauty school days: the importance of gentle technique. "You don't want them to hear the hair scrubbing on the scalp," he stated, emphasizing that clients should only feel the stylist's fingers. This technique, he noted, is crucial for building client trust. The client in the video recounted a recent experience where her hair felt unclean despite being washed at another salon. "It was washed but it like wasn't clean," she shared, expressing the awkwardness of realizing her hair still felt dirty as it was being styled. This exchange highlights a common concern among salon-goers: the expectation of truly clean hair as the foundation for a good hairstyle. The video underscores that a proper shampoo is not just about cleanliness, but also about the client's comfort and trust in their stylist's expertise.