Stylist and hair pros agree: The longer you can go between washes, the better. Even if you have thinner hair, you should try to wait at least every other day before your next shampoo. Waiting a few days lets your natural oils do their work for healthier, bouncier hair.

But you should take baby steps before overhauling your routine. Celebrity colorist Louis Licari says to start washing every other day first, and then keep stretching it out as much as possible. And try dry shampoo. If you have extremely curly, coarse hair, he suggests using your conditioner as a shampoo, which will make your hair feel cleaner without striping your oils.   _{Your Comment}