How to choose the right clarifying shampoo for locs & textured hair | Trichologist Explains

This video was originally filmed as a TikTok reply, but I couldn’t let it go to waste — the information was too useful, and I hope it helps anyone trying to choose the right clarifying shampoo for their hair.

If you’ve ever searched for “the best clarifying shampoo” and felt more confused afterwards, this video breaks it down properly. As a trichologist, I get asked this question all the time — and the real answer is that the right clarifier depends on what your hair and scalp are actually dealing with.

In this video, I walk you through a simple decision guide to help you choose a clarifying shampoo based on your current concern, from low-cost to high-end options.

We cover:

How to choose a clarifying shampoo if your scalp is itchy, flaky, or irritated
What to use if your hair feels coated, heavy, waxy, or dull
Clarifiers that work better if your hair dries out easily
How hard water and mineral buildup affect your hair — and what to use instead
Options that give a deep clean with shine without over-stripping
Clarifying shampoos that are more suitable for locs and textured hair, with scalp health in mind

Each recommendation includes:

What problem it’s best for
Why it works
One key ingredient and what it actually does

This video is especially useful if you have locs, curls, coils, or type 4 hair and want to clarify without damaging your hair or over-cleansing your scalp.

You don’t need every clarifying shampoo — you just need the one that matches your current concern. For most people with locs or textured hair, clarifying once or twice a month is usually enough.

If you found this helpful, feel free to save it, share it, or come back to it when your hair needs a reset.
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