This article was co-authored by Ashley Adams. Ashley Adams is a Licensed Cosmetologist and Hair Stylist in Illinois. She completed her Cosmetology education at John Amico School of Hair Design in 2016. This article has been viewed 283,170 times.

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You can get soft, healthy hair that cleans itself by not washing your hair for a few weeks. It sounds counterintuitive, but not washing your hair for a while causes your scalp to start regulating its oil content. Avoid using shampoo and conditioner and stick to rinsing your hair with water. Be prepared for your hair to be pretty greasy for 4 to 5 weeks. In the meantime, you can wear hats, put your hair up in a messy bun, or use a headband whenever you're having a bad hair day. You should also brush your hair a few times a day to remove excess grease from your scalp. After a few weeks, your hair should stop getting very greasy. You'll only need to wash it once a week with a shampoo alternative, like baking soda or apple cider vinegar. For more tips from our Beauty co-author, including how to wash your hair with egg, read on!