Introduction: How to Properly Shampoo a Client

Once you get the hang of it, shampooing a client is easy. Learning how to properly shampoo will help clients to relax and prepare for their next steps.

Step 1: Towel & Draping

First, fold the towel properly to place on the client's necks to keep them dry. Then, you must drape your clients to keep them dry properly.

Step 2: Shampoo Bowl

Second, you need to adjust the chair properly to fit the client into the shampoo bowl so they are not uncomfortable.

Step 3: Water Temperature

Third, use your wrist to test the temperature of the water to make sure it's not too hot or not too cold.

Step 4: Select Shampoo

Fourth, select a proper shampoo, depending on the client's hair type.

Step 5: Shampooing & Conditioning

Fifth, begin by massaging the shampoo into the hair, ensuring you do not get shampoo in the eyes. After shampooing, apply conditioner and rinse.

Step 6: Final Step

Rinse hair thoroughly and wrap it with a towel.