How to Use shampoo in a Sentence

shampoo

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  • We need to shampoo the rug.
  • She shampoos her hair every morning.
  • Love to shampoo the bottom half of my hair which is wavy.
    ELLE, 13 Feb. 2023
  • The first step to care for hair that’s on the oilier side is to shampoo more frequently.
    Julie Ricevuto, Allure, 17 Dec. 2020
  • For those ready to take on a full head of red, be sure to shampoo your hair less often, Bodt points out.
    Devon Abelman, Allure, 23 Apr. 2021
  • Put on a shower cap, go to bed, and shampoo the mixture off in the morning.
    Dori Price, Good Housekeeping, 16 July 2020
  • Not shampooing your hair enough can also cause dandruff due to the build-up of oils and skin cells on the scalp.
    NBC News, 17 Dec. 2018
  • These are only some of the questions that come to mind when trying to figure out the best way to shampoo curly hair.
    Samantha Olson, Seventeen, 23 Dec. 2022
  • Directions: Work the blend through damp hair and leave on for at least 20 minutes, then shampoo it out.
    Andrea Cheng, Good Housekeeping, 30 Nov. 2022
  • To use it, simply shampoo, towel dry and leave it on for at least 10 minutes.
    Amber Katz, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Aug. 2021
  • Clients should only be shampooing once or twice a week.
    Rebecca Norris, Allure, 12 Mar. 2018
  • The Corinthia Hotel shampooed its red carpet for the coronation.
    Alyson Krueger, BostonGlobe.com, 5 May 2023
  • How to Use Shampoo Correctly Believe it or not, there’s a right and wrong way to shampoo your hair.
    Julie Ricevuto, Allure, 25 Nov. 2020
  • Step 5: Lastly, the hair is shampooed, conditioned, and styled.
    Annie Blay, Allure, 22 Sep. 2023
  • Start by shampooing your hair as usual, then comb coconut oil through from the midsection to the ends.
    Iman Balagam, ELLE, 31 Aug. 2023
  • To remove the mask, shampoo your hair, being careful to rinse thoroughly to remove all the oil.
    Lauren Corona, chicagotribune.com, 11 Mar. 2021
  • And for those who shampoo in the morning, that means sacrificing precious sleep time to blow-dry.
    Zoë Weiner, Teen Vogue, 12 Mar. 2018
  • Most scalp oils are meant to be used as a prewash treatment, massaged into the scalp to loosen debris, then shampooed out.
    Jamie Wilson, Harper's BAZAAR, 14 June 2023
  • Just smooth it over clean, damp hair for 10 minutes once a week, then rinse out and shampoo and condition as usual.
    Alex Warner, Marie Claire, 24 May 2018
  • For more defined curls or silkier strands, wash your hair as usual, then apply the moist raw clay to your roots and to the rest of your hair, then rinse and shampoo it all off.
    Jihane Hajby, Allure, 29 Oct. 2017
  • And a little primer on shampooing wouldn’t hurt either.
    Fortune, 16 June 2017
  • Could going 30 days without shampooing be the secret to healthy hair?
    Danielle Sinay, Glamour, 15 Nov. 2023
  • The hotel takes two days to turn over each room so that carpets and couch covers can be shampooed and there’s no lingering pet smell.
    Kathleen Wong, USA TODAY, 3 July 2023
  • After shampooing, leave it on for two to five minutes for best results.
    Kaleigh Fasanella, Women's Health, 31 Aug. 2023
  • The website says to use the hair perfector before shampooing.
    Essence, 11 Jan. 2024
  • The vanilla girl wears white chunky sweaters, always has freshly shampooed (and most likely blonde) hair, and mini Ugg boots.
    Sarah Spellings, Vogue, 12 Dec. 2023
  • And most people cut down on shampooing due to the cold temperatures, which can also make flakes worse.
    Jessica Cruel, SELF, 14 Sep. 2017
  • Try to shampoo your hair less frequently and use warm water instead of hot water.
    Julie Ricevuto, Allure, 17 Dec. 2020
  • Why does my carpet still smell like pet urine after shampooing?
    goodhousekeeping.com, 28 Apr. 2023
  • If other employees worked on your hair—maybe an assistant shampooed your hair——give them $5 to $10.
    Kevin J. Ryan, wsj.com, 2 Oct. 2023
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shampoo

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  • Gone are the days of 3-in-1 shampoos that cause more harm than good.
    Sophia Panych, Allure, 8 Dec. 2023
  • Here are the best shampoos for every type of curl and styling need.
    Katrina Mitzeliotis, Women's Health, 2 May 2023
  • The shampoo feels like top level shampoo and the price reflects that.
    Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 2 Feb. 2024
  • There are bath bombs, lotions, foot soaks, shampoo bars, and more.
    Nicole Pyles, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Sep. 2023
  • The spray-on shampoo promises to clean a cat’s fur without rinsing.
    Cai Cramer, Peoplemag, 26 Mar. 2024
  • Here are the best shampoos for hard water, per experts and reviews.
    Emily Becker, Women's Health, 3 July 2023
  • Below are the best sulfate-free shampoos for every type of hair.
    Larry Stansbury, Essence, 22 Jan. 2024
  • For colored brunettes, blue shampoo keeps those caramel highlights rich and warm.
    Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 22 June 2023
  • So get your clicking hands warmed up, toss out the shampoo empties on the edge of the tub, and keep reading to learn more about these rare discounts.
    Jennifer Hussein, Allure, 24 Nov. 2023
  • Did shampoo explode from one bottle and shoot several feet in the air?
    Anna Popp, Travel + Leisure, 29 June 2023
  • But could anti-dandruff shampoo be a hack to prevent it?
    Korin Miller, Health, 20 Mar. 2024
  • And at the foundation of every ritual is of course a great shampoo.
    Essence, 26 Oct. 2023
  • The 10-year-old was then treated to another scalp massage before the shampoo was washed away.
    Escher Walcott, Peoplemag, 18 July 2023
  • Since dry shampoo is a styler, not a cleanser, the product stays in your hair until removed with shampoo and water.
    Erika Reals, Peoplemag, 31 Aug. 2023
  • Be warned that amenities are limited to a body wash–shampoo combo and a bar of soap, so pack your own toiletries.
    Stefanie Waldek, Travel + Leisure, 25 Jan. 2024
  • Each option features the best shampoo ingredients to get the job done.
    Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 2 Feb. 2024
  • So get your clicking hands warmed up, toss out the shampoo empties on the edge of the tub, and keep reading to learn more about these rare discounts, and prepare for the best hair of your life.
    Jennifer Hussein, Allure, 21 Nov. 2023
  • Here are eight of the best drugstore shampoos to consider instead.
    Elizabeth Robinson, NBC News, 27 Mar. 2024
  • Add this Olaplex shampoo and conditioner to the hair care routine to keep it healthy all through the drying winter months.
    Taylor Gumm, Rolling Stone, 25 Oct. 2023
  • Use it with a scalp scrub, detox shampoo, or your go-to bottle of co-wash for a luxurious head massage.
    Sarah Maberry, Seventeen, 27 Mar. 2023
  • Ideal for all hair types and textures, the gentle shampoo will nourish and cleanse your hair and scalp without stripping it.
    Toni Sutton, Peoplemag, 29 Sep. 2023
  • Robots can perform surgery, shampoo someone’s hair, read a mammogram and, of course, drive a car.
    Susan Pinker, WSJ, 22 Nov. 2023
  • This shampoo bar lathers and works just as well without the extra packaging and space taken in the shower.
    Taylor Gumm, Rolling Stone, 31 Jan. 2024
  • Virtue Recovery Shampoo Less breakage and more bounce is just a shampoo away.
    Katrina Mitzeliotis, Women's Health, 2 May 2023
  • Those wary of bee stings should also avoid strongly scented shampoos, soaps and perfumes.
    Aliza Chasan, CBS News, 20 Sep. 2023
  • Opt for a sulfate-free shampoo and conditioner to give your hair a thorough cleanse, too.
    Tish Weinstock, Vogue, 6 Feb. 2024
  • Many of these shampoos also have a bioactive complex that is really soothing for the scalp.
    Megan Decker, refinery29.com, 5 June 2023
  • Clean the inside and outside with simple dish soap or baby shampoo and water.
    Lindsay Tigar, Peoplemag, 12 Aug. 2023
  • All of our experts agree that hard-water shampoos should be used sparingly.
    ELLE, 24 Aug. 2023
  • At the Golden Triangle Shop, customers can bring in a jar or container to fill with hand soap, shampoo or loose leaf teas.
    Karen Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 16 Mar. 2023

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