Different hair types have different needs, and some are more high-maintenance than others.

Those of you with short hair probably don’t have to bother washing it very often, while readers with long, luscious locks work hard to keep their prized ‘do looking its best (much of which takes place post-shower). As with most things, striking a balance is key — washing too often can dry your hair out while washing too rarely can leave it greasy and otherwise unkempt. No wonder so many folks are keen to chop it all off and not have to think about it.