For too long, men’s hair care has been treated as an afterthought and reduced to 2-in-1 bottles and quick rinses. But scalp health, hydration, and simple maintenance are what separate a basic routine from one that keeps your hair looking clean, strong, and effortlessly put together. Whether your routine is one step or three, the right products can make all the difference.
What Is a Healthy Hair Care Routine for Men?
A good routine doesn’t have to be complicated; it just needs to be consistent. Every man’s foundation should include three steps: cleanse, condition, and protect.
Step 1: Cleanse
Start with Cécred Hydrating Shampoo, a sulfate-free cleanser designed for daily use. It’s a gentle cleanser that keeps your scalp and hair nourished and balanced. For men who use styling products or hit the gym often, use the Clarifying Shampoo & Scalp Scrub first, as part of the Cécred Double Cleanse. The exfoliating scrub is powered by fermented purple willow bark and tea tree to help lift sweat, product residue, and dead skin.
Step 2: Condition
Repeat after us: Conditioning is not optional! It's the foundation of hair health and manageability. Use Hydrating Conditioner after every shampoo to replenish moisture and support elasticity. For textured, longer, or dry hair, step it up with Moisturizing Deep Conditioner, packed with butters and oils to deeply hydrate and strengthen.
Step 3: Protect
Once clean and conditioned, lock in moisture with Moisture Sealing Lotion. Finish with a few drops of Nourishing Hair Oil to add shine and protect the hair.
What are the best Cécred products for different men's hairstyles?
Healthy hair starts with a healthy scalp. Your scalp is skin, and it needs the same level of care.
For short cuts or fades, massage a small amount of Hair & Scalp Balm into the scalp after washing to soothe skin and lock in moisture.
For longer styles or curls, apply Moisture Sealing Lotion on damp hair to hydrate, then layer Nourishing Hair Oil to add shine.
For anyone with thinning or tight styles, incorporate Restoring Hair & Edge Drops, powered by Biopeptide-5, which visibly improves hair density up to 1.5x.*
*3rd-party consumer study over the course of 16 weeks
How Often Should Men Wash Their Hair?
There’s no one-size-fits-all answer here since every scalp and lifestyle determines the ideal washing frequency. Here are some general guidelines:
- Every 2–3 days for most hair types.
- Daily or every other day if you work out frequently or have an oily scalp.
- Once a week for coarse, curly, or textured hair, with a focus on hydration between washes.
The good news: Cécred shampoos are formulated to cleanse thoroughly without stripping moisture, so you can adjust your frequency without disrupting your scalp balance.
Pro Tip: When in doubt, listen to your scalp. If it feels tight, itchy, or dry, space out washes and use Scalp Refreshing Spray between cleansing days for instant relief, and add Hair & Scalp Balm for scalp moisture.
Men’s hair care doesn’t have to be complicated. It’s about using the right formulas consistently, not more products. By building a ritual around Cécred’s clean, high-performing formulas, men can keep their hair healthy, manageable, and visibly strong. No shortcuts required.