I’m serious. Your pillowcase is a flake farm. Fabric softener residue, dust mites, and leftover shampoo can all end up on your pillow, then back on your scalp. Change your pillowcase twice a week. Use a gentle, fragrance-free detergent.
Also, stop using fabric softener on towels. It coats the fibers and prevents drying. Yes, that’s a rabbit hole, but your scalp lives in that rabbit hole.
One Weird Trick That Actually Works
Try a cool water rinse after your final shampoo. It shocks the hair cuticles closed and locks in moisture. You’ll feel like a polar bear, but your flakes will retreat in confusion. And it’s free.
