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Hair washing with shampoo
This resource is for children and young people who want to get better at washing their hair.
This resource is ideal to print out and stick up in the bathroom.
For longer hair, you will need to use shampoo and then conditioner. For shorter hair, you may just want to use shampoo.
Here is a printable download wallchart to support hair washing
Get in the shower or bath and get wet.
Wet your hair.
Put a small circle of shampoo in your hand.
Wash the top of your head.
Wash the front of your head.
Wash the sides of your head.
Wash the back of your head.
Rinse your hair off until the water runs clear. You could use a mirror to check if all the shampoo is out.
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Please note: this is a generic information sheet relating to care at Sheffield Children’s NHS FT. These details may not reflect treatment at other hospitals. This information is not intended as a substitute for professional medical care. Always follow your healthcare professionals’ instructions. If this resource relates to medicines, please read it alongside the medicine manufacturer’s patient information leaflet. If this information has been translated into another language from English, efforts have been made to maintain accuracy, but there may still be some translation errors. If you are unsure about any of the guidance in this resource or have specific questions about how it relates to your child, always ask your healthcare professional for further advice.
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