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Courtney Pochin & Catherine Addison-Swan

Hairdresser warns of 'big mistake' people make when washing hair on certain days

Whether it's something we have to plan around work and hobbies or we're simply creatures of habit, it's safe to say that many of us are guilty of having a strict routine of washing our hair on the same days each week.

But while washing your hair regularly may seem like the best way to keep it in tip-top condition, there's actually such a thing as washing it too much, according to the experts. Ricky Walters, the owner of SALON64 in London where celebs including Nicola Roberts, Pixie Lott and Laura Whitmore have all had their hair done, warned that over-washing can end up damaging healthy hair.

The hairdresser to the stars has advised people to wait until their hair actually needs a wash to clean it, rather than simply doing it out of habit. Ricky told The Mirror: "It's incredible how many clients have a very strict hair washing routine where they wash their hair every Tuesday and Thursday without fail, completely ignoring any signs if their hair really needs it.

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