How to Use Seasonal Wash Duo for Year-Round Hair Care
By Fellow Barber: Elevated barbershops and quality | Published: 2026-10-20
Category: How-to Guides
Learn how to switch between Fellow Summer Wash and Winter Wash as seasons change, so your hair stays balanced, clean, and healthy all year.
Quick answer
Use the Seasonal Wash Duo by alternating between Fellow Summer Wash in warm months and Fellow Winter Wash in cold months, adjusting your wash frequency as your scalp's needs change.
Why seasonal changes affect your hair
Your hair and scalp respond to the environment. In summer, heat and humidity can increase oil production, making a gentle cleanser the right choice. In winter, cold air and indoor heating can strip moisture, so a nourishing wash helps prevent dryness and irritation.
The Seasonal Wash Duo is designed to match these shifts. Instead of using the same shampoo all year, you switch formulas to give your hair what it needs when it needs it.
Trade-offs to keep in mind
Switching products means you need to pay attention to the season and your hair's condition. If you live in a climate with mild transitions, you might not need to switch exactly on a calendar date. Let your hair tell you: if it feels oily, lean toward Summer Wash; if it feels dry, use Winter Wash more often.
Also, the duo includes two full-size bottles, so you'll need storage space. But having both on hand means you can adapt quickly to unexpected weather changes.
How to use the Seasonal Wash Duo
- Assess your current hair condition: Before you wash, look at your scalp and hair. If it feels oily or heavy, your scalp is producing more oil, which is common in summer. If it feels tight, flaky, or dry, your hair is lacking moisture, which often happens in winter. Choose Summer Wash for oily tendencies and Winter Wash for dry tendencies.
- Wet your hair thoroughly with warm water: Use warm—not hot—water to open the hair cuticle without stripping natural oils. Hot water can dry out your scalp, especially in winter. Make sure your hair is fully saturated before applying the wash. Hot water can worsen dryness; stick to warm.
- Apply the appropriate wash: Squeeze a quarter-sized amount of either Summer Wash or Winter Wash into your palm. Work it into a lather and massage it into your scalp using your fingertips, not your nails. Focus on the roots, where oil and buildup collect. Don't pile all the product on the ends; the scalp needs the most attention.
- Rinse thoroughly and repeat if needed: Rinse with cool water to help close the cuticle and add shine. If your hair is very oily or you've used heavy styling products, you may need a second lather. In winter, a single wash is usually enough to avoid over-drying. Cool water rinse helps seal the cuticle and boost shine.
- Adjust your wash frequency seasonally: In summer, you might wash more often—every day or every other day—to manage oil. In winter, reduce frequency to 2–3 times a week to preserve moisture. Let your hair's condition guide you. Listen to your hair; adjust frequency based on oiliness or dryness.
Products in this guide
- Seasonal Wash Duo: The Seasonal Wash Duo includes Fellow Summer Wash and Fellow Winter Wash, each formulated for the way your hair responds to seasonal changes. This lets you switch cleansers as the weather shifts, so your hair gets the right balance of cleansing and conditioning throughout the year.
Seasonal Wash Duo
