How to Use shampoo in a Sentence

shampoo

1 of 2 verb
  • We need to shampoo the rug.
  • She shampoos her hair every morning.
  • Put on a shower cap, go to bed, and shampoo the mixture off in the morning.
    — Dori Price, Good Housekeeping, 16 July 2020
  • Why does my carpet still smell like pet urine after shampooing?
    — goodhousekeeping.com, 28 Apr. 2023
  • The first step to care for hair that’s on the oilier side is to shampoo more frequently.
    — Julie Ricevuto, Allure, 17 Dec. 2020
  • For those ready to take on a full head of red, be sure to shampoo your hair less often, Bodt points out.
    — Devon Abelman, Allure, 23 Apr. 2021
  • Not shampooing your hair enough can also cause dandruff due to the build-up of oils and skin cells on the scalp.
    — NBC News, 17 Dec. 2018
  • After shampooing, leave it on for two to five minutes for best results.
    — Kaleigh Fasanella, Women's Health, 31 Aug. 2023
  • If the color looks good, rinse with warm water, then shampoo your hair and condition.
    — Maureen Choi, Glamour, 25 Sep. 2025
  • To use it, simply shampoo, towel dry and leave it on for at least 10 minutes.
    — Amber Katz, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Aug. 2021
  • These are only some of the questions that come to mind when trying to figure out the best way to shampoo curly hair.
    — Samantha Olson, Seventeen, 23 Dec. 2022
  • Try to shampoo your hair less frequently and use warm water instead of hot water.
    — Julie Ricevuto, Allure, 17 Dec. 2020
  • One had gone from serving mimosas to shampooing banquet chairs.
    — Maggie Menderski, The Courier-Journal, 26 Mar. 2020
  • Anna asks as her mother sits in the bathtub on a stool shampooing her daughter’s hair.
    — Lisa Kennedy, Variety, 31 Jan. 2026
  • Start by shampooing your hair as usual, then comb coconut oil through from the midsection to the ends.
    — Iman Balagam, ELLE, 31 Aug. 2023
  • And for those who shampoo in the morning, that means sacrificing precious sleep time to blow-dry.
    — Zoë Weiner, Teen Vogue, 12 Mar. 2018
  • This in-shower mask can be applied every few days after shampooing.
    — Theresa Holland, Travel + Leisure, 18 Oct. 2023
  • Most scalp oils are meant to be used as a prewash treatment, massaged into the scalp to loosen debris, then shampooed out.
    — Jamie Wilson, Harper's BAZAAR, 14 June 2023
  • Made from soft silicone, this massager provides a deep clean while shampooing.
    — Moriah Mason, Southern Living, 31 Oct. 2023
  • The hotel takes two days to turn over each room so that carpets and couch covers can be shampooed and there’s no lingering pet smell.
    — Kathleen Wong, USA TODAY, 3 July 2023
  • And most people cut down on shampooing due to the cold temperatures, which can also make flakes worse.
    — Jessica Cruel, SELF, 19 Mar. 2020
  • Leave it in for at least half an hour or overnight, shampooing it out and conditioning afterward.
    — Mark Gurarie, Health, 7 Oct. 2025
  • Could going 30 days without shampooing be the secret to healthy hair?
    — Danielle Sinay, Glamour, 15 Nov. 2023
  • To remove the mask, shampoo your hair, being careful to rinse thoroughly to remove all the oil.
    — Lauren Corona, chicagotribune.com, 11 Mar. 2021
  • Just smooth it over clean, damp hair for 10 minutes once a week, then rinse out and shampoo and condition as usual.
    — Alex Warner, Marie Claire, 24 May 2018
  • The shop specializes in shampooing and styling hair; no cut or color services are available.
    — Jane Morice | [email protected], cleveland, 25 Oct. 2019
  • The website says to use the hair perfector before shampooing.
    — Essence, 11 Jan. 2024
  • How to shampoo right A longer leave-on once a week might feel like an advanced move, but according to the Ki.
    — Ana Morales, Vogue, 4 Feb. 2026
  • Leave it on for thee minutes after shampooing for a lightweight conditioner your hair will soak right up.
    — Allison Young, Sunset, 22 Jan. 2018
  • Experts say most men and women should avoid daily shampooing, and should shampoo every three to seven days.
    — Grooming Playbook, The Salt Lake Tribune, 2 June 2022

shampoo

2 of 2 noun
  • Drug store shampoos get a bad rap.
    — Kaitlin Clapinski, InStyle, 18 June 2026
  • That was the case with shampoo bars, too.
    — Krysta Escobar, CNBC, 10 Feb. 2026
  • In this case, look for signs that the shampoo has gone bad.
    — Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 11 Aug. 2025
  • The best shampoos for curly hair aren't one-size-fits-all.
    — Aimee Simeon, Glamour, 7 May 2026
  • But there was no dry shampoo [designed] for on the go.
    — Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 8 Apr. 2026
  • People would show up with bars of soap and shampoo to wash there.
    — Hazlitt, 4 Feb. 2026
  • Apply shampoo to your roots, not your ends.
    — Caroline C. Boyle, USA Today, 20 Jan. 2026
  • Here are the best shampoos for every type of curl and styling need.
    — Katrina Mitzeliotis, Women's Health, 2 May 2023
  • Can dry shampoo cause buildup or excess oil?
    — Alanna Martine Kilkeary, Glamour, 29 Apr. 2026
  • Instead, opt for a shampoo for curly hair.
    — Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 20 Apr. 2026
  • Here’s how to cleanse your home with a handy bottle of shampoo.
    — Hallie Milstein, Southern Living, 16 Feb. 2026
  • What shampoo is best for thinning hair?
    — Rebecca Strong, USA Today, 16 Feb. 2026
  • What shampoo is best for thinning hair?
    — Rebecca Strong, USA Today, 3 Apr. 2026
  • There are bath bombs, lotions, foot soaks, shampoo bars, and more.
    — Nicole Pyles, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Sep. 2023
  • Curly hair shampoos range in price from $10 to $30.
    — Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 20 Apr. 2026
  • This curly hair shampoo works as a two-in-one to de-gunk scalp and hair of product buildup.
    — Nykia Spradley, Glamour, 30 Dec. 2025
  • To be clear, the best hair-growth shampoos are not miracle cures.
    — Iman Balagam, Vogue, 15 Sep. 2025
  • For colored brunettes, blue shampoo keeps those caramel highlights rich and warm.
    — Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 22 June 2023
  • Stick to regular pet shampoo for the task.
    — Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 9 Aug. 2025
  • Just take a squirt of shampoo, lather it up, and use it to scrub away tricky messes.
    — Hallie Milstein, Southern Living, 16 Feb. 2026
  • Use shampoo as a bathroom cleaner too.
    — Hallie Milstein, Southern Living, 16 Feb. 2026
  • Add dandruff shampoo to the shopping list!
    — Petra Guglielmetti, Glamour, 27 May 2026
  • Their lather of this shampoo is unmatched.
    — Essence, 24 Sep. 2025
  • The shampoo won't clean as well and can leave behind residue that makes your hair look dull and lifeless.
    — Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 11 Aug. 2025
  • Now the brand is tackling dullness in blonde hair with its purple shampoo.
    — Jackie Fields, PEOPLE, 1 Apr. 2026
  • An off smell also indicates that the shampoo has gone bad.
    — Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 11 Aug. 2025
  • Below are the best sulfate-free shampoos for every type of hair.
    — Larry Stansbury, Essence, 22 Jan. 2024
  • The shampoo feels like top level shampoo and the price reflects that.
    — Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 2 Feb. 2024
  • These shampoos, however, do not have to be used for every hair wash.
    — Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 26 Oct. 2025
  • Wash your hair with a gentle shampoo to clean and moisturize your scalp.
    — Essence, 15 Dec. 2025

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