The Abbey Yung method: the haircare routine that (maybe) will save your hair Can we trust it?
The world of haircare is full of absurd rules: wash your hair only once a week, never use supermarket products, and absolutely no silicones. Then Abbey Yung comes along and, with her method, brings a bit of common sense back. At its core, there’s no promise of magically repairing your hair overnight, but rather the idea of keeping it in the best possible condition through consistent, informed and adaptable care. Abbey Yung, beauty influencer and certified trichologist, built her routine starting from scalp health and damage prevention. Her approach is pragmatic and drama-free: silicones and sulfates are not the enemy, products are accessible, and washing your hair finally stops feeling like a moral issue. Here’s the Abbey Yung Method, explained step by step.
The Abbey Yung Method
Key principles: few rules, lots of consistency
The Abbey Yung Method is based on a few very clear rules, and that’s exactly why it works. Rule number one: wash your hair when it actually needs it. Rule number two: bond repair products only make sense if your hair is damaged, and they should be used mindfully, not in full panic mode twice a day. Rule number three: heat protection is non-negotiable, especially if blow dryers and straighteners are part of your routine. Here, hair health doesn’t depend on what you avoid, but on how consistently you do the right things.
The routine, step by step
The Abbey Yung Method includes eleven steps, but in practice only a few are truly essential. The rest are designed for specific needs or for those who want to maximise hair health without feeling guilty about every single strand. It starts with a pre-shampoo bond repair treatment, ideal for fragile hair: it should be used once or twice a week to prep the hair for washing, strengthening it without weighing it down. If needed, pre-shampoo oils can be applied about 20 minutes before washing to help detangle, soften and protect the lengths. The actual wash begins with a clarifying shampoo, at least once a week, to remove buildup and product residue. This is followed by a shampoo suited to your hair type, usually more gentle and hydrating. After washing, a post-shampoo bond repair treatment can be applied to towel-dried ends if the hair is damaged, helping to repair and reinforce the most fragile areas. Next comes the rinse-out conditioner, chosen based on your hair’s needs: a gloss for extra shine, a mask for deep hydration, or a repairing conditioner for dry, damaged hair. After rinsing, apply a leave-in conditioner and heat protectant, strand by strand, essential if you use a blow dryer or straightener, so every hair is properly protected. To finish, there are styling products and sealing serums (oils, creams or serums) to add volume, definition and softness. Finally, between-wash care: light hydration with serums or oils at night, heat protection if you straighten daily, or dry shampoo to keep hair fresh. The key concept is simple: you don’t have to do everything every time. The routine should adapt to your hair’s condition. Abbey herself changes steps and products based on how her lengths feel.
Pros and cons of the Abbey Yung Method
The Abbey Yung Method works especially well for those with high or mixed porosity hair, often damaged by coloring, bleaching or worn-out lengths. Damaged ends need targeted bond repair treatments because they are the most porous and in need of nourishment. Those with low-porosity hair can still follow the method without major risks, but may end up using products that are too heavy or ineffective; in these cases, it’s better to simplify and opt for lightweight formulas that won’t overload the hair. The strengths of the routine are clear: accessible products, easy to find, and effective ingredients. On the other hand, there are downsides: incorrect use of products can lead to buildup, using a detox shampoo every week may be too harsh for fragile hair, and too many bond repair treatments can be overkill. And, of course, let’s not forget that genetics play a role: following the method doesn’t mean getting Abbey’s exact hair, but it can help you bring yours to its full potential.
