How can you tell if a coat needs conditioning to restore shine?

• A. Signs include dullness, dryness, frizz, and a lack of luster; coat feels rough or brittle
• B. Coat is bright and shiny
• C. Coat smells clean
• D. Coat is already smooth

Answer: (A)

Look for signs of moisture loss and surface texture. If the coat appears dull, feels dry, shows frizz, or lacks luster, and the hair seems rough or brittle, it indicates the cuticle is not lying flat and moisture is needed. Conditioning helps by adding moisture and smoothing the outer layer, which allows light to reflect more evenly and restores a glossy look. In contrast, a coat that is bright and shiny already has good moisture balance and a smooth cuticle, so conditioning for shine isn’t needed. A clean scent or being smooth without dullness doesn’t necessarily signal a need for conditioning.