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What Causes Oily Hair?
Reduce Stress
Stressingabout work deadlines?
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Woke up with oily hair?
Stressed about work deadlinesandyour oily hair?
When we are stressed, the body releases a hormone called cortisol.
Brush to Redistribute Oils
Brushing your hairis incredibly important, especially if you have oily hair.
“Brushing your hair can decrease the look of oily hair as it distributes the oils down your strands.
However, board-certified dermatologist Dr. Azadeh Shirazi advises that you shouldn’toverbrush your hair, either.
“Avoid over brushing.
This means consuming high amounts of these foods can wreak havoc on your scalp.
Consider Your Wash Schedule
Switch up your usual routine to avoid washing your hair every day.
“And use a dry shampoo in between washings to make your hair look fresh.”
Infrequent shampooing and single shampoos per shower can lead to improper cleansing of the scalp.”
it’s possible for you to determine which shampoo method works best for you and your hair.
Bowman suggests zinc-based supplements to help increase immune defenses and betacarotene to help skin repair more quickly.
Remember Fatty Acids
Essentialfatty acidsare a key component of a healthy, balanced lifestyle.
In turn, your scalp will producemoreoil, trying to make up for what was lost.
There are lots ofsulfate-free shampoosavailable, and they’re worth a try.
So be sure not to overload with thedry shampooon oily days.
Create a mixture of one part apple cider vinegar and eight parts water.
Similar to a hair mask, scalp scrubs are best for occasional use, up to once a week.
But, it has anti-androgen properties in the scalp which can help decrease sebaceous gland production over time.
It comes in a 1% OTC preparation or can be prescribed at 2%.”
Style Accordingly
Extra oil can also mean your hair has a hard time holding a style.
Bowman suggests using lightweight products that won’t weigh down your hair even more.
Apply a shine spray or definition mist to a brush or hands and brush the hair.
Dont apply it straight on the hair," he says.
If your hair is still giving you trouble, opt for a style that will stay in place.
Shirazi tells us, “Salicylic acid is your scalps best friend.
I favor theOne Spraywith 2% salicylic acid sprayed on the scalp 3 x a week.”
Try a Clarifying Shampoo
Clarifying shampoosare great for getting rid of dirt and excess oil.
“Oily hair is brought on by oily scalp.
The oils are produced from sebaceous glands in the scalp, and some people produce more than others.
The oils transfer to the hairs so we the greasy appearance.
Oily hair can happen for a number of reasons.
Dry shampoo is designed to help absorb oil in your scalp, which is a good, temporary fix.
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