Summer can lead to greasy woes for your tresses. Rakhi Ahuja has some suggestions to breeze through
As a means to nourish your scalp and protect your hair, healthy hair produces a specific quantity of sebum or oil. Your hair type, hygiene practises and other lifestyle choices all influence how much oil you create. This natural oil can build up on your hair, especially at the roots, which some people find unappealing.
Continue reading if you think your hair is oilier than it should be.
Causes
The oil in your hair is an element of your body’s protection system for your scalp’s fragile strands. It combines with sweat and debris to coat your scalp and, on rare occasions, the top of your head. This is expected and, in most cases, unavoidable.
Washing your scalp frequently and thoroughly with a shampoo removes the oil and provides your hair with a fresh start.
However, some hair types are more prone to oil build-up than others. In less than 24 hours, oil can accumulate to a visible level. An oily hair day might be triggered by vigorous activity, abuse of hair products, or even stepping outside in high humidity or heat.
Provided below are some preventive measures and cures for days when your hair appears to be too oily.
HOW TO GET RID OF OILY HAIR
Condition carefully
Conditioner can make your hair appear oily and cause oils to accumulate more quickly. Only condition the ends of your hair, and make sure to rinse thoroughly.
Go natural
Straightening irons and blow dryers can help you achieve a sleek, flawless appearance. However, they can make your hair look greasy more quickly.
Allow your hair to air dry so that you can appreciate its natural texture. You’ll save time and money by spreading out your washes and avoiding heat damage.
Deep clean with aloe
This home cure is useful throughout the year and not only during the summer. Aloe is a fantastic hair and scalp mask because it absorbs excess oil, inhibits product buildup, soothes the scalp, and preserves the strands. You’ll have silky, healthy hair as a result.
Dry shampoo
In a pinch, dry shampoo can be a lifesaver. It won’t replace a sudsy wet wash but it will help dry up oils and make your hair look cleaner. Many dry shampoos have a fragrance to help with freshening.
Dry shampoos have the disadvantage of leaving a residue that can make your hair and scalp feel gritty and filthy. These also dry out your hair, so use them sparingly and thoroughly wash them out the next day to avoid irritation and damage.
Rinse with apple cider vinegar
An apple cider vinegar rinse, when appropriately diluted, can help remove product buildup, regulate scalp pH, and decrease frizz.
Shampoo with tea tree oil
Tea tree oil is an antibacterial that helps with dandruff, itching, and greasiness. To obtain the full benefit, look for a shampoo that incorporates tea tree oil as one of its active constituents.
Go for green tea
This nutrient-dense beverage is also beneficial for your hair. When applied topically, green tea extract has been shown to lower sebum production and nourishes the skin. Pick up a shampoo that incorporates it to make it easier.
Sweeten with honey
Honey has antibacterial and antifungal characteristics, it can help calm your scalp and prevent or treat dandruff if you’ve let the oil get out of hand.
Seborrheic dermatitis symptoms like itching, redness, flakiness and excessive oil production were reduced by a simple mixture of 90 per cent raw honey and 10 per cent water.
(The author is the managing director and founder of Jovees, a skincare, haircare and herbal beauty brand.)