Oily hair and oily scalp

Does your hair get oily quickly, sometimes just a day after washing it? Or do you see shine at the roots and your hair feels heavy and limp? Then you may have an oily scalp. This is very common and often has to do with how the scalp reacts to products, routine or sebum production.

How can you recognize an oily scalp?

Oily hair usually occurs not because the hair is “dirty,” but because there is a relatively high amount of sebum on the scalp. For example, you may notice:

shine or greasy appearance at the hair roots
hair that falls heavy and limp quickly
itching or irritation due to accumulation of sebum
flaking as sebum mixes with dead skin cells
the feeling that your hair needs a quick re-wash

What can cause oily hair?

Sebum helps protect the scalp. When a relatively high amount of sebum is produced, hair can appear oily faster. This may be related to:

strong cleansing shampoos that dry out the scalp
washing too often which can cause sebum production to react
stress or hormonal changes
build-up of dry shampoo or styling products
heat from hair dryers or styling tools close to the scalp
products such as wax, gel or hairspray at the roots of the hair

What should you avoid?

Some habits can actually enhance oily hair:

wash daily with strong degreasing shampoo
many styling products at the hair roots
using very hot water while washing
Using dry shampoo as a regular routine
scratching or rubbing the scalp hard

Natural products that may be suitable for oily hair and scalp

The products listed below are cosmetic care products intended to care for hair and scalp. They are not intended to treat or cure medical conditions.

A selection of products from De Natuurlijke Kapper Shop

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The products above have been selected for their suitability for oily hair and oily scalp. They gently cleanse and are designed to leave hair feeling fresh and airy.

Here's how to better control an oily scalp

With a few adjustments in your routine, you can often notice a difference:

For example, wash your hair with a mild shampoo every other day.
Only use conditioner on the lengths and ends.
Prevent styling products from getting on the scalp.
Use a deep cleansing shampoo occasionally to remove product residue.
Blow-dry at a lower temperature and not directly on the scalp.

When is it wise to pay extra attention?

Have it checked when you:

suddenly gets extremely oily hair with no apparent cause
see yellow, oily flakes (this may indicate seborrheic dermatitis)
experiences a lot of itching, redness or sensitivity

Conclusion: oily hair requires a gentle routine

Oily hair and scalp are often related to sebum production and grooming habits. With mild cleansing and a gentle routine, hair can often feel fresher and airier.

Do you suffer from oily hair that sags quickly? Choose a mild care above that may be suitable for an oily scalp.