Greasy Hair Combat Options

To combat excessive oils consider the following options:

1. Shampoo with lukewarm or cool water and avoid hot temperatures.

2. Use products that are advertised as clarifying or oil controlling.

3. Shampoo every day, if necessary, to minimize oil buildups.

4. Layer shampoo appropriately. Use oil removal products only on the scalp but layer moisture enhancing or body building products on the middle and ends.

5. Focus oil removal shampoo products only on the scalp area. Avoid applying to the middle or ends of the hair where natural oil is needed.

6. Never pile wet strands on top of the head. This can transfer oil and grease from the scalp to the rest or the hair.

7. Always finish each shampoo with a cool/cold water rinse which will help cut down on the natural oil production.

8. In between shampoo sessions, use cornstarch, cornmeal, dry shampoo or blotting skin papers to remove excessive oil that builds up.

Do not use talc, baby powder or related types of powders that can contain chemicals that can be toxic to the lungs.

9. Wear hair up and off from the face whenever possible. Skin oils can easily be transferred via the tresses to the scalp and vice versa. This only makes the situation worse.

10. Never brush hair other than to lightly style. Brushing hair can stimulate the sebaceous glands and carry excessive oils throughout the rest of the strands.