Greasy hair is a very common problem, which can occur both consistently and periodically, also depending on environmental or physical changes or due to overly aggressive detergents and products in your hair routine.
If your hair looks dirty shortly after shampooing or if you have irritated , oily and weighed down scalp, the cause is most likely greasy hair.
Greasy hair is caused by excess sebum that forms on the scalp, also involving the hair, especially at the roots.
Excess sebum not only gives us a greasy appearance and dirty, heavy hair, but is also linked to the causes of excessive hair loss .
To take care of greasy hair, you need to implement a routine based on products without chemical and harmful ingredients, without aggressive detergents and surfactants. It is therefore preferable to use cosmetics based on natural and organic ingredients that can offer a purifying and rebalancing action, so as to eliminate excess sebum at the base, effectively acting on the regulation of its production.
Want to get a fresh , healthy scalp and hair, and a shampoo that lasts longer? Here are our tips!
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Shampoo
We often think that to treat greasy hair it is necessary to implement a routine based only on purifying treatments and use aggressive cleansers.
In reality, to care for greasy hair, it is essential to choose a delicate shampoo , so as not to attack the scalp which, often stressed by frequent and aggressive washing, is stimulated to produce even more sebum as a natural defense against overly degreasing products.
The shampoo suitable for the care of greasy hair has sebum-balancing, soothing and refreshing active ingredients.
You can alternate it with a purifying shampoo based on natural extracts such as neem, burdock and dandelion, with delicate surfactants, which will help you eliminate excess sebum and keep your scalp clean.
It can be very useful to use diluted shampoos: by doing so you will ensure that you do not attack the scalp, which would otherwise produce the rebound effect.
Here are the shampoos for oily hair that we recommend!
Balm
Even if you have oily hair, conditioner is a must in your routine: it will help you untangle your hair and prevent breakage. Apply it after shampooing, taking care to choose a delicate and light formula and spread it only on the lengths of your hair, without applying it to the scalp, so as to avoid weighing it down.
The conditioner helps restore the ph of the hair after cleansing, where detergents and water limescale tend to open the scales. After its use our hair will be softer and shinier.
Here are our favorite conditioners for oily hair, which give your hair shine and softness, without weighing down your scalp.
Specific Treatment
For the care of greasy hair, treatments with specific lotions are essential to rebalance the production of sebum and purify the scalp.
These cosmetics are very convenient to use, as they can be applied to the skin after shampooing, without causing any sensation of heaviness or grease. Massage them lightly with your fingertips until completely absorbed to allow all the active ingredients to penetrate well into the skin.
The most popular specific treatments for greasy hair have extracts such as burdock, neem, witch hazel and dandelion in their formula.
Try adding them to your routine to see great benefits in no time!
Scalp scrub
Scalp scrub is a treatment that should never be missing from any routine.
Using a scalp scrub in your routine for oily hair allows you to eliminate dead cells , impurities , and residue from styling products, allowing the skin to oxygenate and regenerate more easily by performing a deep cleansing.
You can also use it 1-2 times a week, depending on your needs. It is a highly appreciated treatment also because it has the ability to stimulate blood circulation and strengthen hair bulbs, offering you healthier and stronger hair!
These treatments also help you extend the time between shampoos and in many cases are a great alternative to shampoo.
On the market you can find mechanical scalp scrubs, which exfoliate thanks to microgranules, or chemical peels, which exfoliate thanks to their formula based on fruit acids and enzymes.
Chemical exfoliants are easy to use on the scalp, since they do not have microgranules . This makes them much easier to rinse and apply.
Try a scalp scrub now!
If you have greasy hair, no-poo washes, that is, those without surfactants, could be very useful. Find out everything in our guide to alternative washes !
Want to continue discovering our hair care tips? Read our articles in the haircare routine section!
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