The best tricks to care for oily hair

Hi friends ! How's it going? Here I am for another week 🙂 Today we have to talk about hair, specifically  greasy hair, to know how we should take care of it .

If this is your case, in this post you will find all kinds of tips and products so that your oily hair does not become a problem.

• Oily hair, why is it produced?
• How to care for oily hair
• The best products for oily hair

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Greasy hair

Why do we have oily hair?

There are many types of hair, but without a doubt oily is one of the most predominant. It is produced  by a very simple matter: the scalp has glands that produce sebum (the fat that protects the hair and keeps it healthy and healthy), but these glands produce more than they should. Specifically, our scalp produces 2 to 4 grams of fat (or sebum) every day.

Therefore, people with this type of problem have more matted and less shiny hair , and sometimes it can be accompanied by itching or inflammation of the scalp, among other things.

We already know that oily hair is caused by excess sebum, but what exactly causes this overactive glands? It can be due to several reasons, such as a hormonal imbalance, lack of B vitamins (specifically B7, specific for the functioning of the skin and hair), eating a diet that is too rich in fatty foods, suffering from stress or the abuse of products like gummies, lacquers or foams ...

In most cases, these hormonal imbalances respond to other problems and therefore cannot be avoided, but fear not: you can have perfect hair even if it has a tendency to get greasy. Next I explain what you should do.

How to take care of oily hair?

6 top tips

If you have had greasy skin and hair, you have to get used to the idea, because it is almost impossible to avoid it at the root, but it is easy to control its consequences 😛 For example, we can use a natural bristle brush, which distributes the fat evenly throughout the hair and can balance the small accumulations of sebum on the scalp and distribute it to the ends. This is how we help prevent mixed hair: greasy hair at the roots and dry at the ends, as Pantene explains.

Here are some tips and tricks to keep oily hair at bay:

• Dry the hair with the head down , as it helps to lift the root, separating it from the scalp, preventing it from getting dirty before its time.
• Don't touch your hair excessively . With your hands you will make the hair more dirty, since part of the sebum from the hands is transferred. In addition, it is convenient to opt for cuts and hairstyles that keep the hair away from the face (it produces sebum).
• Tints . This can be a good way to balance excess fat. They make the hair more porous, and therefore better accept the overproduction of sebum.
• Permanent. It is a chemical process that alters the internal structure of the hair: it dehydrates it. However, in the case of oily hair it can be of great help, especially when it is done only on the roots. By lifting the hair from the roots, it takes longer for it to get dirty.
• Reduce the use of fixing products . Gels, gummies and hairspray make hair dirty more quickly.
• Washing frequency. We have always heard that your hair gets dirty sooner if you wash it too often. IT'S FALSE. All specialists agree that hair should be washed as often as necessary. The hair does not produce more sebum if it is washed more. Therefore, you do not have to change your usual frequency. If you like to wash your hair every day, use mild, pH neutral products that do not alter the balance of the scalp. The more washes, the gentler the shampoo should be.

This is one of the most common doubts. How often is it advisable to wash your hair? Dr. Antonella Torsi, a professor of dermatology at the University of Miami, explains to Pantene that it is appropriate to do it twice a week . "You have to focus on the scalp," he explains. Also, remember that it is appropriate to wash it after physical exercise, since sweat can irritate it.

How should it be washed? Apply the shampoo directly to the scalp and massage it in, as this is the area where the most oil tends to accumulate. The most reliable indicator that your hair is clean is that the shampoo has formed bubbles or lather. Dirt and grease remove the foam, usually during the first lather ; so a second lather is recommended to clean the hair completely. According to expert hair doctors at the Pantene Hair Research Institute, you should only rinse your hair until you remove the shampoo. You know why? Because some ingredients are not activated until you clarify it. Who would have guessed it!

Contrary to what many people think, the conditioner does not make the hair greasy, but rather protects the hair structure and repels sebum . There is nothing to fear! To detangle without leaving a greasy feeling, apply the conditioner to the ends and work your way up without reaching the scalp.

What temperature should you use to wash your hair?

As the experts explain, it is best to use warm water , to be able to remove fat well, as well as traces of shampoo and conditioner, since cold water will not be able to wash away the traces of fat. As a general rule, it is recommended that the water is around 30 degrees . Of course, once the hair is clean we must rinse it with cold water (at about 20 degrees) to close the cuticle, add shine and help the hair last longer clean.

In order to control fat, Pablo Robledo, an expert at Pantene, explains this simple trick: incorporate two or three drops of natural lemon in the conditioner or mask.

The best products for oily hair

Masks, serums, revitalizers and shampoos for oily hair

Although our hair does not do its part, luckily there are all kinds of cosmetic products to help us with our untamed hair. If you have a greasy tendency, you will not be able to stop using these products, especially designed for this type of hair. This is my selection 😎

• Obelpikha Shampoo, from Natura Siberica . Its many natural ingredients contain keratin, vitamins and numerous active ingredients that are capable of nourishing and repairing the hair, while regulating the production of fat. All this with the softness that non-chemical products guarantee us.

• Elvive Extraordinary Clay Shampoo, from L'oreal Paris. This compound arises from the combination of 3 unique clays that absorb the oil from the scalp, purify it and provide the roots with a unique and lasting freshness.

• Fructis Pure Fresh Cucumber Shampoo, by Garnier . Fructis combines in its silicone-free formula, cucumber extract with purifying agents to fortify the fiber after each application and purify the scalp.

• Moroccanoil hair revitalizer . With this treatment, specially designed for oily hair, you will bring an infinite number of benefits to your hair. Helps revitalize the scalp, soothing and restoring balance.

• Coconut Protein Hair Mask, by Montagne Jeunesse. With coconut extract that helps strengthen and give volume to our hair. Indicated for dry, oily or damaged hair. Before applying the mask we must clean the hair. For better effectiveness, we wrap our hair with the mask in a towel, for a few minutes, then we remove it with warm water.

• Botanicals Cilantro Serum, by L'oreal Paris . Thanks to the fortifying serum infused with coriander seed oils, you will achieve robust hair, without breakage. This product will strengthen your hair from root to tip. To apply it, you only need a few drops from medium to ends, to protect the hair from daily aggressions, and it is not necessary to rinse. With its fresh revitalizing fragrance and its packaging made from 100% recycled material (except colorants), you will enjoy the most natural in your hair.

• Strengthening hair mask Cashmere, by Ziaja. Thanks to its components, this product will provide you with great benefits such as vitality, softness and elasticity. In addition, if you have fragile and delicate hair, this component will give it the strength and shine it needs, preventing fragility.

So far my list of products for oily hair. If you want to see more, do not hesitate to enter the greasy hair category of.

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