There are three main types of hair, dry, normal, and oily. Unfortunately, you have no control over what type of hair you have, it’s genetic.
The good news is that you don’t need to put up with your natural hair, whether it’s dry or oily. There are several things you can do to make your hair less oily and allow you to create any hairstyle you like.
Understanding Oily Hair
It can help to understand how oily hair happens. Everyone produces a substance called sebum. It’s a type of oil produced by the scalp. The sebum moves across your hair and creates a natural protective layer. This helps to keep your hair healthy. After all, your hair does have to deal with a variety of contaminants every day and the rays of the sun.
Unfortunately, some people produce more sebum than others. When this happens there is too much of it on your hair and it will look oily.
Here’s what you can do to reduce your oily hair.
Shampoo Often
If you have very oily hair then you should shampoo every day. In some cases, you can even shampoo twice a day. It is a good idea to check the Oz Hair & Beauty range and choose natural products specifically designed for oily hair. These products will target the excess sebum and reduce its volume.
Shampooing and rinsing also washes away the excess sebum from your scalp, helping to keep your hair looking natural and not oily.
It is worth noting that the shampoo should be targeted at your scalp, this is where the excess oil is. Shampooing your hair, especially the ends, will dry it out faster than it needs to be. That’s why the right product is critical.
Brush & Clean
A soft brush, such as one with boar bristles, is very effective at removing the sebum from your scalp and gliding it down through your hair. It’s worth investing in a good-quality brush. But, you also need to make sure it is cleaned properly between uses. This will prevent the oil from sticking to the brush. When this happens it will be less effective at moving sebum and it is likely to introduce dirt and debris to your hair. That won’t help the oil look.
Avoid Touching Your Hair
It’s not just your scalp that produces oil, it’s produced across your body, including on your hands. That means, that every time you run your fingers through your hair, you’re transferring oil from your hands into your hair. In short, you’re making the situation worse.
Simply avoid touching your hair and it will appear less oily.
Avoid Heat Styling Tools
If you like to use your hair straighteners then you’ll be upset. It’s advisable to stop. Straighteners don’t just move oil down the hair shafts making them appear oilier. They also make your hair lie flattered against your scalp, boosting the appearance of oil and making your hair look oily. It’s time to look for a new hairstyle!