Why did my hair become oily

Oily hair forces its mistress to wash her hair daily, which is not very convenient and does not have the best effect on hair health. Indeed, according to the assurances of professionals, the optimal frequency of head washing should be once or twice a week. But what if the law is not written to the hair? Why hair quickly becomes oily and how to deal with it - we will tell in this article.

What determines the oily hair

Probably, we will not reveal the secrets if we say that it is not the hair that is oily, but the scalp. But despite this, it is the hair that suffers from the increased secretion of the sebaceous glands of the scalp. Sebum in normal amounts is very beneficial for hair. It protects curls from the harmful effects of the environment and moisturizes them. However, excessive oiliness harms not only the hair, but also its owner. A hairstyle with such strands does not last long, dandruff appears, and the hair itself looks unkempt. Before treating oily hair, it is worth knowing the cause that created the problem. And right away we will make a reservation what problem fat content is. If your hair feels comfortable at the frequency of washing every two to three days and only then becomes oily, then there are no problems with it, this is normal and natural. If in the morning the washed hair looks as if it has not been washed for a week in the evening, it is time to take measures to remedy the situation.

So, the oily hair becomes abundant for the following factors:

• Hormonal disbalance... Therefore, very often the problem of abundantly oily hair arises in adolescence, when there is a surge in hormones, as well as during menopause, when the body is similarly exposed to hormonal changes. Most people whose hair is oily has a high level of testosterone in the blood, since it is this hormone that is responsible for the production of sebum.
• Improper nutrition. Salty, fatty, fried, sweet, alcohol and other junk food directly affects the amount of fat produced. Review your diet and try to refuse or at least reduce their use to little.
• Disorder of the digestive tract. An equally common problem in which there is an increased oily scalp. In this case, the use of fermented milk products will help, but it all depends on the type of problem. For example, with an ulcer and gastritis, you need to seek help from a specialist.
• Frequent and improper use of oils in hair care. Recently, it has become more and more fashionable to take care of oneself with the help of natural cosmetics and oils are the most popular. They are very useful, this is undeniable, but if they are used incorrectly, for example, take the wrong oils that suitable for your hair type, then they will only do harm. If your hair is naturally prone to greasy, and at the same time you also make masks, for example, with burdock or castor oil, then you should not be surprised that your hair has become oily too often. Before preparing oil formulations, be sure to check which ones are right for you and which ones are best to stay away from.
• Using too hot water to wash your hair. Proper washing involves using cool, slightly lukewarm water. When washing with hot water, the work of the sebaceous glands is activated and the hair becomes dirty in a shorter time. Also, try not to massage your scalp for a long time.
• Incorrectly selected care and cleaning products. Cheap mass-market shampoos work very aggressively and negatively affect the health of the scalp. They disrupt the lipid layer of the dermis and provoke not only abundant fat content, but also the appearance of dandruff. If you lean on such funds too often, for example, wash your hair with them daily, then the harm can even turn into baldness. Therefore, be careful and buy products that are gentle on your hair.
• Have you noticed the habit of digging in your hair? This, of course, is good for the hair, because blood flow to the follicles is formed, which nourishes the hair roots, but this is what stimulates the work of the sebaceous glands and the hair gets dirty very quickly. And one more tip for those who have a similar problem. Comb your hair as little as possible, and in the process, try not to touch the scalp, working only with the hair.
• Neglecting hats in the cold season. The body is trying to protect itself by increasing the production of sebum, so if you want healthy hair, keep your head warm, but you should not be too warm.

These are the main and most common reasons why hair gets dirty and greasy very quickly. As is clear from the entire list, the bulk of the factors are eliminated quite simply, you just need to change your lifestyle or some habits. Only after that, you can restore the health of the hair, the dermis of the head and wait for visible results.

How to reduce oily hair

It is possible to reduce the fat content of the hair only by applying a set of measures; alas, one point is not enough here, so let's start in order.

Washing is an important aspect in hair care. After all, one wrong action will lead to the fact that the sebaceous glands begin to work more actively. Try to get over yourself and no matter what the temptation is not to mop your hair every day. Gradually increase the wash interval starting from one day. To make it easier to survive the withdrawal, you can use dry shampoos or even simple baby powder (this option may not work for owners of dark hair).

While your hair is washed frequently, purchase special shampoos that are designed for daily use and are labeled "for oily hair." In such instances, the composition is the softest and frequent washing will slightly harm the hair. The optimal frequency of washing can be called an interval of two to three days. If you use a balm, then, firstly, give preference to light formulations that do not weigh down the hair, and, secondly, apply the balm no closer than 2-3 cm from the hair roots, i.e. free the dermis of the head and roots from such a procedure. If your hair is very oily, then it is better to refuse from frequent use of the conditioner, using it no more than once a week. Finish washing your hair with cool water, or even better, if you first dissolve vinegar or lemon juice in this water.

Try to select oils for hair care especially carefully, but you should not refuse them. After all, there are those among them that not only do not provoke fat content, but, on the contrary, reduce it. These include lemon oil, ylang-ylang, fir, juniper and others. They can even be applied to the roots, but should be diluted in a light base oil to avoid scalding, such as in grape seed oil. If the rest of the hair is dry and requires serious nutrition and moisture, which requires the use of heavy oils, then during application do not touch the hair near the head, just like the dermis itself, but distribute the formulations exclusively over problem hair.

We figured out how to wash the hair, now it is worth voicing other equally useful recommendations that will significantly reduce the oily hair. For starters, don't get carried away with dripping in your hair. Firstly, the hands are dirty and stain the hair, and secondly, if you constantly touch the scalp, then the stimulation of the sebaceous glands will also make itself felt as oily hair on the same day. If blow-drying your hair, use only warm or cold air. The hot one melts the sebum and it spreads along the long hair, making it dirty quickly.

Try not to get carried away with tight hairstyles, but at night it is useful to braid curls in a braid so that they do not rub against the pillow and do not collect dust from it. Choose a comb made of natural materials, preferably wood or natural bristles. In winter, protect your hair from cold air and frost, and in summer from the scorching sun and hot air. Headwear and protective equipment suitable for the type of hair are used.

Masks for oily hair

• Take kiwi (it is better to take hard ones, they have a higher acid content), peel it and grind it into a gruel, or grind it on a fine grater. Pour in just a few drops of apple cider vinegar, mix and apply to hair, touching the hair roots. Comb your hair with a wide-toothed comb. After half an hour, the mask from the hair can be washed off.
• Dilute a couple of large spoons of the simplest potato starch with water to a gruel state, pour in a small spoonful of honey and the same amount of aloe juice. Knead everything and distribute over the roots and hair, leaving to act for forty minutes. Such a mask not only perfectly reduces the oily hair, but also gives volume, which is so lacking in oily strands.
• To reduce the oiliness of the hair, daily you need to rub a composition made from lemon juice (4 large spoons) and vodka (200 ml) into the roots.
• Beat one egg yolk and add a small spoonful of vodka to it. Rub into hair roots and distribute a little through hair, leaving for ten minutes, then rinse.
• Grind a couple of eggs with two large spoons of natural honey. Knead thoroughly and apply to hair under polyethylene and a cap. It is advisable to do such a mask at night, and rinse off in the morning, but if this is not possible, then apply the composition to the hair as much as you can, but remember, the longer the better.
• One very simple way to care for oily hair is to apply tomato juice to it for half an hour. It will be just fine if it is freshly squeezed nectar. Hair also needs to be insulated during this time.
• The simplest sea salt significantly reduces the activity of the sebaceous glands. It should be taken in a small amount and very gently, so as not to damage the skin, rub into the hair roots. This massage should be done for five minutes and then rinsed with water.
• In half a glass of not very fatty kefir, you need to add three drops of rosemary, citrus and bergamot oils. Stir and spread over scalp. Wrap your hair in a film and leave for half an hour, then rinse with shampoo.
• Add the juice of two garlic cloves, a small spoonful of lemon juice and a large spoonful of aloe juice to a couple of spoons of honey dissolved in a water bath. Knead everything thoroughly and apply to the roots and strands themselves, leaving to act for half an hour.
• Dissolve a couple of tablespoons of gelatin in half a glass of water and heat in a water bath until the powder disappears. Then put a small piece of rye bread crumb to the mixture, pour in a small spoonful of lemon juice and stir to form the consistency of sour cream. Apply to strands and leave for an hour.