You can train your hair to be less greasy quickly, here’s how

Whether you’ve always had oily hair or have become oily over time, it’s there ways to rebalance the scalp to make it more collaborative and above all less capricious. As ? Training it. Yes, you read that right, but there’s no need to remove the dumbbells…

Choose the right shampoo

If until then you would have been advised to avoid using sulfate-containing shampoos altogether, it turns out that some formulas, with a very limited and controlled rate of this ingredient are not necessarily harmful for the scalp. But be careful all the same! Because sulphates have the particularity melt fat present on the surface of the skin located on the skull a give us that clean feeling. The problem is that beyond a dose estimated at 4% iron sulphate, they can have a dehydrating and unbalancing effect, as Prudvi Kaka, scientific director of the DECIEM group explained:

“We found that 4% SLES-2 (iron sulphate) was just enough to provide adequate cleansing while maintaining softness and suitability for all hair types. »

Despite everything, it is still important to point out that such a low dosage is very rare on the market. Generally, the most common concentration of SLS and their derivatives in cosmetic products is between 10 and 20%…And since brands don’t always specify product levels in their formulations, it’s hard to get an idea. When in doubt, prevention is better than cure and bet on without sulfates time to rebalance the scalp. Because when it’s less dry, it produces less sebum…

Have you always had oily hair and think that sulphates allow you to purify your scalp? Think again, actually, they only make the process worse giving the impression to the contrary (these sulphates are malignant). In your case, it’s best to go for a sulfate-free formula purifying or balancing which will be much more effective in solving your problem.

Rub your scalp

Did you know that exfoliating the scalp helps rebalance it? Sounds a little crazy so yet! As we explained to you above, the scalp is the skin. It works just like that on your face. It secretes sebum and has pores that can become clogged with impurities, sweat, care residues and pollution. That’s why clearing it once a week is a great idea that we don’t always think about.

What if use your coffee grounds to get the job done sadly doesn’t give the expected results (generally doesn’t come off with rinsing and makes your bathroom a crime scene), there are great scrubs stocked for this effect in store and quite reasonably priced! On the other hand, if you choose a mechanical exfoliator, don’t scrub like your life depends on it. Just like the face, the skin of the scalp is fragile and asks for softness!

By practicing this ritual once or twice a week, dead skin and other impurities will disappear and your skin won’t have to secrete excess sebum to regulate itself.

Use dry shampoo to space out washes (but not too much)

The pace at which you shampoo is partially defined by your washing habits. The less you space them out, the faster your hair will become greasy. It’s that simple. And if it’s true that spacing out washing isn’t easy, especially when you feel that your hair really needs it, using dry shampoo can allow you to gain from one to two more days! But beware, beyond this time this product will be too drying and irritating in addition to the fact that it will no longer do its job properly. It will then be time to wash them with the risk of being counterproductive!

And if you’re thinking of adding a new layer of dry shampoo to the one you’ve already applied, we might as well tell you right away: you’ll create an unpleasant and visible film on your hair. Its powdery look will stand out on your roots and it may even feel itchy. In short, avoid.

Avoid hair dryers that are too hot

A too hot hair dryer is like hot water, dries the scalp by breaking down the hydrolipidic barrier and this causes it to produce too much sebum. At the same time, our skin is not made to be subjected to such high temperatures. As far as possible, therefore, favor a rinse with warm water (fresh is even better) and when you are at home let your hair dry in the air (or in the cold air of a hairdryer). In this way the skin barrier will be preserved and the scalp will not have to produce excess sebum to restore it.

Know when to consult

If you haven’t always had oily hair and this phenomenon manifested itself overnight without you being able to do anything about it, Consider seeing a dermatologist. Seborrheic dermatitis, eczema, hormonal imbalance, allergies or simply an unsuitable routine… Only he will be able to make a clear and reliable diagnosis of your problem. He can also give you a treatment adapted to the specific needs of your scalp and monitor the progress of your problem. You will also be able to ask him all your questions about it, which will allow you to better understand your needs and the procedure to follow.

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