It is dedicated to everyone who makes daily hair washing a routine. In this article, we have collected a few life hacks that will help you deal with the problem of excessive sebum production.
First, let’s find out what function sebum performs in our body. Sebaceous glands play a role in protecting the body from bacteria and viruses. They secrete substances that form an acid coating on the skin, which is a kind of barrier against microbes. Therefore, you should not perceive sebum as an enemy and try to get rid of it by hook or by crook. It is better to learn to interact with it carefully. And here are three non-obvious life hacks that will help you with that.
Use shampoo with gentle composition
You start washing your hair more often and it gets oily faster than before. This skin reaction may occur in response to aggressive detergents. Ingredients in shampoo such as alcohol or harsh surfactants (surfactants) also have the opposite effect. They not only thoroughly remove foreign substances, but also break down beneficial microorganisms that form a barrier on the skin. In response, the skin begins to rebuild its protective layer. Therefore, even more sebum is produced. Try switching to shampoos with a gentle composition without aggressive ingredients and see how your scalp reacts.
Add exfoliation to your skin care routine
Scalp scrubs and lotions help remove dead skin particles that prevent the active ingredients in the shampoo from penetrating better and increasing their effectiveness.
Use conditioner only along the length of your hair
Conditioner should be applied only along the length of the hair, avoiding the scalp. Conditioner formula is usually rich in nutrients and moisturizing ingredients, so using it on the roots of your hair can cause the hair follicles to become clogged and the scalp to become dirty quickly. Remember the main rule: shampoo is for the scalp only, and conditioner is for the length of the hair.
Source: People Talk
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