Dealing with oily hair can be a frustrating and challenging task for many. Natural oils are essential in keeping your hair and scalp hydrated. An excessive amount of it can leave your hair looking and feeling greasy. Let’s uncover five prime ways to combat oily hair and a solution offered at Peacock Nails that can help you achieve healthier, shinier hair that is more balanced and revitalized.
What Causes Oily Hair?
Oily hair has been the bane of many for decades. Excess sebum production is the culprit and is often caused by genetics, hormonal changes, stress, diet, weather changes, or even your hair type.
How Often Should I Wash My Hair?
When you suffer from oily hair, it begs the question: when do I wash it? Washing too often can strip the scalp of your natural oils, and suddenly washing becomes an issue. That removal of oils can incite your body to produce more oil to compensate, and it can even leave you with an even more oily scalp.
Try washing your hair with a good, reliable clarifying shampoo that removes build-up and is designed for your scalp and hair type. Consider purchasing a silicone scalp scrubber and gently work your shampoo in for a few minutes, incorporating it all throughout your scalp and rinse thoroughly. In between washes, use a dry shampoo made to combat oiliness for a fresh look.
How to Combat Oily Hair
1. Choose the Right Shampoo and Conditioner
When it comes to picking the right shampoo and conditioner for oily hair, look for ingredients like tea tree oil, salicylic acid, or even charcoal to help control oil production and keep your scalp feeling fresh.
Say no to harsh sulfates and heavy silicones. These ingredients can strip your hair of essential oils or weigh it down, making your scalp go into overdrive to compensate.
At Peacock Nails, our hair team is able to recommend products that may work best for you.
2. Brush Your Hair More Frequently
Brushing your hair with the right brush (we recommend boar bristle brushes) will help redistribute sebum evenly throughout your hair. Because the oil collects at your scalp and at the top of your hair, it needs to be gently smoothed around to your ends. If you feel like your hair feels a little greasy, take a few minutes to disperse it. Focus on getting it down to your ends, especially if they look a little dry.
3. Adjust Your Diet
If your hair is oily, consider making some dietary tweaks to support healthier hair. Opt for foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids, such as salmon and walnuts, and load up on fruits and vegetables packed with vitamins and antioxidants. Drinking plenty of water and reducing your intake of greasy and processed foods can also do wonders for taming oily hair.
4. Manage Your Stress
Stress not only takes a toll on your mental well-being but can also wreak havoc on your hair. Elevated stress levels can lead to an overproduction of sebum, the oily substance that your scalp produces. To keep your hair looking its best, practice stress management techniques such as meditation, yoga, or simply taking time for activities that bring you joy.
5. Stop By Peacock Nails for a Hair Refresh
At our Chula Vista location’s full-service salon, we offer scalp rejuvenation packages and our Head Spa service is chock-full of customized needs to keep your hair and scalp feeling fresh.
We’ll provide:
- A scalp camera analysis to identify hair concerns
- A deep hair and scalp cleansing with a mix of customized herbal remedies that will clean the hair follicles and stimulate healthy growth
- Shampooing your hair and soaking it in a healing herbal blend that is suited to your hair and scalp needs
- Finishing thorough hair rinse in a head spa bed
- A refreshing blow dry (styling not included)
By incorporating these strategies into your daily regimen, you can effectively manage oily hair and promote a healthier scalp environment. Remember, consistency and patience are key when striving for long-term improvements in oil control. With dedication and the right techniques, you can achieve luscious locks that are free from excess oil and full of vitality.
Contact us at Peacock Nails Chula Vista about our head spa offerings today. If you’re feeling unsure about your oily scalp and hair, our professionals will craft the right path for your hair health.
