Tricks to end oily hair once and for all

Goodbye to greasy hair

If you are tired of your hair being clean for a short time, don't be overwhelmed, because we have all the keys so that your oily hair always looks clean, loose, silky and with volume.

Oily hair: why?

Fat is responsible for preventing dryness and protecting the skin and scalp from external aggressions. But there are cases in which the sebaceous glands are more active than normal and leave the hair more unctuous, straight and matted. To end this unpleasant problem it is very important that your washing routine is correct.

Brush your hair before washing it

Brush hair before washing

Put your head down and pass the brush to remove any residues of pollution or fixing products. It is a trick that works very well to improve the washing of any hair, but especially indicated in the case of oily hair.

Termix 80s racket brush, € 10.50

Oily hair shampoo

Choose a specific shampoo for oily hair, as its ingredients deep-cleanse and help regulate sebum secretion, while adding volume.

Maxi.Wash detox shampoo by Kevin.Murphy, € 24.50

Sulfate-free shampoo for oily hair

Note that the package says that it does not contain sulfates. These ingredients aggressively cleanse the hair, washing away the natural oils that our hair needs, which forces the sebaceous glands to produce more sebum. In these cases, natural cosmetics are a great ally.

Harmony Shampoo, with nettle, aloe vera and tea tree, € 13.50

With soothing and refreshing ingredients

Many oily hair have irritation and itchiness problems. In these cases it is very important that they contain soothing active ingredients such as aloe or refreshing agents, such as grapefruit, which is the star ingredient in this shampoo.

Refreshing Detox Shampoo by Freshly Cosmetics, € 14

How to wash oily hair

The water should be warm, because very cold does not help to remove grease or product residues. And if it is very hot, it will open the cuticle excessively and spoil the hair. Ah! And think that very hot water, like rubbing it very hard when you wash it, also stimulates an overproduction of fat.

Exfoliate the scalp

If we exfoliate our face and body, why not exfoliate our scalp, which is also skin after all? With this gesture, we remove sweat, dead cells, traces of pollution, fixing products … and allow the scalp to oxygenate. There are gentle hair scrubs, like this one, that can be used once a week, before shampooing.

Yves Rocher Detox Hair Scrub, 5

Space the frequency of washes

The more washes, the more fat the hair generates. You can do it every two or three days. Although if you need "urgently" to wash it, because it begins to look too unctuous, an excellent solution is to use dry shampoo between one wash and the other.

Klorane Nettle Dry Shampoo, € 11.66

Clean your combs and brushes

It seems like a no-brainer, but many people take a long time to clean them and when they detangle or comb their hair on a daily basis, they transfer the dirt from the brushes or combs to their hair.

Oily hair and conditioner?

It is not necessary that you do without the conditioner, because it helps you keep your hair hydrated. But yes, choose it light and rinse abundantly so that the hair is not caked.

ICON Awake Detox Conditioner, € 24

Cut yourself and don't touch your hair so much

Are you one of those who twists the ends of your hair or does not stop pushing your bangs away? Touching your hair continuously is a gesture that dirties your hair more quickly. Try to avoid it as it is one of the 18 habits that damage your hair without realizing it.

Ally yourself with the collected

A good solution to avoid touching your hair so much is to collect it in a ponytail, braid or bun, whether you are at home or if you go out. The collected hair is very fashionable and allows you to change your look every day. Take a look at the prettiest hairstyles of the season.

Mask for oily hair?

You don't necessarily have to go beyond masks, because there are specific ones for oily hair. Enriched with clays and citrus ingredients that purify and repair hair with a high level of oil and impurities. Applied once every 7-10 days, hair is softer and looser. We know which mask is best for your hair type.

Kativa Oil Control Deep Treatment, € 10.15

Only mid to ends

Both masks and conditioners should not touch the roots. Apply these products only from medium to ends and, after the exposure time indicated on the container, rinse for a long time so as not to leave any traces on the hair.

Have you tried clay?

Clay pre-shampoo treatments purify roots and regulate oil secretion. They are special masks with a detox effect, ideal for people whose hair tends to get greasy quickly, while the ends are dry. The clay gently purifies the scalp, while keeping the ends hydrated.

Avoid using hair dryers and irons daily

The heat favors the production of sebum. But, in addition, many greasy hairs have dry ends and, you know, the abusive use of a hairdryer, iron or tweezers dehydrates them even more. If you have to resort to one of these tools yes or yes to tame your hair, first use a thermal protection spray and follow these tricks to use the irons and keep your hair healthy.

How to train your hair to be less greasy

In addition to all these tricks and habits, take note of this 5-day routine with which you will make your hair stay clean for more days. Don't run yet, take a look at the gallery and you will see that if you follow the step by step, you will notice the difference.

Greasy hair? Don't put your hands on your head. And we mean it literally, because touching your hair too much aggravates the problem. If you are tired of your hair being clean for a very short time, do not worry, because we have all the keys so that your hair always looks clean , loose, silky and with volume, Ah! And one of them, surprisingly, is not washing your hair anymore.

Find out why …. Your hair will change and your life will change, because it will stop putting you in trouble.

Why do I have oily hair?

One hair is not oilier than another because it is washed more or less. It all resides in the functioning of the sebaceous glands, which are found in the skin and also in the hair. The sebum accumulated on the scalp is produced naturally by waxes and neutral fats, with "oily" properties.

Sebum is necessary for our body, as fat is responsible for preventing dryness and protecting the skin and scalp from external aggressions . But there are cases - in many of them it has to do with hormones - in which the sebaceous glands are more active than normal and can produce excess fat.

This dirties the hair and scalp, leaving it shinier, more unctuous, and looking straighter and matted. A dirty feeling that is not pleasant for people with a tendency to oily hair.

Oily hair: solutions

Brush your hair before washing it. Put your head down and brush to remove any residue. It is a trick that works very well to improve the washing of any hair, but it is especially indicated in the case of oily hair.
Choose the right shampoo for oily hair. Choose a specific shampoo for greasy hair - its ingredients help regulate sebum secretion, while adding volume - or put in a container that does not contain sulfates. Sulfates are detergent ingredients that aggressively cleanse the hair, taking away the natural oils that our hair needs, which forces the sebaceous glands to produce more sebum.
The water, neither too cold nor too hot. The water should be warm, because very cold does not help remove grease or product residue. And if it is very hot, it will open the cuticle excessively and spoil the hair. Remember that very hot water also stimulates an overproduction of fat.
Don't rub your hair excessively . A gentle wash accompanied by circular movements with the fingertips is recommended. If you rub hard, with the idea that it is cleaner, the only thing that is achieved is to favor the production of more sebum.
Conditioner yes, but light . You don't need to do without it, because it helps you keep your hair hydrated. To avoid greasing it too much and reducing its volume, try not to touch the roots. Use it only from medium to ends and rinse with plenty of water so that there are no traces that can weigh down the hair.
Space the frequency of washes . The more washes, the more fat the hair generates. You can do it every two or three days. If you need to wash it "urgently", you can use dry shampoo between one wash and another.
Try not to use too many fixing products . Lacquers, waxes, gummies … Although they help your hairstyle to remain immovable for longer, they end up dirtying the hair fibers more.
Exfoliate the scalp. If we exfoliate our face and body, why not exfoliate our scalp, which is also skin after all? With this gesture, we remove parabens, silicones, sweat, dead cells, traces of pollution and fixing products. All this causes the hair bulb to become clogged and oxygen does not reach it, which leads to dandruff, hair loss or oil problems. There are specific gentle hair scrubs, which can be used once a week, before shampooing.
Try clay treatments. You can also use pre-shampoo treatments that purify the roots and regulate oil secretion, allowing the washes to be spaced for 3 days. They are special masks with a detox effect, ideal for people whose hair tends to get greasy quickly, while the ends are dry. The clay gently purifies the scalp, while keeping the ends hydrated.
Clean your combs and brushes. It seems like a no-brainer, but many people take a long time to clean them and when they detangle or comb their hair on a daily basis, they transfer the dirt from these items to their hair.

Clara trick

How to use dry shampoo

Separate the hair by strands, spray the shampoo about 20-30 centimeters away at the roots, not at the ends. Let it act for 2 minutes, while you gently massage the hair as if you were washing it. Afterward, brush it thoroughly to remove residue.

Shampoo for oily hair: how to choose the best one

Horse chestnut helps control fat; maleluca and nettle have an astringent and antibacterial effect; the essential oil of peppermint helps to balance the scalp and the natural menthol has a great calming effect, being especially indicated in the most sensitive scalps. The effect of the latter makes it possible to reduce irritations and the characteristic redness of oily hair.

Oily hair: mistakes

Touching your hair continuously. It is a gesture that dirties the hair more quickly. To avoid this, use easy updos, such as pigtails or bows (very fashionable).
Too fatty foods. Margarines, cold cuts, sauces … could be contributing to an excessive production of sebum in your hair. Now, after the Christmas holidays, it may be a good idea to follow a detox plan for your skin and hair.
Use a hairdryer and / or irons daily. The heat favors the production of sebum. But, in addition, many greasy hairs have dry ends and, you know, the abusive use of a hairdryer, iron or tweezers dehydrates them even more.