FIRSTLY, WHAT CAUSES GREASY HAIR ?

The culprit is sebum- or to be precise- an imbalance in the natural production of sebum. Genetics, hormonal changes, or even stress can all affect production.  

Each hair follicle is linked to a sebaceous gland, which secretes sebum, a complex mixture of fatty acids, sugars, waxes, and other natural compounds. These form the hair’s hydrolipidic film- essential protection against water evaporation. 

So don’t hate too much on sebum as it actually protects and strengthens the hair and keeps it shiny and lustrous. 

But when there’s too much of a good thing, your hair looks slick and greasy.  

WHY IS MY HAIR OILY AFTER ONLY 1 DAY ?

Like we said, genetics, hormones and stress all play a part as well as your hair type and external factors. 

Course or textured hair may still look fresh after a week, while fine hair may be oil soaked in a day.  

If your hair greasy, it’s tempting to wash your hair daily but over-washing can strip the hair of its natural oils and stimulate the scalp to produce EVEN MORE sebum to compensate- not the outcome you were looking for (amirite?). 

So slow down on those washes and space them out! If you normally wash your hair everyday, it will take time for your scalp to adjust. If the thought of those inbetween days is already stressing you out, we have options!  

BREAK THE DAILY WASH CIRCLE ?

The final goal should be to be able to go 48 hours (check) or even three days between shampoos. Dry shampoos are an essential part of the arsenal! While all dry shampoos will absorb excess oil, the addition of organic nettle in this Klorane dry shampoo will actually help in your quest to regulate oil production, buying you another day away from the shampoo bottle. 

SET CONDITIONS ON YOUR CONDITIONER 

Do you run out of conditioner faster than shampoo? Not a great sign for saying goodbye grease! Conditioner should be used sparingly on oily hair and only on the ends. If it’s detangling you need, brush your hair well before jumping into the shower as wet hair is much more fragile than dry. 

_{*Instrumental measurement – 33 subjects applied product once a week for 21 days.}  

_{1: According to the international OECD 301B standard. 2:Free from animal-origin ingredients.**reduction in weight of packaging vs one 400ml shampoo”}