There are many home remedies that claim to remove oil and grease from hair, but not all of them are effective. Learn more with our expert guide.
The type of hair you have depends on many things, including hormonal changes, stress, genetics, or it can even be due to a poor diet.
If your hair quickly becomes greasy after washing, you may suffer from oily hair.
Why hair gets greasy Scalp oil, known as sebum, is a natural way to keep your scalp and hair moisturized. However, oily hair is the result of excessive sebum production.
Oily hair can cause some problems: the accumulation of dirt and grease leaves hair dull and lifeless, and can prevent it from smelling fresh.
Excess oil can also affect scalp health, as it can break down into substances that irritate the skin.
Home remedies for oily hair There are some popular home remedies that claim to combat oily hair:
- Apple cider vinegar
- Black tea
- Aloe vera gel
- Egg yolk
- Witch hazel oil
- Honey
- Diluted beer
- Baking soda
- Coconut oil
Unfortunately, these kitchen ingredients are not scientifically proven treatments for oily hair.
Oily hair should be treated with the right cleansing ingredients to better remove the grease, oil, and dirt that cling to the hair.
The right treatment for oily hair We all know that water and oil don't mix. Using water-based home remedies for oily hair is very similar to wanting to wash a greasy pan without detergent. Water and oil don't mix, and the oil doesn't come off. A deep cleansing shampoo is the ideal treatment for oily hair.
Cleansers, called “detergents,” work by attaching to oil, dirt, and grease, and surrounding them with a water-compatible (hydrophilic) coating so they can combine with water and be removed when you rinse the shampoo.
Our Instant Oil Control shampoo with mango and citrus essence removes grease from hair and scalp so you can get a clean feeling right away, and at the same time ensures hair is 100% flake-free¹.
Also try Instant Oil Control shampoo to care for oily scalp: it has a fresh, energizing fragrance and leaves you feeling clean and 100% flake-free¹.
Learn more about oily hair
¹Visible flakes, with regular use
