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      National Eczema Association: “Seborrheic Dermatitis”

Is this an emergency? If you are experiencing serious medical symptoms, please see the National Library of Medicine’s list of signs you need emergency medical attention or call 911.

A greasy scalp could be due to dandruff, genetics, certain medication or other factors.

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Image Credit: Compassionate Eye Foundation/Gary Burchell/DigitalVision/GettyImages

  • Dandruff
  • Hair Products
  • Too Much Washing
  • Diet
  • Fluctuating Hormones
  • Hairstyle
  • Medications
  • Genetics

You can try other natural remedies for dandruff, too, like tea tree oil, apple cider vinegar and changing your diet. And you’ll want to avoid things that make dandruff worse, like washing your hair in too-hot water and using harsh hair products.

‌Fix it‌: Pay attention to your hair products. If you notice your scalp is slimier since you’ve been using a certain product, try switching it out to see if there’s any change in the degree of greasiness. And again, avoid heavy or overly moisturizing taming creams or conditioners that can weigh your hair down and accumulate greasy gunk at your roots.

And again, avoid heavy or overly moisturizing taming creams or conditioners that can weigh your hair down and accumulate greasy gunk at your roots.

‌Fix it‌: When it comes to maintaining a healthy amount of moisture in your hair and scalp, limit your lathering. Still, finding the perfect shampooing frequency for you may take some trial and error. How often you should suds up your scalp depends on several factors. First, your hair type and texture will play a part. For example, fine, straight hair tends to be greasier (more on this later), Dr. Geria says. So, in this case, several shampoos per week should suffice. Conversely, coarse, curly hair — which requires more hydration to stay healthy — may need one to two weekly washes tops. Other factors like how often you sweat and use hair products will also determine your shampoo schedule as well.

Still, finding the perfect shampooing frequency for you may take some trial and error. How often you should suds up your scalp depends on several factors.

First, your hair type and texture will play a part. For example, fine, straight hair tends to be greasier (more on this later), Dr. Geria says. So, in this case, several shampoos per week should suffice. Conversely, coarse, curly hair — which requires more hydration to stay healthy — may need one to two weekly washes tops.

Other factors like how often you sweat and use hair products will also determine your shampoo schedule as well.

‌Fix it‌: For a healthy head of hair and a stellar scalp, limit fried, fatty and sugary foods and pack your plate with lean proteins, healthy fats and veggies.

‌Fix it‌: While you may not be able to control your hormones, you can practice stress reduction strategies to better manage these hormonal changes and minimize their impact. Regular exercise, meditation and deep breathing are all effective ways to cope with daily stress and, in the process, possibly keep your oily scalp in check.

‌Fix it‌: “If you’re struggling with oily hair, regularly cleaning your hairbrush can be helpful,” Dr. Geria says. “This will get rid of any built-up products and dirt” that can exacerbate your greasy scalp situation, he says. And if you’re a hair twirler, try to tame the habit, as it can sweep oily sebum around your scalp and hair.

And if you’re a hair twirler, try to tame the habit, as it can sweep oily sebum around your scalp and hair.

‌Fix it‌: If you suspect your medication is making your scalp slimy, speak to your doctor who may be able to prescribe a lower dose or different drug.

‌Fix it‌: Though you can’t transform your hair type, you can temper the tendency for your scalp to become oily. Try Dr. Geria’s tips:

Wash your pillowcase regularly Clean your hairbrush frequently Avoid over-washing and over-conditioning Pick oil-free hair products Eat a nutrient-dense diet and limit fried, fatty and sugary foods

Try Dr. Geria’s tips:

  • Wash your pillowcase regularly

  • Clean your hairbrush frequently

  • Avoid over-washing and over-conditioning

  • Pick oil-free hair products

  • Eat a nutrient-dense diet and limit fried, fatty and sugary foods

       National Eczema Association: “Seborrheic Dermatitis”