Complete routine to combat oily scalp and hair

Anyone with oily scalp and hair that gets dirty quickly knows how frustrating it can be to keep it clean and in order. But fear not! With the right routine, you can rebalance the scalp's sebum production and achieve light, voluminous hair!

1. Washing: choose the right shampoo

Washing your hair too often can stimulate excessive sebum production, but waiting too long isn't the best option either. The ideal is to wash your hair every 2-3 days with a gentle, purifying shampoo.

 What to look for in a shampoo?

• Gentle cleansing action without excessive foam
• Balancing ingredients
• Light formulas

In these cases, products such as Shampoo Capelli Grassi and Shampoo Lavaggi Frequenti are ideal.

2. Conditioner and Mask: apply only on the lengths

Conditioner is often thought of as too "heavy" and therefore unsuitable for those with oily scalps, but it's still very useful for keeping hair soft and silky. The key is to choose a lightweight product and apply it only to the lengths and ends, avoiding the roots, like our Balsamo Leggero with Quinoa Protein.

Then, choose products that, in addition to having conditioning properties, also contain purifying active ingredients, such as the Maschera Anti-Pollution with bioactive grape and apple hydroextract.

3. Alternative washes

In addition to washing with traditional shampoos, it's ideal to include alternative washes in your hair cleansing routine. Here are two excellent solutions for this purpose:

• Co-Wash Districante: a conditioner with cleansing properties, useful for both light cleansing and detangling. Since it doesn't contain shampoo's surfactants, it's very gentle and suitable for frequent washing. The perfect low-poo conditioner.
• Cleansing herbs: excellent for a super light cleansing, exploiting the power of plant saponins , they are the ideal example of a no-poo .

4. Drying: avoid excessive heat

Using a hair dryer on too high a temperature and too close to the scalp may not help (quite the opposite!) oily scalps. Therefore, if possible, let your hair air dry or use a hair dryer on a medium-low setting, holding it 15-20 cm away from the scalp.

5. Styling: no to silicones, yes to lightness

Avoid products with silicones and heavy oils that can clog the scalp. Opt for volumizing sprays and light-textured creams to keep hair in place without weighing it down.

6. Exfoliate your scalp

Just like any other part of the body, exfoliation is essential for the scalp . Sebum, dead skin cells, and styling product residue accumulate here, so it's necessary to do a deeper cleanse every now and then... especially if you have oily skin!

Using a pre-shampoo scrub once every 10-15 days is the perfect solution for a deeper detox and cleanse. The Scrub Capelli Purificante is just what you need.

7. Herbal treatments

Herbs are the perfect complement to a haircare routine ! Some, more than others, are recommended for rebalancing sebum production, as well as maintaining healthy hair.

In our line, for example, you can find Neem, Neutral Henna, and the Greasy Hair Treatment: a blend of plants specifically designed to counteract problems related to oily scalp and hair. Use them about once a month and you'll see a real change!

Conclusion

By following these steps, your hair will look fresher, lighter, and stay clean longer. The key, as always, is to use the right products , avoid washing too frequently, and maintain a healthy routine. Try these tips and say goodbye to greasy hair!