Greasy Hair 101: What Causes Oily Hair and How to Prevent It
Greasy hair is the biggest enemy of a good hair day. Whether it appears hours after a wash or lingers for days, greasy hair indicates it's time for a cleanse. But frequent shampooing can damage the hair strands and hair color. Thankfully, there are ways to prolong your hair’s need for a lather-and-rinse action. Here's how you can manage greasy hair, extend your wash cycle and achieve healthy, refreshed locks with Redken's range of professional hair care products.
Common Causes Of Greasy Hair?
Before tackling greasy hair, let's understand the root cause of greasy hair. It's not just sweaty workouts or humid weather, although those can exacerbate it. Biology plays a major role. Our scalps have sebaceous glands that produce sebum, the natural oil that gives the hair shine. However, these glands vary in activity from person to person. Some can enjoy a sleek blowout for days, while others with "more active" glands battle with an oil slick within hours.
How Can I Prevent Greasy Hair?
You might be wondering, "Why does my hair get greasy so quickly?". While we can't alter how our sebaceous glands act, there are strategies to manage the situation. You can incorporate a clarifying shampoo into your hair care routine to remove all the dirt buildup, and grime and ensure a clean slate after every wash. Once the effects of this clarifying shampoo wear off, you can use a dry shampoo to deal with your greasy hair. You can even use your dry shampoo proactively, even when your hair does not feel oily. Don’t wait for it to get greasy. Pro-tip: Instead of spraying the dry shampoo directly on your hair, spray it on your hairbrush. Gently brush through your hair and then, blast it with a blow dryer to distribute the product evenly. A dry shampoo works wonderfully to prevent greasiness even before it appears. Need a quick fix? A stylish updo with a headband can buy you another day between washes by concealing the grease.
Redken Products To Prevent Greasy Hair
- Redken Hair Cleansing Cream
Maximise the effectiveness of each wash with Redken Hair Cleansing Cream. Used like any other shampoo, this clarifying cream removes product build-up, hard water minerals, excess oil and pollution residue in just one use. The result? Fully cleansed hair, free of grease and nourished.
- Deep Clean Dry Shampoo
Redken’s Deep Clean Dry Shampoo is the perfect quick fix to have refreshed hair without having to go through the traditional lather and rise action.
It is a high-performance dry shampoo that gives your hair a fresh and clean appearance for up to four days post-wash. Suitable for all hair types, it never leaves any white residue behind. For optimal results, ensure that you shake the can well and hold it about 10 inches from your head before spraying onto your roots. Massage the product into your scalp using your fingertips or a brush until it's fully absorbed. Don't wait for your hair to be greasy before using this dry shampoo. Instead, use it as a preventative measure and you'll appreciate the results on day three, four and even beyond!
By understanding the science behind greasy hair and implementing these tips and Redken's targeted greasy hair care solutions, you can achieve longer-lasting freshness and a healthy scalp. Embrace your hair type, take control of oil buildup and enjoy a renewed sense of confidence with perfectly manageable, beautiful hair.