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Step 1
Hair hygiene is important if you have an oily hair problem. Wash your hair frequently and use a shampoo that does not contain substances which will leave residue in the hair shaft or scalp. If you have very oily hair, wash it twice in sequence with a rinse in between.
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Step 2
Be careful of the types of hair products you use. Hair sprays, gels and mousses will increase oiliness in the hair and scalp quicker.
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Step 3
Stimulating the scalp with a scalp massage or brushing the hair frequently will trigger the oil glands to produce more oil from the shaft. Comb your hair and wear a style that won't need constant brushing, for example, a ponytail or a bun.
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Step 4
Avoid using hair conditioners, as this will make the hair more oily. If you need to use hair conditioner, coat only the ends of the hair and not the scalp or hair roots.
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Step 5
Lemon juice is a useful way to reduce oiliness. Squeeze two lemons and mix the juice with distilled water to make a hair rinse.
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Step 6
Look at your diet and lifestyle. What you put in your body will have external effects, so maintain a healthy and balanced diet and exercise regularly. Reduce stress in your life. Stress causes the increased production of androgens in the body, which in turn increases oil production.
