What is oily scalp?
An oily scalp define as the excess oil that is found on the root of the hair on the scalp.
It is an inbalance of your body system cannot properly regulate oil production on the scalp and you often end up with matted hair near the roots for a greasy, oily look.
What causes oily scalp?
There are many reasons for oily scalp. Temporary oily scalp can be due to weather condition or stress however long term oily scalp can be due to nutritional deficiencies or problem in our body. It can signal an underlying health issue that should be addressed before it becomes a significant threat to overall health and well-being
Nutrition is what fuels the body. Optimum nutrition helps to ensure that all of the body’s systems work as they should. According to a nutrient deficiency symptom chart created by nutritionist, deficiencies in fatty acids and in Vitamin B2, also known as riboflavin, can directly cause an excessively oily scalp.
Nutritional deficiencies affects the hormone production and cause inefficiencies in other body systems affecting the performance of the scalp’s sebaceous glands. Seeking advice from a professional dietitian or nutritionist can help to resolve oily scalp stemming from this cause.
Traditional methods to solve oily scalp
Use lemon juice to apply on the scalp and leave it for 5 minutes before rinse it off.
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Instructions
- Extract the lemon juice from fresh lemons.
- Apply the lemon juice on the scalp and leave it on for 5 minutes.
- After which rinse it off with shampoo and water.
- The scalp will feel dryer however without the bad feeling of oiliness.
- Do not use conditional to soften the hair as it will agitate the hair follicle to produce more oil.