🚨 What to Do About Greasy Hair?
Dr. Headshot is sitting in her car during emergency duty, happily slurping on a triple-scoop ice cream 🍦—when suddenly a radio call comes through:
“Dr. Headshot, we have a hair emergency on 21st Street. Please respond!”
“Roger that. Over!”
She takes a heroic final bite of her ice cream, turns on the sirens of her Headshot SOS Mobile, and off she goes: Wee-woo Hair Hair Wee-woo Hair Hair 🚑
Just minutes later, she arrives on the scene and immediately diagnoses the situation:
GREASY HAIR!
Greasy Hair – Now What?
Yep, we know it’s not the most glamorous topic—but hey, we’ve all been there. It’s nothing to be ashamed of. What matters is understanding why it happens.
Why does your body produce hair oil (sebum)?
Believe it or not, there’s a reason for the oil on your scalp. Sebum protects your scalp and hair from drying out and helps prevent dandruff. Bonus: it makes hair soft and shiny!
Common causes of greasy hair
Many people deal with oily roots because they wash their hair too often.
Daily shampooing disrupts the scalp’s pH balance and strips away natural oils—so your body responds:
“ALERT! We need more oil!” 🧴
Washing your hair every 2–3 days is usually enough. But it can take time for your scalp to adjust.
To extend the time between washes, try:
Dry shampoo
Wearing your hair up
A cute beanie or hat 😄
We asked our Instagram followers about this method.
📊 41% said it helped them wash their hair less often—some only wash 1–2 times a week now! That gives your scalp a break and your hair color lasts longer. Win-win! 🎉
But what if it doesn’t work for you?
Well, 59% said they didn’t notice a difference. That might be due to other causes, like:
Harsh hair products (strong surfactants, frequent bleaching)
→ Try switching to a mild, sulfate-free shampoo and avoid over-bleaching.Stress, poor diet, or medications
→ These can affect your skin and lead to oilier hair.Allergies
→ If in doubt, consult a dermatologist.
Even frequent brushing or touching your hair can transfer dirt and oil.
👉 Clean your brush regularly and wash your hands. Yes, really!
Oh, and don’t forget your pillowcases! Washing them more often can help both greasy hair and skin issues like acne.
Surprising triggers:
Hormones can increase oil production.
Wearing your hair in a tight ponytail all the time traps oil near the roots—it can’t spread out and just builds up under your hair tie.
🛠️ What helps with oily hair?
Start by identifying the cause. Then follow these general tips:
✅ Don’t overwash your hair.
✅ Choose gentle, scalp-friendly shampoos.
✅ Restore pH balance with a vinegar rinse (what’s that? We explain it in this post 😉).
✅ Try DIY treatments with chamomile tea or healing clay (available at most drugstores).
✅ Avoid silicone-based products—they can clog the scalp.
You see? There are solutions. You’re not at the mercy of your hair 💪 And remember: greasy roots are normal. We all go through it. After helping this patient, Dr. Headshot hops back into her SOS mobile 🚨—ready to save the day when the next hair emergency calls:
🎙️ “Dr. Headshot on duty—responding to the next SOS Hair Alert!” 💁♀️