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Look no further than your fridge for simple solutions to oily hair







100 years ago homemade remedies were the norm when it came to healing different illnesses and health conditions. In some parts of the world these remedies are passed down from generation to generation and they are used regularly for healing purposes.

Apart from using remedies for treating illnesses, people have also used homemade remedies for cosmetic purposes. Hair is one element that deserves special attention and special treatment.

Oily hair has always been a problem for many people and this is why there are a lot of simple homemade remedies that have been used in different cultures for treating this condition. This is a list of the most effective remedies for oily hair.

1. Egg yolk and honey, an ancient cure for hair issues

This is a well-known remedy in many parts of Europe and people have been using it for centuries to treat oily hair and hair loss. It can have an amazing regenerating effect on your hair and many people have been surprised by how well this

Herbal treatments for oily hair

Herbal remedies have been used with great success for thousands of years. When we discuss hair, we discuss beauty so it is only natural that there are quite a lot of herbal treatments for different kinds of hair problems.

When treating an oily hair condition it is first necessary that you identify the cause, nonetheless a herbal remedy offers a natural solution to any hair problem.

Herbal treatments are inexpensive and easy to prepare at home. They can be used for oily hair even if the cause is hormonal because they have a long-lasting effect on your hair.

There are 5 herbal remedies that you can prepare at home and use for your oily hair condition.

1. Nettle extract can do wonders for oily hair

Nettle extract has been used in Europe for more than 2000 years. It is very useful for a wide number of health conditions but it is especially used for obtaining healthy hair. Some of the effects that nettle can have on your scalp and hair:

• Nettle improves circulation

Miracle clay hair masks!

Clay is one of nature's most precious gifts and it's no wonder that mankind has been using clay for thousands of years, especially for face and hair. Clay is unbeatable when it comes to being a remedy for health and beauty. It has been successfully used for treating many health conditions, ranging from ulcer to kidney problems to hypertension. It is a panacea or universal remedy that can help people regain health and fight disease.

As for cosmetic use, clay has been used for centuries as a facial mask that helps eliminate acne and make the skin soft and radiant. Ancient Egyptian queens used it all over their body and it is said that this was one of their most guarded beauty secrets. In Africa, it was used to sterilize water due to its very powerful absorbent property.

Clay can also be used as a hair mask to treat oily hair and other hair conditions like hair loss, or just to make hair more healthy and glowing.

What effects does clay have on oily hair?

• Clay absorbs

Maintaining healthy hair is not only an image issue but it is also a health issue. Having nice and strong hair reflects inner health and it is a sign of fertility and youth in many cultures.

Having oily hair can be an unpleasant issue for both men and women, but it is only the effect of having an oily scalp skin. Although the cause of oily hair and skin is usually of genetic origin, there can be a number of factors that influence the production of excess sebum (skin oil). Sebum is supposed to protect, nourish and hydrate the skin by delivering antioxidants and antimicrobial nutrients, but when it is produced in excess it can cause problems for your skin and hair.

Excess oil on the scalp skin can lead to having very greasy hair that needs constant washing. This leads to a vicious circle and it makes the problem worse in time. Here are the main causes for having oily hair:

1. Genetic predisposition plays a big part when dealing with oily hair

The skin can be

Having a Bad Hair Day??












It is a known fact that one in four women has oily hair. Oily hair is a nuisance and using the wrong hair products and hair styles can only make the matter worse. However, oily hair can be managed and there are some small secrets to styling oily hair that can give great results. Apart from trying homemade remedies and herbal treatments you can try the following tricks.

1. Shampooing and hair products

When we think about hair, we think shampoo. This is the most used product for hair but have you ever wondered if shampoo can actually make hair oily? It can. Although the hair is clean and shiny after you wash it, there is an invisible residue on your scalp and hair left by your shampoo and conditioner. The first rule for oily hair is to never use conditioner on your hair roots but only on the tips of your hair if necessary.

As for shampoo use a clear one that has less chemicals or one that has herbal extracts like nettle or sage shampoo. Wash your hair gently and don't

Medicinal shampoos - when and how to use them


















The use of shampoo as a hair cleanser started in the 1970s. Before this, people used different kinds of soaps, baking soda, vinegar and a number of herbal infusions for cleaning their hair.

Medicinal or medicated shampoos contain an active chemical ingredient that treats certain scalp skin issues. Since there are numerous causes for having an oily hair condition, it is best to identify the main one before opting for a medicated shampoo. It is also best to make an appointment with a dermatologist that can properly diagnose the problem and recommend an adequate medicinal shampoo. The ingredients in such shampoos can be very powerful and can cause skin problems if not used properly.

Oily hair and dandruff

When an oily hair problem is accompanied by dandruff and itchiness, it can be caused by a fungus named Malassezia furfur that feeds on your skin oil. This fungus is normally present on the scalp skin, but for some people it can become overactive and cause flaking and

People that have oily hair usually have an oily skin problem as well. This happens when the problem is hormonal due to a genetic predisposition or from living an unbalanced life that causes raging hormones. Oily hair is actually caused by oily scalp skin, but sometimes you facial skin can also be very oily and prone to acne. So when you apply some remedies for oily hair, it would be good to also take care of your oily skin.

Oily skin happens when your skin glands produce more sebum than it should be normal. Although it is known that oily skin ages beautifully and stays free of wrinkles for a long time, it can also be an inconvenience. Having a shiny face, and sometimes acne, is not anybody's idea of beautiful skin. The same goes for oily and sticky hair.

If you are a teenager or if you are pregnant, you should also know that oily skin is caused by the changes in hormonal activity. That being said, you still need to treat the problem

Oily hair can lead to hair loss!









Hair loss, clinically known as Alopecia is a condition that affects many men and women. Hair loss can be caused by a number of factors. Men that experience pattern hair loss have a genetic predisposition but alopecia can also be triggered by androgen hormones in both men and women.

Lack of necessary nutrients like iron and essential fatty acids, can also lead to excessive hair loss. The other important factor to consider is an oily hair condition that must not be ignored by people suffering from hair loss.

Hair-growth stages

Firstly, it is important to note that your hair has different growing stages that determine which hairs fall out and which ones continue their growth. There are 3 hair-growth stages:

• Anagen phase - this one lasts from 2 to 6 years and it is the active growing phase of hair. Approximately 80% of your hair is in this phase.
• Catagen phase - lasts about 2 weeks and it is a transitional phase when the hair follicle prepares for the last phase.