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Oily scalp

Scalp oil can make fine hair look flat. Here is how to wash for it.

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Oil and fine hair

Oil at the scalp can make fine hair look greasy and flat.

Wash as often as you need

The AAD says that if you have straight hair and an oily scalp, you may want to shampoo every day.

Focus on the scalp

Work shampoo into the scalp with your fingertips, not your nails. Let the rinse clean the lengths.

Keep heavy products off the roots

Conditioner, oils, and creams near the scalp add to the oil. Keep them on the ends.

When oil comes with other signs

Flaking, itching, redness, or scaling may be a scalp condition. Shampoo for oily hair does not treat scalp disease.

FAQ

Should I use a shampoo for oily hair?

"For oily hair" is the brand's description. Washing as often as your scalp needs is AAD guidance.

Does dry shampoo make my scalp oilier?

We make no such claim. It does not clean the scalp, so wash regularly.

See a doctor or dermatologist about scalp conditions, hair loss, or sudden thinning.

General information, not medical advice. Patch test new hair products, keep them out of your eyes, and stop use if irritation occurs. See a doctor or dermatologist about scalp conditions or hair loss.

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How often to wash your hair

Based on your scalp.

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Dry shampoo

How to use it, and its limits.

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Sulfate-free shampoo

What sulfates do, and who skips them.

Between washes