Question 1

Does greasy hair cause hair loss?

Accepted Answer

Greasy hair and/or scalp can clog the hair follicles, cause dandruff with itching, dampen the hair growth and may also induce excessive hair loss

Question 2

Can I wash my hair daily with water only?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there is no harm in washing hair daily with plain treated water but prefer cold water. You need to check for excess chlorine or bleach in water which may cause dryness and split ends on repeated exposure.

Question 3

Should I wet my hair everyday?

Accepted Answer

There is no need to wet your hair daily. Depending on your scalp and hair nature, you may wash it frequently. If you have oily or greasy hair then you may wash your hair more frequently when compared to normal scalp.

Question 4

Why does my hair get greasy so fast?

Accepted Answer

Over shampooing depletes vital moisturing elements from scalp and hair , in response scalps sebum glands produce more oils , giving rise to greasy scalp
 And improper eating habits such as diet rich in sugars, dairy products, red meat along with stress, hormonal imbalance and climate variations may also cause greasy hair

Question 5

Should oily scalp be oiled?

Accepted Answer

Oiling alredy oily scalp can lead to scaly patches and red skin on scalp. If scalp is alredy oily there is a good chance it traps dust . lead to itching and other skin infection

Question 6

Why my hair is oily even after washed?

Accepted Answer

Shampooing too little or too often contributes to greasy hair , washing more than once a day can produce more oil to make up for extra shampooing

Does greasy hair cause hair loss?

Does greasy hair cause hair loss?

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