Greasy Spot in Hair: Tips & Tricks for Elimination

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One of the most common occurrences after coloring your hair is to get a strange “greasy spot in your hair“.

It’s even stranger when it’s not on your scalp. It’s wallowing in the top later of the hair, where everyone can see it. And you probably can’t wash it out. Now, it looks as though it’s part of your growing, flowing hair.

If you have this oily patch in your hair and you don’t want it to be a part of you, there are a few things you can do. In this article, you’ll learn:

• What the oily spot in hair is about
• Why it occurs; and
• What you can do about it

But first:

Let’s see if we can agree on what exactly is this oily spot in your hair:

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What Is this Waxy, Greasy Hair?

“This is a greasy patch of hair that appears after washing or from over-shampooing. It looks flaky and itchy, and sometimes affects the overall appearance of the hair.”

When you use beauty products on your hair, you can’t escape the resulting build-up.

Even if you administer the amount and managed to maintain a consistent application of that, the residue will still rear its hair.

What if you rarely use products? Well, you’re safe from build-up except…you might end up with a little grease here and there on your scalp or hair.

As long as a product touches your hair, there is bound to be some leftover, in most cases, oil/grease.

But:

Another theory is that your scalp is reacting when you dye your hair. When you dye and dry your hair, your scalp feels the change.

And instead of accepting the change, it tries to fight back by spitting more sebaceous oils. This may be causing the oily spot in your hair.

Notice that those who don’t dry their hair don’t face this problem? If this is a given, why don’t the manufacturers make holistic products and just save everyone the effort?

That’s not very easy. At least, some of the ingredients are what make the product what they are. If they’re removed, your hair won’t have those sleek, silk, and almost glassy appearance.

Fortunately, there is always a solution to a problem, right?

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Is it a Problem?

Yes and no.

If it’s very prominent and makes you look as if you don’t wash your hair, then it’s bad. It’s a problem. However, if it gives your hair a peculiar, bizarre mien (and you like it), then it’s not a problem.

But if you’re reading this article, I’m sure you definitely don’t want to see it on your hair. So it’s all bad and a problem. Also, if one part of your is always greasy, especially after washing, then again, it’s a problem!

Better to find a way to remove it. And that’s what we’ll be doing with this article.

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So…Why Is My Hair Oily In One Spot?

Simple answer: build-up from products! Removing the grease (and other product build-ups) from the oily patch of hair is just about knowing and applying the right hacks.

And in this small article, you’ll learn some of them. If they help you, don’t forget to share it with your friends and families. It might help them too.

Before you start:

You’ll need some items/tools but you may have all of them already since you style your own hair. Some time to do this. Everyone has time but not everyone is free. So, you have plenty or willing to spare some?

Great. Let’s continue…

Just changing shampoo and conditioner may not help with this oil quandary. But if you’ve tried it and still can’t remove the oily spot, try the following tricks:

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Top 5 Tips for Removing Greasy Spot in Hair

If your hair is always greasy in one spot

1. You’re Overdying Your Hair

As you can see, this is the first hack in a series of hacks. Why? Because it can be a simple solution to the “oily spot in hair” problem.

If you’ve learned “how to dye your hair” from the internet, you may have missed an intricate detail that…

But:

No matter where you learn your method from, overdying the hair can cause the oily spot to occur. A lot of residues are leftover and the oily spot is the visible one you can see.

So the solution is this: “Be moderate in your hair dying process”.

Hey, “I’ve only learned more about dying but not how to solve my problem”. Well, there are a lot more ways you can resolve this greasy patch of hair.

That’s what the rest of the tips are for:

2. Use a Clarifying Shampoo

The second hack is to use a “clarifying shampoo“. Don’t forget, there are a dozen types of shampoos out there. And they work differently.

When you’re looking to solve problems with greasy hair, an ordinary hair shampoo may not work.

A clarifying shampoo is designed to cleanse the hair and return it back to its original looks. If you already have one, apply it to the spot a few times every week. If you don’t have one, you can get a good one like the Pantene Pro-V from Amazon.

What if this doesn’t work? Let’s talk about the next hack then:

3. Use a Therapeutic Shampoo

A change of name? No. There is a world of difference. The popular Neutrogena T/Gel Extra Strength Shampoo is a great one for this hack. Look, it’s very cheap and using it is very straight forward.

Here is what to do:

• Apply the Neutrogena T/Gel Extra Strength Shampoo daily for two weeks.
• Use the medium heat setting and blow dry your hair after taking off the shampoo.
• After that, switch back to salon-quality shampoo and condition.

Here is another one:

4. Use a Dish Soap

So many people have confirmed that using a dish soap helps in getting rid of the oily spot.

Spray the dish soap over the affected area, lather it and rinse it. This should be done before using your regular hair conditioner and shampoo. This Dawn Dish Soap is a good one.

Here is the next hack:

5. Try Baking Soda

The “greasy spot in your hair” might be just a buildup. If so, you can rub baking soda all through your hair.

After a while, wash off your hair. The grit should rub off the buildup.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why is my hair greasy all of a sudden?

There are a lot of possible reasons you could develop an unanticipated increase of oil in your hair. So if you’re facing this, you need to consider a few scenarios.

And see which one you fall in. With that, you might get a few ideas on how to tackle it.

First:

Two of the possible causes of this impromptu change are stress and improper hair care.

Any of this CAN prompt the sebaceous glands in the hair to overproduce sebum. This, in turn, creates a slick hair. The simple solution here is to destress/unwind and develop a healthier lifestyle.

What if it isn’t stressed?

Then:

Well, it could also be what you eat. Foods like refined sugar and dairy can prick the scalp to produce more oil, which may not necessarily be useful. Dairy products contain androgens that can prompt the scalp to produce more oil than needed.

Avoiding or reducing the consumption of these types of foods might get you rid of the hair of oil. Or at least keep it at a minimum.

Also:

Another reason could be your shampoo. If it’s not suitable, your baby may be reacting to it. This may result in greasy patches in the hair.

One way of knowing if this is the case is to change shampoo and watch the result. Notice any changes? Then that may be the culprit.

What if it’s not?

Then another, unlikely, case may be because you’re getting older. Some sufferers have hinted at this and may be true in some cases. Are you getting older?

Hair is still greasy after washing, what to do?

One of the frustrating things about greasy hair is that your hair may remain oily, even after washing it. Besides the unusual look, you probably feel bad for wasting time trying the wash. Well, here is the fact.

Trying to get great locks and nice hairstyles require a lot of patience. Perhaps, this is one of the areas your forbearance is tested.

So:

If you’re experiencing this, it could be for a number of reasons. It could be the shampoo you’re using. If there is too much oil in the shampoo (such as those with coconut oil ingredients), it’s probably leaving oil (and other residues) behind.

And this can happen with natural or regular shampoos. Therefore, it might be better to look for shampoos with cleaner ingredients. And avoid those with harsh ingredients.

If you’re already using a shampoo with hygienic ingredients, you may want to shampoo your hair more than once. The first one should help you lift the oil/dirt while the second should clean up the scalp.

Also:

You should look at the amount of conditioner you’re using too. If it’s too much, it could possibly create that greasy patch in your hair. So, it doesn’t matter so much the type you’re using as to how you’re using it.

Another cause, though not obvious, is the water you’re using to wash. Is it hard or soft water?

If you’re using hard water, you may be getting deposits onto your hair after washing since it contains a lot of minerals. If that’s the case, switching to soft water might help you alleviate the condition.

Of course, yes.

However, where the problem might arise is how much grease is in your hair.

If it’s too much, it might impede successful hair coloring. Aside from making it difficult to color, the residues in hair might also prevent the hair from getting to the roots.

If you’re dyeing it yourself, your best bet is to wash your hair thoroughly. This is so that the oil is either removed or significantly reduced.

And it’s better to do this the day before. But it can also be done on the same day if that’s more convenient for you.

However:

If you’re going to do it at a professional salon, you may want to ask whether you have to come with freshly washed hair or washed the day before. It’s more in line with your hairstylist to advise you on the best course of action.

Finally, if your hair is too dirty, you may not get good results from coloring.

This while some professionals recommend washing the day before coloring for better results. This is before hair dyers perform better on hair that’s not recently washed.

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Final Words on this Greasy Spot in Hair Problem

Some of the tips in this article apply, whether you dye your hair or didn’t. The problem may not stem from just dying your hair.

As I’ve mentioned before in this article, it’s the result of using products on your hair. So, using hair-dying products or other beauty products can make this problem come up.

Look closely at each of these tips and choose the one that you think is likely to help you remove the oily spot. And don’t forget to share this article with others if it has helped or you think might help others.