Should you grease your scalp?
I grew up routinely oiling my scalp, usually with heavy hair pomades. How often should I do this? PHOTO| MARTIN MUKANGU
What you need to know:
he argument is that healthy scalps produce adequate amounts of sebum, which is enough to lubricate y
Some individuals suffer from dry, flaky, itchy scalps so they need some kind of oil. The best oils are light, natural oils that mimic sebum.
Q: I grew up routinely oiling my scalp, usually with heavy hair pomades. How often should I do this?
A: The answer is that it depends. Most natural hair authorities discourage greasing of the scalp. They contend that heavy pomades and hair food products actually clog up your pores.
our hair without additional oil. However, everyone’s scalp is different.
This is true when you use hair grease products made from petrolatum, which tends to block out moisture.
The argument is that healthy scalps produce adequate amounts of sebum, which is enough to lubricate y
Some individuals suffer from dry, flaky, itchy scalps so they need some kind of oil. The best oils are light, natural oils that mimic sebum.
These include jojoba oil, virgin coconut oil, olive oil, avocado oil and argan oil, among others. To boost scalp health and hair growth, mix in essential oils of your choice and give yourself regular scalp massages. It is also important to oil the scalp after your hair has been plaited or braided, providing relief from tension and tightness. Try it and see what your hair prefers.
– TRICIA WANJALA
