Is oiling scalp needed for hair to thrive???
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KinksnCurlz
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According to the stylist I went to this weekend, our hair/scalp produces the necessary oils needed to thrive on its own and excessive scalp oiling, no matter how light, leads to clogged pores which lead to no growth.
sweetcocoa
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I haven't oiled my scalp in 2 years. No flakes or itching. Since I started shampooing or rinsing at least 3 times a week, I haven't needed to. I also make sure to lightly shampoo or rinse my scalp after I exercise.
I haven't oiled my scalp since I was a teen, and I'm almost 39. I seen an Oprah show years ago, where her and her stylist were begging us to stop "greasing" our scalps, saying it clogs the pores (as CamamelHonee mentioned), and that a little oil on the hair itself if needed, and a good conditioner was all that was really necessary, to maintain natural oil balance. Many people firmly believe in oiling their scalp, but for my daughter, she's 10 (beautiful hair, never had her scalp oiled) and myself I choose not to oil the scalp. We lightly apply essential oils to the hair when wet.
KinksnCurlz
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Sorry about the typo in your name CaramelHonee, when I posted above.
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That's okay sweetie
, I knew that you were talking about me.
Sorry about the typo in your name CaramelHonee, when I posted above.
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That's okay sweetie
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irie
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We don't need to oil our scalps. Biologically speaking, we have sebaceous glands attached to each hair strand. Meaning that each follicle is moisturized naturally with our own sebum (or oil). The problem is that we have a coily texture (in the case of naturals) which makes it hard for our sebum to work its way to the ends of our hair so actual strands probably DO need oil. In the case of relaxed hair, the chemicals tend to dry out the hair and have an effect on our scalp so if you are relaxed you may need to oil your scalp lightly and as needed. BUT NOT WITH ANYTHING THAT CONTAINS MINERAL OIL, PETROLEUM, LANOLIN, CASTOR OIL, or anything else the is excessively heavy. HTH
PrettyBrownEyes
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I only oil my scalp when my hair is braided, that is the only time it seems dry, maybe because it is exposed to the air (the partings).
Jenai
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I haven't oiled my scalp since I was a teen, and I'm almost 39. I seen an Oprah show years ago, where her and her stylist were begging us to stop "greasing" our scalps, saying it clogs the pores (as CamamelHonee mentioned), and that a little oil on the hair itself if needed, and a good conditioner was all that was really necessary, to maintain natural oil balance.
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I remember Oprah saying that on her show one day!!!!
That was the day (about 8-10 years ago) that I stopped greasing and oiling my scalp! My mom said I was crazy for stopping, but then she stopped putting heavy pomades and oils on her scalp too. I wonder if Oprah knows how many Black Women listen to her hair advice. "Oprah oil" anyone? Hey, if others can why not her? LOL
I haven't oiled my scalp since I was a teen, and I'm almost 39. I seen an Oprah show years ago, where her and her stylist were begging us to stop "greasing" our scalps, saying it clogs the pores (as CamamelHonee mentioned), and that a little oil on the hair itself if needed, and a good conditioner was all that was really necessary, to maintain natural oil balance.
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I remember Oprah saying that on her show one day!!!!
That was the day (about 8-10 years ago) that I stopped greasing and oiling my scalp! My mom said I was crazy for stopping, but then she stopped putting heavy pomades and oils on her scalp too. I wonder if Oprah knows how many Black Women listen to her hair advice. "Oprah oil" anyone? Hey, if others can why not her? LOL
EmeraldSky
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For about a month I've been applying a mixture of castor oil, peppermint oil and rosemary to my scalp, otherwise I don't use grease or heavy pomades. Does that mixure count as clogging the scalp? I figured that because they are natural/essentials oils they will absorb and be beneficial, but now I'm wondering if it's bad.
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Well I guess I'm just as guilty as Emeraldsky because I apply that same type of essential oil mixture weekly before my wash and my hair always turns out nice. I still have the same question though. Will it clog my pores?
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I use that same mixture, with a couple other things added. Instead of using straight castor oil, I also mix wheatgerm oil and a lighter hot 6 oil (Africa's Best) to thin the consistancy. I also do scalp and hair rinses every night, usually with water and ACV. When my hair's straight, I like applying a little extra virgin olive oil to the length at night. It makes my hair look so shiny. I'd say if something works for you, continue it. If it doesn't, then try something different, but sometimes everything doesn't work for everybody.
Well I guess I'm just as guilty as Emeraldsky because I apply that same type of essential oil mixture weekly before my wash and my hair always turns out nice. I still have the same question though. Will it clog my pores?
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I use that same mixture, with a couple other things added. Instead of using straight castor oil, I also mix wheatgerm oil and a lighter hot 6 oil (Africa's Best) to thin the consistancy. I also do scalp and hair rinses every night, usually with water and ACV. When my hair's straight, I like applying a little extra virgin olive oil to the length at night. It makes my hair look so shiny. I'd say if something works for you, continue it. If it doesn't, then try something different, but sometimes everything doesn't work for everybody.
<font color="purple">I think from my experience that oiling the scalp is really not what I like to do firsthand. I haven't been doing it ever since joining this board. It's really not worth it at all. As long as I rinse or condition wash my hair daily, I don't ever need any oils in my hair or on my scalp, unless I use a little of the oil in my homemade conditioners and pre-treatments. </font>
love2praz
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Every since I stopped putting any oil directly on my scalp and started condition-washing and rinsing daily, I no longer have scalp issues. In general, I had a dry scalp but now that I take Evening Primrose oil capsules and Vit. E capsules, my scalp gets all the oil it needs!
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