Essential to glossy, healthy hair the sebum produced by your scalp can sometimes, unfortunately, also be responsible for leaving your hair oily and limp. Excess sebum production can often weigh down roots and result in an itchy, dandruff prone scalp. Often a cyclical problem, oily hair can be a little tricky to deal with at times. Whilst reaching for the shampoo bottle every day may seem like a simple solution, over-washing can in fact lead to increased sebum production as the scalp attempts to rebalance its natural oils. Further irritating the scalp, over-washing can also lead to dehydrated and split ends as the oil is repeatedly stripped from the hair’s length. Focusing on redistribution and rebalancing, our newest hair guide explores some of the best products to help soothe itchy scalps and control oil production to leave hair rejuvenated!

Pictured from left to right: The Airy 2, Pneumatic Pure Bristle Brush, The Balancing & Refreshing Shampoo, The Balancing & Refreshing Scalp Exfoliating Mask, The Balancing & Refreshing Lotion and The Grip & Gloss Styling Brush by ACCA KAPPA

The Tools

Best Brush for Styling: Grip and Gloss

Made from bi-level nylon filaments mixed with natural bristle, GRIP & GLOSS maintains all the natural benefits of a pure boar bristle brush whilst pairing these with heat-resistant technology. Great at removing trapped dirt and re-distributing sebum over the length of the hair, boar bristles ensure hair is left healthy, shiny and hydrated. Especially important for oilier hair, GRIP & GLOSS helps avoid sebum scalp build up. Coated in ceramic and tourmaline crystals, the barrel of the brush also helps to accelerate the drying process without damaging hair. Wave goodbye to those limp locks, with the GRIP & Gloss guaranteeing styles that last.

Available in three sizes (small, medium and large).

Pictured: The Grip & Gloss Styling Brush by ACCA KAPPA

Best Daily Brush: Pneumatic Pure Bristle

Ideal for daily use, this Pure Bristle brush helps to remove and distribute oil so that roots appear less greasy. Adding sheen and volume, the natural bristles work the scalp’s sebum down the length of the hair keeping it healthy and hydrated. Also helping to remove any trapped scale, dirt or pollution from the scalp the gentle natural rubber cushion ensures a gentle touch alleviating any irritation. Complete with a high number of natural bristle bunches, the brush is great even for long hair.

For thicker hair, this brush is also available with Nylon Mono-filaments that help penetrate and detangle!

Pictured: The Pneumatic Pure Bristle Brush by ACCA KAPPA

Best Shower Brush: Airy 2

Stimulating the microcirculation of the scalp, the Airy 2 is great at helping to remove any trapped build-up on the scalp. With innovative bi-level soft pins, Airy No. 2 gently untangles whilst the flexible trident distributes pressure evenly across the scalp. Suitable for all hair types, even the most delicate, the brush is also ideal for distribution any shampoo or treatments in the shower. The brush is easily cleaned and is a great tool for ensuring optimum scalp health.

Pictured: The Airy No.2 by ACCA KAPPA

The Products

The Balancing & Refreshing Shampoo

A targeted treatment that helps rebalance the scalp whilst hydrating hair, the Balancing & Refreshing shampoo has been formulated with natural active ingredients specifically with oily scalps in mind. Containing Ginseng, Aloe Vera and Sage, the extracts help to regulate sebum secretion by removing excess sebum and deeply cleansing the scalp, keeping hair cleaner for longer. Meanwhile, the anti-inflammatory, astringent and antimicrobial properties of Sage make the shampoo ideal for helping to treat irritated scalps and dandruff. Strengthening and nourishing, Aloe Vera adds vitality leaving hair naturally beautiful.

The Balancing & Refreshing Scalp Exfoliating Mask

Designed to exfoliate the scalp, this mask has been formulated with propolis to cleanse and sanitise. Helping to reduce itchiness, dandruff and flaking the antimicrobial properties of propolis helps regulate sebum, restoring an ideal hydrolipidic balance for a cleaner scalp. Hair is left shiny, healthy and clean! We recommend using the mask after washing hair with the Refreshing & Balancing shampoo. Apply directly to the scalp and leave a few minutes before rinsing. 

Pictured: The Balancing & Refreshing Shampoo and Scalp Exfoliating Mask by ACCA KAPPA

The Treatment

The Balancing & Refreshing Lotion

Rich in plant extracts, this balancing and purifying treatment is ideal for the prevention of dandruff. Formulated using Sage, Horseradish root and St. John’s Wart extracts the lotion is rich in vitamins and proteins that act on the scalp to bring natural vitality to the hair. In particular, Horseradish root extract helps to improve circulation to the scalp whilst St. John’s Wart has antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, and antiviral properties making it great for irritated scalps.  The lotion can be used on greasy, delicate or weak hair and can even help prevent hair loss. To use, simply apply the spray after washing hair, lightly spraying when hair is still wet. Massage into the hair and scalp gently and then leave to dry without rinsing.

Pictured: The Balancing & Refreshing Lotion by ACCA KAPPA

The Starter Kit

Our Oily Hair Starter Kits are now available! The bundle gives you a saving of over 10% off the total price of all items, including the Balancing & Refreshing Shampoo, Balancing & Refreshing Scalp Exfoliating Mask and Pneumatic Pure Bristle Hairbrush. 

Pictured: The Oily Scalp Starter Kit