Is oily hair good?

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Dr Ibrahim Salah

General Practitioner

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2+ Yrs

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Sebum or oil is secreted from scalp which naturally nourishes the hair and keeps it healthy. Only when the secretions become excessive, they clog the hair follicles, trap dust and cause hair loss.

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Answered 04/07/2025

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