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What do you suggest if my hair becomes very oily after just one day and i try not wash okay to wash my hair with?

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Dr. Bernard Seif answered

Specializes in Clinical Psychology

Wash hair daily: W/mild shampoo and see how it goes. Does. Your diet contain a lot of transfers or oil? Good oils such as coconut and olive oil are fine. Consider baby shampoo. Peace and good health.

Dr Altman agreed

Answered 5/28/2016

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