A member asked:

Been off bcp for nearly 3 mos & have very oily hair. research suggests over active sebaceous glands due to hormones. any advice? please help

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Dr. Erik Lundquist answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Natural remedy: Seborrheic glands can be overactive when stimulated by androgenic (male) hormones. One natural approach is to dry them up using baking soda. Make a paste by mixing water and baking soda. Massage the scalp using this paste and leave for a couple of minutes before rinsing.

Answered 2/6/2015

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