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Hair related question. i used to have a more oily scalp but now that im on birth control my scalp and hair never really get oily. my hair just feels kinda heavy but it doesnt get oily it just separates. i just want my hair to get naturally oily?

Q: hair related question. i used to have a more oily scalp but now that im on birth control my scalp and hair never really get oily. my hair just feels kinda heavy but it doesnt get oily it just separates. i just want my hair to get naturally oily?

: Hormone in BC pill affects the scalp glands and excess sbum or even flakiness can occur. To return to your usual condition you might have to get off the pill.

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Dr. Birendra Tandan answered

Hormone in BC pill affects the scalp glands and excess sbum or even flakiness can occur. To return to your usual condition you might have to get off the pill.

Answered 6/8/2023

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A member asked:

Hair related question. i used to have a more oily scalp but now that im on birth control my scalp and hair never really get oily. my hair just feels kinda heavy but it doesnt get oily it just separates. i just want my hair to get naturally oily?

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