Can You Train Your Scalp?
Understanding Oil Production
What Is Sebum?
Sebum is your scalp's natural oil. It's produced by tiny sebaceous glands attached to each hair follicle and plays an important role in keeping both your scalp and hair healthy.
Sebum helps:
- Protect the scalp's natural barrier
- Keep the scalp moisturized
- Support soft, healthy-looking hair
- Reduce moisture loss
- Add natural shine
Despite its reputation, sebum isn't something your scalp is trying to get rid of—it's something your body intentionally produces.
The goal isn't to eliminate oil. It's to keep it in balance.
Scalp Care 101
Can You Actually Train Your Scalp?
You've probably heard that washing your hair less will eventually teach your scalp to produce less oil.
The truth? It's not quite that simple.
Oil production is influenced by many factors, including:
- Hormonal changes
- Stress
- Genetics
- Age
- Climate and humidity
- Product buildup
- Seasonal changes
Washing less doesn't necessarily teach your scalp to produce less oil. More often, it simply gives oil, sweat, dead skin, and buildup more time to accumulate.
The goal isn't to wash as little as possible—it's to cleanse consistently with a shampoo that's right for your scalp.
Putting It Into Practice
What to Look for in a Shampoo for Oily Scalps
If your scalp tends to become oily quickly, your shampoo should do more than simply remove oil.
It should:
- Remove excess oil and buildup
- Protect your scalp's natural barrier
- Leave your scalp feeling clean—not stripped
- Support a balanced scalp over time
That's exactly why we created Warrior.