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Oily Scalp, Dry Ends: Why It Happens + How to Fix It

An oily scalp and dry ends can happen at the same time because the scalp and the lengths of your hair have different needs.

During summer, sweat, excess oil, dead skin and product residue can collect around the scalp and roots. When that buildup is not fully removed, the scalp may begin to feel coated or congested, while the roots become oily more quickly.

At the same time, sun, heat, chlorine and salt water can leave the older, more exposed ends feeling dry, rough or tangled.

Why Your Scalp Feels Oily

Oil is produced at the scalp, where it can mix with sweat, dead skin and product buildup.

You may notice:

  • roots becoming oily more quickly
  • a coated or heavy feeling
  • buildup that does not seem to fully wash away
  • hair falling flat at the roots

Why Your Ends Feel Dry

The ends are the oldest and most exposed part of the hair. They receive less of the scalp’s natural oil and are more vulnerable to moisture loss.

That is why oily roots and dry ends are not contradictory. Your scalp may need a more thorough cleanse while your lengths need more moisture.

How to Reset Both

Start with Warrior Shampoo to thoroughly cleanse the scalp and remove the excess oil, sweat and buildup that can leave roots feeling coated, heavy or oily again too quickly. Focus on the entire scalp, including the hairline, crown, nape and back of the head, where buildup can easily linger.

Then choose the conditioner that matches what your hair needs most. Conditioning from scalp to ends helps replenish moisture, restore softness and improve slip without ignoring the scalp.

The Clarify + Reset Set pairs Warrior Shampoo with your choice of conditioner, so you can thoroughly cleanse the scalp while replenishing the lengths based on their current needs.

Find Your Reset

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