Oil in Hair: What will happen if you don't oil your hair for a month? The answer will surprise you...

Applying oil to your hair, affectionately called "champi," isn't just a habit but an integral part of Indian culture. Whether it's our grandmothers or hair experts, everyone insists that oiling is essential, but have you ever dared to challenge this age-old advice?

Imagine what would happen if you forgot your oil bottle somewhere for a month? Would your hair really start to fall apart, or is this just a myth? Would your scalp become dry and itchy, or would shampoo and conditioner make up for it?

In fact, the truth might be quite different and surprising than you imagined. Let's find out what happens to your hair when you don't oil it for a month.

The First Change
As soon as you stop oiling, your hair's natural moisture gradually begins to diminish. Oil provides an outer protective layer to the hair, keeping moisture locked in. After a week, you'll notice your hair looking dry and lifeless. Their natural shine disappears. Hair becomes frizzy and tangles easily.

Second Change
Oil is essential not only for hair but also for the scalp. Not applying oil removes the scalp's natural protective layer, causing it to dry out. This dryness can increase itching and dandruff. If the scalp is left without nourishment for a month, it becomes weak, increasing the risk of skin infections.

Third Change
Hair oil provides essential nutrients, vitamins, and fatty acids. Without these nutrients, hair begins to weaken from within. After a month, when you comb your hair, you'll notice more hair breakage than before. Split ends also increase, and hair growth may slow down. Hair begins to feel thinner and lighter.

Special Note: Dermatologists also agree that excessive oiling is also not advisable. Oil should not be left on overnight or for too long, as it attracts dirt and dust, which can increase dandruff. However, skipping it altogether is also harmful to hair.

Which method is best?
Not oiling your hair for a month can make your hair dull, dry, and brittle, as well as increase scalp itchiness and dandruff. Therefore, to maintain hair health, it's best to adopt a balanced approach rather than completely stopping oiling. Lightly massaging your hair once or twice a week and rinsing it off after 3-4 hours is enough to keep your hair strong and shiny.

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