There are many products on the market designed to help you deal with oily hair, but have you heard of some of the more unusual remedies for oily hair such as vinegar and mouthwash? Home remedies are an excellent way to combat the greasies because they are cheap, easy and effective. One simple concoction is to mix equal parts of mouthwash and witch hazel together, then apply to scalp with a cotton ball. The mouthwash acts as an antiseptic, while the witch hazel acts as an astringent. Read 11 Best Oily Hair Remedies for a list of more remedies for oily hair.

Other remedies for oily hair include vinegar, which helps get rid of excess oil, as well as lemon mixed with water. You can also add a teaspoon of aloe vera gel to the lemon juice mixture and use this as a shampoo. You can also use baby powder to soak up excess oil on your scalp if you are in a hurry to go somewhere and do not have the time to wash your hair. Simply sprinkle a small amount of baby powder close to your scalp and proceed to come through. This will soak up the oil for a few hours and give your hair a fresher looking appearance. Another benefit of using all these homemade remedies is that they are natural and less harmful on your skin. Many people tend to skip conditioning their hair because they believe that conditioner causes oil, when in all actuality it is product buildup or hormones that are responsible. For a list of recommended conditioners for hair, check out 14 Best Drugstore Conditioners for product recommendations.