How To Find Out Your Scalp Type?

By Shubhi Kumar
05 May 2025, 19:00 IST

Understanding your scalp type is key to choosing the right hair care products and maintaining healthy, balanced hair. Tap to read!

Oily Scalp

Within 24 to 48 hours after shampooing and hair feels greasy. Hair will look flatter, limp, or clumpy at the root.

Dry Scalp

You might feel tight, itchy, or flaky. The flakes on your hair are noticed on the shoulders or irritation on the scalp.

Normal Scalp

Balanced oil production, no pagh or itchiness. The hair will grow slightly for a couple of days but will be neither oily nor dry.

Combination Scalp

Oily at the roots but dry or normal at the ends. This type is a bit tricky and requires specific care according to their needs.

Blotting Paper Test

Hold blotting paper against different parts of the scalp a few hours after washing. Oily areas show that it is oily or a combination.

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This is for informational purposes. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a dermatologist or healthcare provider for concerns related to your scalp or hair health.