Hair Oiling Before School – Right Way vs. Wrong Way

🌿 “Hair Oiling Before School – Right Way vs. Wrong Way”

Especially for Students & Concerned Parents

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In most Indian homes, Monday morning = hair oil day.

Mothers apply oil, braid the hair tightly, and send kids off to school thinking:

“Oil lagana toh zaroori hai – strong baal ke liye!”

But here’s the catch:

Not all oiling is helpful.

Some common practices are actually doing more harm than good.

Let’s talk about the right way and wrong way to apply oil before school – especially for kids and teenagers.

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🛑 Wrong Way #1: Applying Too Much Oil

More oil ≠ more benefits.

Too much oil traps dust, dirt, sweat and pollution – especially in humid classrooms or PE periods.

It can clog the scalp, cause dandruff, and lead to pimples on the forehead and back.

👉 Use just enough to lightly coat the scalp and hair strands – not soak your pillowcase.

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🛑 Wrong Way #2: Oiling and Leaving It On for 24+ Hours

Many kids oil their hair Sunday night… and wash it Tuesday morning.

That’s too long.

⚠️ Problems it causes:

• Sticky, sweaty scalp

• Attraction of dust and pollutants

• Fungal growth

• Itchy scalp and blocked follicles

⏰ Right way? Keep oil for 1–2 hours before bath, max overnight if clean scalp and clean pillow.

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🛑 Wrong Way #3: Tight Braiding After Oiling

Tight plaits with wet/oiled hair =

➡️ Hair breakage

➡️ Traction alopecia (slow hair loss from pulling)

✅ Tip: After oiling, loosely tie hair or braid gently. No pulling.

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🛑 Wrong Way #4: Using Strong Smelling Oils (like Camphor/Mustard)

These may be “dadi ke nuske” but many children complain of:

• Headaches

• Burning scalp

• Eye irritation

• Skin allergies

✅ Gentle options: Coconut oil, almond oil, or dermatologist-approved baby oils are safer for school kids.

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✅ Right Way to Oil Hair Before School (Quick Guide)Step	What to Do
1.	Choose light, non-sticky oil (coconut, almond, jojoba)
2.	Use only 2–4 drops for short hair, 5–7 drops for long hair
3.	Massage gently – don’t rub too hard
4.	Leave for 1–2 hours before shampoo
5.	Wash thoroughly – no sticky residue
6.	Use a soft towel to dry and comb gently

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🎓 Students with Exams or Long Classes? Be Extra Careful

Oily scalp + stress = more hair fall

Sweat builds up, forehead gets greasy, and pimples may worsen.

Oiling before study marathons is not recommended.

Try weekend oiling + post-bath wash instead.

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💬 Clinic Note from Dr. Rizwan:

Every week, we see students with itchy scalp, forehead acne, and fungal infections –

All due to heavy oiling, poor washing, or tight tying.

Oiling is good only when done smartly.

Don’t make it a habit “just because dadi said so.” Science + tradition = best results.

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🏫 Final Word for Parents:

Oil is not a magical fix.

Balanced diet, gentle shampoo, proper washing and hygiene matter more.

Want help choosing the best oil or hair routine for your child?

Visit Dr. Rizwan’s Skin, Cosmetic & Laser Clinic in Shahjahanpur.

We guide students, working professionals, and parents on what actually works for Indian hair and weather.

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