How to fix an oily scalp — it could be a sign of future hair loss

Your greasy hair might be trying to tell you something — and it’s not necessarily that you’re overdue for a shower.

“An oily scalp can be a symptom of androgenetic alopecia,” AKA the dreaded pattern baldness, Sophia Emmanuel , a trichologist and cosmetologist, told The Post.

This follicle foe is no joke, affecting some 50 million men and 30 million women in the US alone. 3

The condition is caused by a genetic sensitivity to dihydrotestosterone (DHT), a hormone that plays a role in hair production.

“Dihydrotestosterone causes hair follicles to shrink, leading to thinner hair, shorter growth cycles and increased shedding,” Emmanuel explained.

She broke down how to tell if your greasy scalp is a red flag for hair loss — and shared four simple tips that everyone can use to keep t