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Oily Skin and Oily Hair
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Prevention & Expectations
What can be done to prevent the symptom?
Many times, oily skin and hair cannot be prevented. The condition is often part of puberty and goes away when the person becomes an adult and hormone levels change. Recommended ways to reduce the amount of oil on the skin and hair include the following:
What are the long-term effects of the symptom?
There are no serious long-term effects, although oily skin may be associated with acne.
What are the risks to others?
Oily skin and hair are not contagious and pose no risk to others.