India, June 26 -- Hair oiling session is considered as one of the holy grails for haircare (cue, childhood champi session from moms.) But this cherished ritual can easily turn into a recipe for hair nightmares and doctor visits, if not done properly. One of the major culprits is the beloved monsoon season itself. The spike in humidity levels in the atmosphere may invite a new set of challenges for the scalp, making it greasier than usual.

Dr Ameesha Mahajan, Cosmetic Dermatologist & Founder, EdenSkinClinic, shared with HT Lifestyle how monsoon triggers a surge in scalp issues, even from simple hair oiling.

She warned, "Oiling and leaving the oil in for too long, especially overnight, during monsoon, can backfire. The excess humidity in ...