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• Method 1 of 3: Reduce the amount of petroleum jelly in your hair
• Method 2 of 3: Using dry ingredients
• Method 3 of 3: Using wet ingredients
• Necessities
• Reduce the amount of petroleum jelly
• Dry ingredients
• Wet ingredients

Petroleum jelly is one of the most stubborn substances to get out of your hair, but the slippery, greasy mess is more common than you might think. It can be used to treat lice, to prevent scars after surgery, or to remove a wad of gum. And sometimes your little brother decides to put it on his head. Regardless of the reason it's there, you want to get it out of there. Here are a few tricks you can try before grabbing the scissors.

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Method 1 of 3: Reduce the amount of petroleum jelly in your hair

1. Flow it out of your hair with paper towels. You can get rid of much of the petroleum jelly by blotting it with an absorbent paper towel. Reducing the amount of product in your hair makes it easier to remove the leftover grease. Since it is so difficult to get out, you will probably have to repeat the method a few times to get all the grease out of your hair. By blotting some of it you can reduce the number of treatments.
   • You can use a hairdryer (or a hair dryer if you have one available) to heat and liquefy the petroleum jelly. It is easier to soak up the petroleum jelly with the paper towel if it is liquid.
2. Comb your hair with a fine comb. If you have thick blobs of Vaseline in your hair, you can remove some of the product by combing it out. Make sure to wipe the comb after each movement so you don't just spread it through your hair.
   • You could squeeze the hair with a paper towel after combing. This will absorb even more of the remaining grease.

Method 2 of 3: Using dry ingredients

1. Apply a thin layer of cornstarch to the affected area. Cornstarch is very absorbent and will adhere to the grease. It can also be called corn flour or corn starch.
   • If you don't have cornstarch on hand, you can use baking soda or baby powder instead.
   • Regardless of which substance you use (cornstarch, baby powder, baking powder), be careful not to inhale particles. It can irritate the delicate tissue in your lungs.
2. Dab the cornstarch in the hair. Rubbing can damage your hair or chafe your skin, but you want the powder to reach all of the petroleum jelly in your hair. Putting it in will push the cornstarch into your hair. Let the cornstarch sit for a few minutes, giving it time to absorb the oil.
   • Make sure to cover all the petroleum jelly-covered hair with the cornstarch. You want to have absorbed as much petroleum jelly as possible. That way you don't have to repeat the process.
3. Rinse your hair with warm water and use a clarifying shampoo. Cold water can cause the petroleum jelly to solidify and thicken, making it even more difficult to remove. Clarifying shampoo is easy to find and is used to remove excess oil and product build-up in your hair.
   • Wash your hair twice with the clarifying shampoo. This can dry out your hair a bit, but it will help ensure that you get as much of the oil out of your hair as possible.
4. Rinse your hair well, making sure to remove as much cornstarch, petroleum jelly, and shampoo as possible. Press your hair dry with a towel and let it air dry.
5. Repeat after 12-24 hours if any petroleum jelly is left. The cornstarch and clarifying shampoo will absorb a great deal of your hair's natural oil. gives your hair time to recover to reduce the risk of damage.

Method 3 of 3: Using wet ingredients

1. Lubricate your hair with natural oils, such as coconut oil, olive oil or jojoba oil. It may sound strange, but to dissolve oil you have more oil needed. Massage a generous amount of oil into your hair and then wring out as much as possible (make sure to do this in a bathtub).
   • Wash your hair twice with the clarifying shampoo and warm water.
   • Extra bonus: the oil will moisturize your skin!
2. Find a product that is approved to remove oil from your skin. You can try to find a makeup remover specifically made to remove greasy makeup paint (such as theater makeup). You can also try products (such as Swarfega, garage soap) that are used by mechanics, printers and mechanics to remove the oil from their skin. These products are designed to thin and strip away grease and can break down and strip the oil from your hair.
   • Apply the product carefully to the affected area. Wait a few minutes before rinsing to allow the product to work on the petroleum jelly.
   • Rinse your hair and repeat as needed.
   • Only use products that are suitable for use on the skin, and even then, be very careful when applying. Make sure you don't let anything get in your eyes.
3. Use liquid dish soap with degreaser to work through the oil. This method is not good for your hair and can also dry out your skin, but it works for many people. Use the dish soap like a shampoo, working it through your hair and then rinsing it out with warm water. Repeat it twice and then press your hair dry with a towel. You will definitely want to take care of your hair afterwards, as it has been stripped of all its natural oils.
   • Avoid getting cleanser in your eyes. A detachable shower head can come in handy when you rinse your hair. You can hold the cleaner directly over your head and use your free hand to protect your eyes.
4. Ready.

Necessities

Reduce the amount of petroleum jelly

• Paper towels
• Comb
• Hair dryer.

Dry ingredients

• Cornstarch
• Purifying shampoo
• Warm water

Wet ingredients

• Purifying shampoo
• Coconut oil, olive oil or jojoba oil
• Degreasing liquid dish soap