How do you get rid of an itchy scalp?The more you itch, the more you scratch, the more you scratch, the more you itch...So, get your hands off that poor scalp and try other more effective solutions instead.
Let's first try to understand the reasons for this itching because there are many factors responsible for the imbalance of the hydrolipidic film and scalp irritation: stress, climate, dryness, sun, chlorine, color-treating and bleaching, straightening or shampooing too aggressively, heat, drying or straightening too often, deficient diet, clogged pores, dandruff... there are many factors that have it out for your scalp.
So rather than adding more irritation on top of the irritation you already have, here are a few tips and good routines to relieve and purify this vital foundation of your beautiful hair.
If your scalp is in bad condition, beyond the immediate irritating inconvenience, it is your hair that suffers because yes, the scalp is the cradle of the hair...
Your hair is nourished by it, drawing in the moisture and nutrients it needs to grow and be healthy.
6 Tips to Relieve Your Itching:
- Scalp dryness is not inevitable. And nutrition also involves the application of good olive, castor, macadamia, shea, sweet almond or grape seed oils. Go here to discover our Naturalong oils.
- In doses that are too high, surfactants, silicones and preservatives such as parabens are harmful to the scalp. Also avoid shampoos that have too much detergent, hairsprays and alcohol-based products... but these products are not the only ones responsible for irritation, external factors and mechanical damage can also be responsible for your irritation and the culprits exposed at the beginning of this article (hard water or water that is too hot, hot drying, brushing, rough styling or straightening should be avoided). At Kairly Paris, our Naturalong and Karigins shampoos as well as our treatments are gentle on your scalp.
- Especially in winter, remember that hats and scarves do not let the scalp breathe, free your scalp from time to time especially if you have dry or atopic skin.
- After your shampoos, let your hair dry freely. If you squeeze or tie it up while they are still wet, you risk dandruff, which can be itchy.
- When it comes to styling, be aware that some styles (buns, Bantu knots, braids, or updos) are less than ideal for blood circulation because they pull on the scalp and cause itching. You should opt for scrunchies and soft elastics because not only do they not break the hair but they also exert a more flexible traction which is better for the health of the hair.
- A light and regular massage with our Naturalong oil cocktail promotes and stimulates blood flow to the scalp, regulates sebum distribution and invigorates the hair bulb.
In case of intense itching or if symptoms persist, consult your doctor. Itching can be the cause of a pathology and sometimes requires treatment. And feel free to find us on social media, Facebook, Instagram, and on other blog posts.
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