How to treat itchy and red scalp?

The scalp generally does not get sick because it has strong resistance and small pores, so it is not easy to get infected. However, because there is a lot of hair, people do not pay attention to washing, or they often have bad habits such as dyeing and perming their hair, which are damaging the scalp step by step. It will cause damage to the scalp, itching and redness of the scalp. People with severe cases will have oily scalp and strong secretion, and symptoms of redness of the scalp. Therefore, you should reduce stimulation to the scalp in normal times, take good care of the scalp, do not use strong hair dyeing and perm products, clean it regularly, do not dye or perm your hair for a short period of time if your scalp is itchy, and do not use shampoo and cream products to avoid secondary damage to the scalp.

1. Proper care for scalp itching

In the past, we always thought that scalp itching was not a problem and that all we had to do was pay attention to cleaning. But in fact, scalp itching may also be an irritation reaction caused by fungi, and the scratching caused by itching will cause further damage to the skin of the head and damage the hair, so itching requires symptomatic care.

Experts remind you that when you just feel your scalp itchy, you should start using anti-dandruff shampoo immediately. In addition, you can also try two new methods: first, relieve anxiety and mental tension caused by emotional distress, which can also cause scalp itching. To relieve anxiety, you can use meditation and yoga to control your emotions, try to put yourself in a stable and relaxed mental state, and keep your mood relaxed. Secondly, ensure sufficient contact. If the shampoo cannot come into good contact with the scalp, it will be difficult to remove the excess oil on the scalp and the itching will be difficult to effectively relieve. The correct way should be to rub the shampoo into rich foam in the palm of your hand, then gently massage to allow the shampoo to fully contact the scalp, and try to keep it for a while before rinsing. This will not only clean more thoroughly, but also relieve itching better.

2. Adjust the scalp oil imbalance

In fact, healthy head skin should be neither dry nor oily, but just the right amount of moisture. The oil balance of the head skin is a barometer of scalp health. The beauty of hair depends to a large extent on the healthy balance of the head skin, especially the natural moisturizing film formed by sebum and sweat glands. Whether it is too dry or too oily scalp can easily cause dandruff, so you need to use special care products for scalp skin, and you can try the following two methods:

Gentle care: Oily scalp cannot be solved simply by washing your hair frequently. Oily hair also needs gentle care. You need to effectively replenish the moisture and nourishment that your scalp lacks so that your scalp can achieve the same water and oil balance as your skin.

Cocktail therapy: Using sesame oil or olive oil to massage the scalp will achieve certain results. You can also create your own cocktail therapy, such as diluting vinegar or lemon juice with an equal amount of water or mint tea, and massaging the scalp to help restore the oil balance of the scalp.

3. Reduce the frequency of scalp irritation

In fact, the reasons why the skin on the head feels irritated are very complex, but the main culprit of dandruff - fungus, is also the root cause of scalp irritation. If the irritation persists for a longer period of time, you must understand that this may be a precursor to dandruff. Here are 3 effective methods you can try:

Stay away from sources of irritation: Some hair styling products contain irritating ingredients that will aggravate the stinging sensation of the scalp. Try to reduce the number of times you use hair products containing alcohol.

Dietary adjustment: Avoid excessive intake of coffee, tobacco, alcohol, spicy and other irritating foods to reduce irritation to the skin of the head.

Use a shampoo specifically for the scalp: The active ingredients in high-quality anti-dandruff shampoos can relieve scalp irritation and reduce the damage to the scalp skin caused by irritation.

4. Don’t let your head skin be tight

In fact, a tight scalp is no small matter. Healthy head skin should not feel tight. While hair styling and other chemical agents can also contribute to the feeling of tightness and dryness on your scalp, unrelieved scalp tightness is most likely due to fungus. So, a tight scalp is another early warning sign of dandruff. There is a new and good way to avoid tight scalp:

Reduce restraint: Try to avoid wearing hats or tight ponytails, and let your hair breathe freely. This can effectively relieve the uncomfortable feeling of tight scalp.