Dry-Itchy-Scalp

Below you will find a few tips on how to prevent and treat dry-itchy- scalp. If you find yourself scratching at your head for over a week, either contact your stylist or see a dermatologist.

Your shampoo is the first place to look. We all tend to rely on our favorite one to do the trick. However, as your hair changes, so should your shampoo. If you have taken proper care of your hair and it’s healthy and shiny, then a light-shampoo is right for you. If you have coloring in your hair, try a color seal shampoo. All of the leading hair care companies carry some sort of moisturizing shampoo, which is a good preventative treatment to dry-itchy- scalp. Using a moisturizing conditioner will also help keep you from dry-itchy-scalp and is a necessity if you blow-dry your hair often.

A major cause of dry-itchy-scalp is the excessive use of hair sprays or styling products. They may cause some build up on your scalp. Check the label of your shampoo to make sure it’s a cleaning or cleansing shampoo. These are perfect for getting rid of build-up and keeping your hair clean. The reason for using these kinds of shampoos to rid of all the build-up, is so that your conditioner can get to your scalp. Since your scalp is where the dry, itchiness comes from.
Avoid using a cleansing shampoo if you have just colored your hair, as this will definitely speed up the fading processes. Unless that’s what you want. If you do have a fresh color in your hair, then a moisturizing shampoo is best.

It is important to remember that our scalp is just like the rest of the skin on our bodies. It is recommended that you shampoo at least two to three times a week, depending on your daily activities. Thorough scrubbing of your scalp with your fingertips will loosen the oils and debris as well as prevent dry-itchy- scalp.