Just like the face and the body, the skull has its own skin:the scalp. Often neglected, because not very visible, it is nevertheless necessary to pay particular attention to it if we want to limit the inconvenience as much as possible. An itchy scalp is not trivial, it is the sign of a dysfunction to be identified in order to better treat it. If this itching can be chronic or occasional, it is in any case a daily inconvenience. Whether the reasons for this itching are physical (psoriasis, pityriasis, eczema, etc.), psychological (stress, fatigue, emotional shock, etc.) or external (pollution, tobacco, shampoos, etc.), they are most often associated with a flaking of the scalp which can lead to unsightly dandruff. The scalp is particularly sensitive to changes and attacks:it's up to you to pamper it to cleanse it and find a lighter head.
In most cases of irritation, itching and dandruff of the scalp come from a lack of hydration of this area which we often forget to take care of. Tight skin and dry face are the first signs of skin that you forget to moisturize:the scalp reacts the same way. Highly used (shampoos, aggressive treatments, repeated brushings, too hot hair dryer, etc.), it is important to bring it as much softness as possible to avoid itching and dandruff. If your hair type tends to be dry to normal, you are most likely to see these problems appear. To provide maximum hydration to your scalp, do not hesitate to practice a regenerating oil bath on your scalp just as you would for the driest areas of your body. Using sweet almond or olive oil, massage your scalp once or twice a week in the attack phase, then once a week as a basic treatment with one of these oils and leave on for 20 30 minutes before proceeding with your usual shampoo.
If the problem of itching persists despite the oil baths, it may be necessary to look for a deeper cause for this discomfort. And if the cause was rather dermatological? Many conditions can affect the scalp and cause itching and dandruff. Various diseases and fungi such as psoriasis, pityriasis or eczema are the most common causes of scalp irritation and dandruff. Consulting a dermatologist can be the ideal solution to overcome these inconveniences:with the help of specific treatments (shampoos and adapted masks), drug treatments (most often based on cortisone) and advice on the hygiene of life (to act on stress and diet for example), he is your best contact to help you find a healthy scalp.
