Do you often have dull hair? Scalp that feels tight, itchy, or even dandruff? Before putting your hair routine on hold and grabbing the first Head &Shoulders you find at the back of your closet, have you ever wondered if you were moisturizing your scalp enough? What if your shampoo was adapted to your hair type?
Using too harsh a shampoo attacks your scalp and can dry it out. This is when the itching and discomfort occurs. The simple act of switching to gentle, natural skincare can make you feel a real difference and drastically improve your quality of life. Because there is nothing worse than scratching your head all day long!
In addition to adopting good habits, moisturize your scalp helps prevent these itching problems.
I had this hair problem myself a few years ago. I tried a large number of "soothing" treatments found in supermarkets. I went to I don't know how many pharmacies where they recommended overpriced shampoos that dried out my hair.
That's when I switched to natural hair care and started moisturizing my scalp regularly. In this article, I tell you how I managed to regain a healthy scalp thanks to natural care.
There are several scalp imbalances with different causes and effects. You can have:
In any case, it is essential to take care of your scalp by using a mild and suitable shampoo and to moisturize it regularly to avoid dryness of the scalp.
Shampoo is the basis of a good hair routine and has a significant impact on the comfort of your scalp. Indeed, many do not know it, but to apply shampoo correctly, it must be applied to the scalp and not to the lengths. An overly aggressive shampoo will have a stripping effect on your scalp. Choose your organic, natural and gentle shampoo.
For irritated scalps, there are rebalancing, sanitizing and purifying shampoos. Itching and the appearance of dandruff are often caused by too frequent cell renewal. This type of shampoo gets rid of dandruff and soothes the scalp. Some are also developed to regulate the production of sebum responsible for oily dandruff.
Here is our selection of shampoos for sensitive scalps:
Advice from the team:do not wash your hair too often at the risk of irritating your scalp! Indeed, washing your hair every day will irritate your scalp which will respond to this aggression by secreting more sebum. You will therefore enter a vicious circle and have even more dandruff and itching.
The hair mask is a must for the perfect hair routine and healthy scalp. If we know all the moisturizing and nourishing masks to apply on the lengths, the purifying masks are perfect for detoxifying your scalp.
They help regulate sebum production and rid your scalp of impurities. Before proceeding with the mask, loosen the impurities using a stimulating brush. Apply your mask, respecting the exposure time indicated, then proceed with your usual shampoo.
Our tip:you can also make a homemade mask based on aloe vera (to soothe your scalp) and rhassoul clay, which absorbs impurities.
Check out our selection of favorite scalp masks:
Surely you know the benefits of aloe vera on the skin, especially to relieve sunburn. Imagine that it is also a great ally for caring for and moisturizing your scalp. It has a soothing, moisturizing and restorative action on the skin of the scalp.
We advise you to apply it directly to your scalp after your shampoo and leave it on for 5 to 10 minutes. To make it easier for you, use a comb and work part by part. Repeat the operation every week for optimal results.
Aloe vera is an essential ingredient in your bathroom:it has benefits for the skin, but also for the hair. You can use it to moisturize your lengths, repair your ends or revive your curls.
Have you thought about oils to moisturize your scalp? A scalp massage with vegetable oil can be beneficial for your scalp. These will hydrate it deeply. In addition, your scalp will benefit from all the properties of these oils. Coconut oil for its fungicidal and anti-dandruff properties, neem oil against psoriasis, jojoba oil, castor oil... The choice is endless! You can mix your vegetable oil with an essential oil to take advantage of the action of their properties (especially tea tree oil against itching).
Store hair straighteners, hair dryers and other heated appliances in your closet and only take them out occasionally. In addition to damaging your lengths, they contribute to the irritation of your scalp and prolong the discomfort. Limit their use as much as possible!
The benefits of scalp massage are many. Indeed, they stimulate blood micro-circulation and restore vitality to the hair. They will be stronger and more resilient. In addition, the massage undeniably provides a feeling of well-being.
Regarding the scrub, it acts in the same way as the massage since the latter stimulates micro-circulation thanks to the grains that compose it. It promotes hair regrowth and fights against excess sebum.
Of course, healthy scalp and hair means good accessories. To gently dry the hair, without damaging it, the Hair Towel from Les Tendances d'Emma, made of ultra-absorbent bamboo, is ideal and allows quick drying of the hair without altering the hair fibres. For a healthy scalp and supple hair, we choose brushes and combs made from natural elements, respectful of the scalp, hypoallergenic and antistatic, such as those of the brand Tek . Brushing your hair regularly during the day activates microcirculation, eliminates dead hair and activates hair growth while respecting the production of sebum and keratin.
You now have all our tips for solving your itchy scalp problems. Share your experience in the comments :)
