Cold wind, scorching sun, hair dryer, curling iron,chlorinated water - all this greatly affects the condition of the hair and scalp in general. As a result, itching, irritation, rashes, dandruff, tightness, hair loss. If you do not pay attention to the first signs in time, a serious exacerbation may occur over time. The situation becomes critical when small wounds begin to appear. In fact, it is very difficult to fight dry scalp on your own. You cannot cope with this problem with ordinary shampoos and balms, no matter how expensive the cosmetic products are. Therefore, the first thing you should do is make an appointment with a trichologist, and also take all the tests. After examination and finding out the cause of the disease, the specialist will prescribe the correct treatment.
Why there is dryness of the scalp and how to deal with it
- Staining
Aggressive substances that are contained in anypaint, do not have the best effect on the skin. Sometimes girls want to achieve a more saturated color by holding the composition for 10-15 minutes. This is fraught with burns, baldness and allergic reactions. That is why it is very important to read the instructions in advance, especially if the dyeing procedure is carried out at home. Of course, ideally, it is best to visit a specialized beauty salon. An experienced master will help you choose the right dye that will not cause side effects. Thus, if you have dandruff, try to dye your hair less often. The best option is once a month, not more often. Do not forget to test the products in advance. Apply a small amount of the product to your hair and wait 15-20 minutes. If the skin does not burn and itch, you can dye your entire head.
- Improper diet
Unfortunately, in the twenty-first century, girls are allcook food in the kitchen less often, preferring to use fast food. Often, beauties indulge in fast food. Such an unbalanced diet leads to obesity, vitamin deficiency, poor skin condition, brittle nails. Try to eat as many fresh vegetables and fruits as possible. In winter, when it is very cold and damp, buy citrus fruits (grapefruit, oranges, tangerines, lemons). In summer, give preference to cherries, apricots, strawberries, raspberries. Make salads from cucumbers, tomatoes, radishes, cabbage. At the same time, reduce the number of fried foods. Ideally, get a steamer, thanks to which the food will retain its beneficial properties. As a last resort, cook in the oven and use a special plastic sleeve. But under no circumstances season or marinate the ingredients with mayonnaise or oil. Also eat fermented milk products (fermented baked milk, kefir, sour milk), eggs (chicken or quail), oatmeal and cereals. Lard, pork and beef, canned food, spicy, salty dishes - all this is very harmful to your health. Lovers of spices and herbs in this case will have a hard time, since you will have to forget about such additives for a long time.
- Improper care
When choosing shampoos, masks and conditioners, alwayspay attention to whether they are suitable for your skin type. And remember, there are no universal care products for dry, oily and normal hair. Also, do not chase products that contain a lot of fragrances or dyes. Believe me, your body will not appreciate the presence of chemical additives. By the way, if you do find a good shampoo, use it as long as your hair reacts normally to it. As soon as dandruff appears or dryness returns, choose a new line. Remember once and for all, if you decide to change the brand, buy the whole set at once. Otherwise, there will be no benefit from the products. When choosing cosmetics, if you have very dry scalp, first of all, carefully study the composition. SLS is a very harmful component that is contained in almost all detergents. It is also used to remove rust from the car body. And it is added to such cosmetics so that it produces more foam. Therefore, try to find products that do not contain Sodium Laureth Sulfate.
- Wind, frost and sun
In summer, wear only panamas and caps, in winter –in warm hats. Even on the beach or in the mountains, wear an elegant scarf. Choose a hat made only of natural fabrics. The fact is that synthetic fibers do not allow air to pass through, as a result of which you will sweat a lot.
- Hormonal disorders
Pregnancy, childbirth, menopause, hidden diseases- all this can lead to a hormonal boom in a woman's body. And, as is known, our skin reacts sharply to any changes that occur inside us. In this case, you should not delay going to the doctor.
- Lack of Vitamin
First you will need to take a course of vitamins PP,A, B, D, E, naturally, only as prescribed by a doctor. When undergoing treatment, be sure to follow the instructions and do not consume more than indicated in the annotation. Do not forget to take short breaks to avoid hypervitaminosis. In order not to encounter this problem again in the future, try to include healthy foods in your diet. Remember, PP is found in tomatoes, cabbage, cheese. A - in fish, sour cream, cream. Sunbathing on the beach, you will provide yourself with vitamin D for the whole year. It can also be found in the liver.
- Thermal action
Try to style your hair as little as possible.curling irons, irons and curlers. If you need to dry your hair urgently, use a terry towel. It will absorb all the excess moisture and will not damage your hair. As a last resort, turn on the hair dryer at medium power.
- Wrong way of life
First of all, cigarettes and alcohol are very badaffect the condition of the skin. Try to eliminate bad habits from your life. Also, do not spend too much time in places where there is a lot of smoke. It is much worse to be a passive smoker than an active one. Start moving more and sign up for a gym. Regular physical activity, walks in the fresh air will help improve metabolism and normalize blood circulation. After work, walk home, and on weekends, go with your family to the forest or mountains.
- Skin diseases
Dry seborrhea is a rather serious disease,which causes the sebaceous glands of the head to stop functioning normally. As a result - white dandruff, irritation, flaking and itching. There are positive aspects here - you will not go bald. Only the condition of the hair will significantly worsen: it will become dull, brittle, will start to split and flake. Treatment of dry seborrhea should be carried out only after confirming the diagnosis. Usually, the doctor prescribes pharmaceutical drugs and medicinal herbs. In some cases, a specialist may advise combining ointments and shampoos with folk beauty recipes. During this period, it is very important to ensure proper hair care. So, for example, you cannot wash your hair too often. Optimally - once every two weeks in winter, 2 times every 10 days - in summer. In this case, use only purified or filtered water. Chlorinated tap water should be settled and boiled so that all harmful substances evaporate.
We are treated by folk methods from dry seborrhea
If you decide to treat dry scalpherbal decoctions, tinctures and masks, consult a dermatologist first. Before each procedure, conduct a small test to avoid an allergic reaction. And always follow the recipe and holding time.
- Mask from an onion
Grind a small amount of onion in a blender(1-2 pcs.), wrap the resulting gruel in a thin cloth or gauze folded in several layers. Massage the skin with this product for about 15 minutes, then wrap your head with a towel and put on a special plastic bag. After two hours, rinse your hair with chamomile decoction. If the smell is too strong, wash the strands with aromatic oils or shampoo. At the end, apply a nourishing balm. You can repeat the onion treatment after a month. If the skin only becomes drier after the procedure, you should stop the treatment. Women who are very afraid of onion aromas can use ordinary husks. It also has many useful properties. Just brew it with water so that the color is pale brown, and wash your hair with the decoction. The treatment is carried out once every three days (but for five weeks).
- Egg mask
Pour the beaten chicken into 70 g of hot wateryolk, add a tablespoon of vodka, mix everything thoroughly. Apply the product for about thirty minutes. Pay special attention to the hair roots and scalp. The base can be practically left alone. After the specified time, wash your hair with shampoo. You can do this mask once a week.
- Mask of oil
In proportion 1:1 mix warmed burdock and olive oil. If desired, you can add a couple of spoons of fresh flower honey. When the mask has cooled slightly, lubricate the scalp with it. The most important thing is to apply the product along the parting, leaving a 1 cm gap. Wrap your hair for an hour, then rinse everything with plenty of water. It is recommended to do the procedures on weekends, because you will not be able to remove all the fat from your hair the first time. To make the product work faster, massage your head with your fingertips just before starting.
- Mask from parsley
Take a small parsley root, pour itolive or castor oil. Boil the mixture in a steam bath for about 30 minutes, then strain and cool. Once every two days, thoroughly rub this product into the hair roots. The treatment is carried out in 2 courses, each - 15 procedures.
- Mask of poplar buds
In proportion 1:5 take dried poplar buds and olive oil. If desired, you can use old pork fat, it also eliminates dry seborrhea quite well. It is necessary to put the mixture in a water bath, after an hour - filter through gauze folded in two layers. It is recommended to use exactly the same as in the previous case.
- Decoction of herbs
Use conditioner insteaddecoctions of coltsfoot, calendula, rose hips. Naturally, one or two times will not be enough to achieve any visible results. Dry seborrhea will require long-term treatment - about 3 months, no less.
- Sulfur
Relatively recently they went on salequite good shampoos, which include sulfur. It is enough to use it 2-3 times a month to achieve a complete improvement in the skin condition. The only downside of this product is its rather high cost. Therefore, if you cannot buy such a product, use regular 10% sulfur ointment. Rub it into the skin every day for a week. On the eighth day, take a break, and on the 9th day, thoroughly rinse the hair with plenty of water. The final stage is treatment with a special solution made from boric acid. Be careful and do not overdo it with the ingredients, otherwise the hair may fall out. So, dissolve 2 teaspoons in 2/3 cup of warm water. Over the next three days, carry out the treatment. At night, smear the skin, wrap the head with a soft towel. A month later, repeat all the procedures again.
- Garlic
Grind nettle leaves and a couple of headsgarlic until a homogeneous gruel is obtained. Rub the mask into the scalp and leave it for 15 minutes, no more. Rinse with plenty of lukewarm water. It is recommended to add a little lemon juice or mustard powder to it beforehand. At the end, rinse the hair with chamomile infusion. Please note that herbs should be bought in pharmacies. Markets and underpasses may sell products collected near roads or grown in ecologically dirty areas.
- Burdock
The root of this plant has healing propertiesproperties. After using it, hair begins to grow much faster, dandruff disappears, itching and irritation pass. If desired, you can add St. John's wort, immortelle, tansy to the tincture. Brew 4 tbsp of herbs with water (1.5 cups), send it to infuse for a day in the refrigerator. Rub this mixture into dry scalp after each wash and leave it on your hair for 30 minutes. To prevent the liquid from spreading, be sure to wear a plastic cap. After the specified time, simply remove the bag, and dry your hair with a towel. Important! After the mask, do not rinse your hair with water.
- Aloe
Aloe is a unique plant that is capable ofcure you of dry seborrhea in just 3 months. Moreover, you will feel the first improvements on the second day after the procedure. To do this, mix 5 teaspoons of juice with 1 teaspoon of alcohol. This solution is used every other day. Store the product only in a dry, cool place, where direct sunlight does not fall. Ideally, a refrigerator or pantry.
How to avoid repeated dryness of the skin
Once you have gotten rid of the problem,you need to take all measures to prevent the disease from returning. So, first, change all the combs in the house that you used before. Buy a soft brush or a comb with rare teeth. Iron or hard plastic ones can scratch the scalp. The next step is to choose quality hair care products. It is great if you can consult a specialist (hairdresser, dermatologist, etc.) to find out what type you are. Often, people with dandruff think that they have oily hair. As a result of using shampoos, the skin becomes even more dehydrated, cracked and itchy. By the way, if the problem returns, you should not immediately undergo the same treatment as in the previous case. You will have to visit the doctor again and undergo an examination. Perhaps you simply did not finish the job, used the prescribed drugs incorrectly, or did not follow the precautions. In any case, the aggravation indicates that the previous method was not effective. We recommend reading: