Itching of the scalp gives women and men a lot of trouble. One of the reasons skin can itch is dry scalp. Causes, symptoms, treatment methods - all these issues on this issue should be studied very seriously, because improper treatment can only aggravate the situation. Of course, itching of the scalp is not a joke and it is advisable to consult a doctor as soon as possible.
Determine the type of skin
There is a myth that only dry scalp can peel and itch, however, this is not entirely true. For example, dandruff, which in turn is one of the causes of itching, can be caused by both increased oily skin and dryness. Determining your skin type is easy. You need to take a white paper towel and rub it with it for 25 seconds. on the scalp. If there is a greasy mark on a napkin, you can assume that you have a greasy type of hair. If the napkin is still dry, then most likely you have either combination or dry scalp. What to do now? It is necessary to focus on the tips of the hair, if they are too dry and too cut, then you undoubtedly have a dry type, and if the tips are oily - combined.
Parasites attack
The first reason that itching can occur is the presence of lice and ticks on the person’s head. These parasites are very common now. In public transport, in the forest, they very easily penetrate the human integument, but they are difficult to notice. Ask relatives or acquaintances to examine you carefully to remove suspicion from this reason. If a tick is still found, you should immediately consult a doctor, since it is not always possible to independently remove it from the skin.
Dry seborrhea
Dry seborrhea is a well-known dandruff. It occurs when the scalp is too dry. As a result of this, the top layer of the cover begins to peel off, which we call dandruff. In this case, it is necessary to perform proper care of the scalp. With dry skin, it is necessary to use special products containing various oils. However, this is not always able to give a result, especially instantaneous.
Some women are worried about the question: “Why is the scalp dry and itchy after washing?”. Agree, because after washing the hair all the crusts from the head should be washed off and, at least for a while, the itching should stop. In this case, it is necessary to pay attention to the shampoo used when washing hair. As a rule, it is written on the curl care products for what type of hair they are intended: for oily, for dry, for normal. If the type is not indicated on the shampoo, then most likely there are some recommendations: for brittle hair, for often soiled, etc. It is necessary to select shampoo and balm that will nourish the scalp.
Hair care products - shampoos, balms, masks
Sometimes, even despite the fact that the girl uses shampoo for dry and brittle hair, the question still arises as to what to do if her head is scratched. In this case, it is necessary to pay attention to allergic reactions to the skin. Try changing all hair care products, perhaps one of them causes you to have an allergic reaction. In winter, curls are especially affected, therefore, an allergy to the material from which the headpiece is made may also appear. Do not panic if you pick up a bad shampoo and you have dry scalp and itching. What to do in such cases is no secret. First of all, it is necessary to change the hair product. It is best to take a treatment shampoo at the pharmacy for a while, it will help quickly restore the scalp.
Hairsprays and varnishes
You suddenly find that your scalp is dry and itchy. What if this has never happened before? All the blame may be hair dye, if you recently changed the image. Some types of paints can dry the scalp. If it is so necessary to be painted, and this causes skin irritation, try using balms for curls after painting, which will protect hair and scalp as much as possible.
Here is another secret for those who love to do different styling: if you use the same mousse or varnish for a long time, it can cause itching and skin irritation. In this case, try changing funds and choosing a different manufacturer.
Psychological factor
The scalp, like any other part of the human body, is very sensitive to stress and depression. A little nervous, you found that your scalp is dry and itchy. What to do in this situation, especially if you can not cope with nervous tension? In any case, the nervous system must be protected, so think about whether the game is worth the candle.
If depression or stress does not go away, and even the itching of the skin clearly starts to make you nervous, you need to see a doctor so that he prescribes a sedative medicine. Whatever you brush your hair on, nothing will help if the cause of itching is a nervous breakdown. Someone bites nails during stress, and someone scratches his head, everything is relative.
In addition, nerve conditions in humans greatly reduce immunity. Thus, it becomes readily available for many diseases. It is imperative to monitor the body's immune system and maintain it in proper condition.
Symptoms of skin itching in diseases of the nervous system
Skin itching in diseases of the nervous system differs significantly from other causes and most often occurs on dry skin. First of all, it is characteristic that it appears on its own and also disappears. Very often, women complain of sensations of movement on the skin of the head. In addition, a person usually does not even notice that scratching his head. Itching during stress can occur in other parts of the body. It is characteristic that, if this disease is not treated, it can develop into a more serious form - a person combes entire bleeding wounds on his head. If you realize that on the basis of nerves you start to itch again, try a head massage. Do not scratch your already dried skin with your nails. With light massaging movements, go all over your head.
Dry scalp: causes
What to do if dry scalp causes itching and irritation on the skin? As a rule, dry skin in this area can be caused by several factors: malnutrition, bad habits, hormonal failure in the body, and improper hair care. In addition, dry scalp can indicate serious inflammation that develops in the human body. However, in 60% of cases, it is the wrong diet and bad habits that cause this problem. Try to analyze your diet throughout the day - are there enough vitamins and fluids in it. It is known that a lack of vitamins in the body leads to fragility and dryness of hair.
After frequent washing of chic curls, itching of the scalp can also occur. What should I do if my hair becomes oily? Scientists have found that the more often we wash our heads, the more it becomes oily. Try to increase the “unwashed head” period by at least one day (that is, if you used to wash every day, now it is necessary every other day). After a week, most likely, you will be very surprised to find that your hair has stopped quickly oily.
Treatment of dry scalp. Folk remedies
Of course, only the trichologist can prescribe the necessary treatment after a thorough examination. However, there are a huge number of folk remedies that help moisturize the scalp and make curls smooth and shiny.
Very well moisturize the overdried skin of oil (sunflower and burdock). Before use, the oil needs to be slightly warmed up in a water bath. The hair should be divided into strands and in small quantities rub oil into the skin. You can use oil as a hair mask, but if you have a combined type of hair (the skin and roots are dry and the tips are oily), this is not recommended. The oil is very poorly washed, and the curls will have a "greasy appearance" a few days after washing off.
It helps very well with dry skin burdock root. Approximately 20 gr. This plant must be boiled for 15 minutes and cool. A decoction of burdock root can be rubbed into the scalp once a week. In the same way, you can brew and chamomile. It very favorably affects both the skin and the curls themselves.
Many women are not at risk of using various folk remedies, fearing that they might be harmful. On the one hand, the girl has dry scalp and itches. She does not know what to do, because it causes great discomfort. But, fortunately, there are tools that can be used without fear. Dry skin is explained by the fact that the skin is deficient in fat and lacks “nutrition”. The problem can be solved by rubbing your face cream. It is important that this is a proven cream that you have used more than once. Thus, you will avoid the allergic reaction that may appear when using a new cream.
However, there are contraindications in this wonderful method. If wounds are formed on the head as a result of combing, it is undesirable to apply cream to these places. For quick healing of wounds, use special medicines purchased at the pharmacy.