Why Scalp Care Is Important? Importance Of Healthy Scalp

If you are a skincare enthusiast, you would have realized that skin care has transformed into a giant behemoth with ten different arms. On one end, there is the ever trendy, nine-step Korean skincare regime, on the other hand, there are the free-wheeling DIY resources available freely on the Internet. There are immense resources dedicated to giving the best of hair and skin care to consumers, in a wide range of products spanning an equally wide price range. You too, would have bought these products to save your skin from the ravages of time and pollution.

But have you ever paid as much attention to your poor scalp? No, we don’t mean your hair. We mean your scalp, the soil where your luscious mane takes root. Probably not. Or maybe you have, in the past when you suffered from a particularly bad case of dandruff. But your scalp deserves more than that.

Why? Because of the many, many treatments we use on our hair, whether it’s getting it chemically treated to make it straighter, or getting it colored or just teasing it and blow drying it to add a little volume. While you might think this has nothing to do with your scalp, it is your scalp which is bearing the brunt of all these treatments. In fact, this coupled with the dust, surfactants, grime, and pollution it accumulates every day, further damage it badly.

But it’s time for a change. Now that we have established the seriousness of the situation, let’s see why we need a healthy scalp and how we can achieve it.

  • Your Scalp Is Just An Extension Of Your Face
Your Scalp Is Just An Extension Of Your Face

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Yes, it wouldn’t be wrong if you included scalp care as a part of your skin care. The scalp is just an extension of our face and is embedded with a huge number of sweat glands, sebaceous glands, and hair follicles. It also has a smaller barrier function than that of the skin present on the other parts of our body. Therefore, including scalp care in your skincare regime is a step in the right direction.

  • Scalp Care Is A Three-Step Process
Scalp Care Is A Three-Step Process

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If you want to develop a proper scalp care regime, keep in mind its three pillars: cleansing, re-balancing, and moisturizing. Make sure that you clean it thrice a week with a mild cleanser, and then use a scalp-mask to restore the balance to it by providing it with much-needed moisture. In case, you have some specific scalp concerns, you should look into them by going to a dermatologist or a salon and asking for a concern-specific treatment.

  • This Is The Best Way To Shampoo For Preserving Scalp Health
This Is The Best Way To Shampoo For Preserving Scalp Health

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When it comes to shampooing, the proper distribution of the product, lather, and massage are the key elements that determine its effectiveness. After applying the shampoo, distribute it across the scalp using circular movements to gently massage the scalp and work up a lather. Follow it up with another application of shampoo to thoroughly clean the scalp. Follow it up with a gentle massage to improve the blood circulation in the scalp.

  • What Causes The Scalp To Become Dry Or Oily? How Can We Prevent That?
What Causes The Scalp To Become Dry Or Oily How Can We Prevent That

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The oiliness in your scalp is a result of overstimulation of the sebaceous glands in your scalp, which can be caused by hormones. On the other hand, dryness in the scalp can be a result of the lack of sebum and sweat. If you have an oily scalp you should avoid using hot water to wash it. Both these concerns can be treated if you use specifically formulated shampoos to treat them.

  • Is Dandruff A Sign Of Deteriorating Scalp Health?
Is Dandruff A Sign Of Deteriorating Scalp Health

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The flaking that you see in a case of dandruff is nothing but the accelerated production of scalp cells, which is set off by micro-organisms. The visible flakes might be embarrassing for the person suffering from it, but mostly it’s a sign of an inflamed scalp. Using anti-bacterial shampoos can help you control it significantly.
However, in extreme cases, it can be seen as a sign of an underlying condition such as eczema, psoriasis, etc (1).

  • Does Shampooing Everyday Result In Bad Scalp Health?
Does Shampooing Everyday Result In Bad Scalp Health

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The answer to this question would vary from person to person. So someone who travels a lot or spends a lot of time sweating, outside, should ideally wash/cleanse their scalp every day. But if you don’t venture outside a lot and your hair has limited contact with the external environment, then you can afford to skip a day between two consecutive shampooings.

The basic principle of scalp care is proper care and conditioning of the scalp and protection from the external environment. You can do so by covering your head with a scarf or hat when you venture out, having a healthy meal and using nourishing masks to keep it hydrated. This can ensure that your scalp stays in great and so does your hair along with it.

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