CHOOSING A SHAMPOO FOR ITCHY SCALP
If your scalp itch is caused by dandruff, learn more about what causes it and which shampoo can calm your scalp and clean your hair.
Dandruff affects around 1 in 2 people in the world. Apart from visible flaking, the most common symptom is an itchy scalp. The sensitive skin on your scalp becomes irritated, and it responds by shedding the outer layers more quickly, attempting to get rid of dandruff-causing irritants.
This irritation causes an urge to scratch – which we advise against as it’s been shown to damage the scalp even more.
Not all itchy scalps are caused by dandruff
It’s true, there are many dermatological conditions that can lead to an itchy scalp – some conditions may require treatment by a doctor.
Most itchy scalps, however, are caused by dandruff – and it’s easily treated with the right shampoo.
How to treat an itchy scalp
An itchy scalp needs to be treated by a shampoo that;
Cleans – to rid the scalp of any dirt or grease that could break down into irritating substances
Calms – to relieve scalp discomfort with instant cooling freshness, containing ingredients like peppermint, eucalyptus and tea tree essence
Tackles the root cause – to keep the dandruff from coming back and causing scalp itch
