Whether or not you have a genetic predisposition to sensitive skin, your scalp can still become irritated.
Sensitive vs. Sensitized Skin True sensitivity-related skin conditions are genetic – they’re typically the result of a flaw in the outermost protective layer of skin that allows irritants and allergens to more easily penetrate the skin.
Sensitized skin, on the other hand, is the result of environmental factors that damage its outer layer. These include:
- Pollution
- Heat and UV damage
- Hormonal changes
- Poor diet
Sensitized skin often exhibits the same symptoms as genetically sensitive skin – it easily becomes irritated, inflamed, reddened and itchy.
How to Treat a Sensitive Scalp If you see signs of scalp sensitivity, your best bet is to choose a gentle shampoo that’s designed to treat sensitive skin with kid gloves.
Our Purely Gentle sensitive scalp shampoo has a gentle formula with aloe vera extract. It is proven to provide a feeling of relief to the skin.
So, even if your scalp is easily irritated, you can use Purely Gentle every day to make your hair look great, and up to 100% flake-free.
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