Discover the cause of scalp sensitivity and how to treat it with our tips, from choosing the right shampoo to simple changes you can make in your hair care routine.
The sensitivity of the skin on hands and face is often discussed, but few know that the scalp is the third most common area of the body to experience sensitivity.
Simply put, a sensitive scalp is one that exhibits reactions such as redness, itching, or dryness more easily than "normal" skin.
As with sensitive skin elsewhere on the body, scalp sensitivity can have a number of causes, including:
- allergic reactions
- dry or damaged skin
- environmental factors such as excessive heat or cold
Symptoms of a sensitive scalp If you have a sensitive scalp, you may notice these symptoms:
- redness
- itching
- dryness
If you also have dandruff, these symptoms could worsen, as scratching further damages the scalp's surface.
How to treat a sensitive scalp Scalp sensitivity has no cure, but there are many things you can do to manage it and prevent a flare-up of symptoms.
First, choose the right shampoo. Shampoos for sensitive scalps are designed to treat the scalp gently thanks to their hypoallergenic, dye-free formula.
But in addition to choosing the right shampoo, you can incorporate some simple changes into your hair care routine, such as reducing water temperature, to avoid factors that can cause symptoms to appear.
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