If you have a dry scalp, styling your hair the wrong way can make the problem worse. We’re talking about brushing and drying, as well as styling. Find out how to style your hair without aggravating your scalp.
Check your products
Some styling products can irritate a sensitive scalp, depending on the ingredients you are sensitive to.
It often takes trial and error
It’s hard to know what products will affect your scalp, so you’ll need to experiment to find what works for you.
Clear away build-up
Build-up can trap potential irritants on the scalp. Over time, these can even break down into potential irritants, which can damage the scalp.
When the outer layer of the scalp is damaged, it further weakens the skin’s natural defenses, causing it to lose more essential moisture and making the scalp even drier.
So avoid build-up and use a clarifying shampoo at least once a week.
Then use a conditioner to keep your hair soft and moisturized.
Go natural every now and then
Leave your hair natural at least once a week, more if possible. This means you won’t use any styling products. Your hair and scalp will rest and forget the stress caused by styling products.
Use heat sparingly
Try to let your hair dry naturally. The heat from hair dryers, curling irons, or straighteners can be very intense, and if you’re not careful, you could damage your scalp.
Use a lower heat setting and don’t hold the hair dryer too close to your scalp.
The same goes for straighteners, curling irons, and other heat-styling tools. Be careful when using them and try not to use them every day, so your hair and scalp don't get too stressed.
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