Hats can protect you from the elements, show support for your team or simply create a fashion statement. Unfortunately, they can also cause an itchy scalp. Find out why, and how to stop it.
Itchy scalp can be a sign of dandruff. The itching sensation can be an indication that the microbe which causes dandruff is thriving, breaking down your scalp’s natural oils into irritating substances.
This whole process can be made worse by wearing a hat: the warm, humid microclimate created by the hat provides the perfect environment for the microbe to thrive, and can lead to a dandruff flare-up.
Itching can be particularly bad in winter, if you wear a woolly hat that keeps your scalp warmer than usual.
Sweat can also build up on your scalp and break down into substances that aggravate the irritation.
It’s easy to avoid the itch
Head & Shoulders Itchy Scalp Care Shampoo doesn’t just wash away impurities, oils and sweat that can bother your scalp: it also protects your scalp from itching in between washes – even when wearing your favorite hat.
Use it regularly to protect yourself against dandruff and stop the itch.
Do you have sensitive skin?
If you’ve tried our shampoo for an itchy scalp and it hasn’t improved, the cause might be something other than dandruff – for example, laundry detergent.
Hats sit very close to your delicate scalp, and irritating products that persist after washing can easily transfer to your skin and cause irritation.
Try switching to a gentler laundry detergent and see if it helps.
It could even be the material itself that doesn’t suit your skin. A particularly woolly or scratchy hat can cause friction against your skin and irritate your scalp.
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