Bad shampoo, psoriasis … Several causes are responsible for itching of the scalp. Identifying them early allows you to set up the right solutions and find a peaceful scalp. Advice with Dr. Paul Dupont, dermatologist, author of the book Care his skin naturally at Eyrolles editions.
The scalp is the name given to the skin covering the skullon which the hair grows. The scalp is a region rich in blood vessels, which explains that a head of the head often bleeds abundantly. The hair grows according to several phases and in the terminal phase, naturally falls, replaced by new. Some diseases are responsible for premature hair loss; This is the case of androgenetic alopecia, generalized loss, frequent in humans, or excavationloss located by plates. In the event of failure of the treatment of the cause, the hair implantation is possible by performing hair transplants in the scalp.
“The scalp can be the seat of itching, even sensations of burns, especially when it is dry; it then tends to irritate itself and become painful. Sometimes there is a hypersensitivity and redness. In the event of too strong seborrhea, it can also grow strongly ” explains Dr. Paul Dupont.
The itching touching the scalp can have many causes.
- Too irritating a shampoo; “Some preservatives still tolerated in shampoos are hyper-sensitizing. This is the case with methyl-isothiazolinone which is a source of irritation and scratching”specifies the dermatologist.
- A parasite : We must also systematically seek parasites like lice.
- Dandruff.
- A skin disease like eczema, seborrheic dermatitis or psoriasis causing skin lesions accompanied by itching.
- THE Coloring and stress can also be aggravating factors.
“Chronic itching of the scalp should lead to consult a dermatologist so that a diagnosis can be established and that suitable care can be offered”, advises the specialist.
The treatment of itching of the scalp is done after determining their cause. The most common cause in children is the Pediculosis of the scalpterm designating an infestation by the head lice; The discovery of Lentes must lead to processing by 2 applications of lotions 8 days apart.
• Dry scalp
A dry scalp is due to an insufficiency of sebum secreted by the sebaceous glands. Your scalp needs to be hydrated. You can Massage your scalp with salt, This will remove dead cells and unclog the clogged pores. A Olive oil mask will also hydrate your scalp. To do this, just heat a little olive oil with water, rub your scalp with this mixture and let stand 1 to 2 hours before rinsing and washing your hair with a soft shampoo. It is also possible to use masks for dry hair, based and egg yolk which is rich in phospholid and oils such as that of shea, avocado or copra.
“In the event of mycotic dermatitis, you must favor products based on selenium sulfide”
• Fat scalp
A fatty hair is generally caused by a hormonal disruption : the sebaceous glands that are located at the scalp produce a surplus of sebum. To solve this problem, it is important to ventilate your scalp, in particular by massaging it and why not, to call on natural remedies, such as theApplication of fresh lemon juice (let stand for 20 minutes then rinse) or the scalp massage with coconut milk or jojoba oil. “Certain ingredients such as salicylic acid are incorporated into shampoos to limit inflammation. In the event of mycotic dermatitis, it is necessary to favor products based on selenium sulfide”, explains the specialist; THE citrus or nettle assets may help limit seborrhea and slow down the cell regeneration process. THE Clay absorbent powders Or with exfoliating products are also effective. Finally, it is preferable to Rinse your hair with hot water then cold In order to close pores and limit sebum production.
