Just like the skin of the body your scalp needs moisture too, dehydrated scalp can lead to dryness and itchy scalp. As winter is on its way it’s better to be prepared for those dry days. There are many ways to hydrate your scalp, follow our top tips and tricks to moisturise dry and itchy scalp.
1. Oil Your Scalp:
There are many oils to choose from you can use coconut, olive, almond or argan oil. Apply only on your scalp or hair and let it stay for at-least 5-6 hours or overnight. This will not only moisturise your scalp but also strengthen your hair and roots.
Tip: warm coconut and olive oil in microwave for a few seconds then apply on your scalp and hair use a old towel or scarf wrap your head (wrap for at least 30 minutes)this will help the oil to penetrate in the first layer of the skin. Wash it off after a few hours.
2. Use a Moisturising Shampoo:
Use a gentle shampoo that doesn’t strip off your scalp’s natural oil and cleanse your scalp at the same time. Use a shampoo formula that includes hyaluronic acid or argan or tea tree oil to keep your problem area moisturised. Also limit your shampoo wash for 2-3 times per week.
3. Try some DIY Home Remedies:
• Lemon Mask: Mix 2 tablespoons of freshly squeezed lemon juice, 2 tablespoons of water and 2 tablespoons of olive oil/coconut oil in a bowl. Massage the liquid with your fingers into your scalp and leave it on for 30 minutes before rinsing, shampooing and conditioning hair.
• Banana Mask: Mash up one banana in a bowl using a fork. Stir in 1 tablespoon of honey and 2 tablespoon of almond oil/coconut oil. Massage the mixture onto your scalp with your fingers. Cover your head with a shower cap or scarf and wait 20 minutes. Rinse, shampoo and condition your hair as usual.
• Vinegar Mask: Mix one part of white vinegar and one part of water in 50-50 ratio. Pour it onto your scalp after shampooing and conditioning. Do not rinse out the vinegar solution. Let it dry onto your scalp.
4. Say NO to Heat:
Blow drying and heat-styling tools can suck the moisture from your hair and scalp. Instead of blow drying, curling or straightening your hair, try no heat hairstyles like messy bun, braids etc. If you still need to use heat (for special occasions), use a hair protection spray to protect your scalp and and hair.
5. Use Exfoliating Scalp Scrub:
Show your scalp some love! Find a good exfoliating scalp mask and use it once a week. An exfoliating mask can remove dead skin and clears product buildup from your scalp. Use organic/herbal product to keep unwanted chemicals away from your scalp.
6. Increase Your Water Intake:
H2O is the true beauty supplement. Drinking enough water each day can really help to moisturise your scalp. Drinking at least 8-10 glasses is advised for better skin and health.
7. Add Omega-3 to Your Diet:
Omega-3 fatty acids are great for your hair and skin. Choose foods which are rich in omega-3 like dried nuts, soya bean, flax seeds, and salmonor take a daily supplement as prescribed by your doctor.
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