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WHY IS MY SCALP SO ITCHY? COMMON CAUSES & FIXES

Have you ever wondered: why is my scalp so itchy?

It is important to identify the cause of your itchy scalp because once you know this you can pick an effective and proven treatment. Understanding the cause of your itchy scalp comes from knowing your scalp type, recognizing your secondary symptoms and identifying potential danger areas in your scalp care routine.

1. Dry scalp

Dry skin could simply be the cause of your itchy scalp. Just as the skin on your arm gets itchy when it’s dry, so does your scalp. Try to keep your skin hydrated so it is smoothed, as if it is left the scalp can easily become irritated and itchy.

2. Allergic reaction

Your itchy scalp could be as simple as an allergic reaction to a new hair product. It is not uncommon for patients to suddenly react to a new fragrance or preservative found in shampoo, hair dye or other hair product. Allergy testing can be done if you are having trouble determining the ingredient or substance that is causing the reaction.

3. Dandruff

A very common cause of an irritated, itchy and flaky scalp. It’s the most talked about itchy scalp condition with the most readily available treatment products. If dandruff is the cause of your itchy scalp, you will be spoilt with choices for how to reverse it.

Symptoms Of Dandruff
Itching
Flaking
White or yellow flakes
Reddened skin
4. Product build up

Hair styling products are a key cause of product build-up, especially those containing silicones. In the beginning they make your hair smooth and shiny. With time, if not washed out, they make your hair dull, limp and lifeless. Product build-up can make your scalp dry, itchy, red and irritated for many reasons.

5. Stress

Stress can cause dandruff and an itchy scalp. Anxiety can also lead to an itchy scalp, according to dermatologists. The top of your head might be a reflection of what's going inside your head.

Stress can make your body release pro-inflammatory chemicals that mess your scalp's barrier function. When the barrier function is compromised, it is easy for moisture to escape. When this happens, your regular and mild hair care products can also aggravate the condition further.

Symptoms Of Stress
Itchiness
Dry scalp
How to treat itchy scalp:

1. Check The Ingredients In Your Hair Products

2. Clean Your Scalp Regularly

3. Use a Scalp Oil

4. Exfoliate

Double cleansing is very important! ✨ It ensures that our skin throughly clean before before we apply the rest of our routine.

THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN MOISTURIZING AND HYDRATING SKIN

What exactly is hydration? Is it the same as moisture? And with so many different products claiming to give you the hydrated skin you crave — oils and creams and gels, oh my! — how do you choose one that actually gives your skin the potent dose of moisture it needs?

Many see “hydration” and “moisture” as interchangeable words that describe the same thing, believing a skin hydrator is the same as a moisturizer. This is a common misconception and an easy mistake to make. In reality, these are two very different types of products specifically formulated to serve a different specific purpose for your skin.

Which is best for your skin type?

There are a ton of different products on the market, from balms to oils to creams, gels to ointments to hydrators — but the truth is, most of them do the same thing.

Read the ingredients and experiment. Sometimes your skin might do better with only a moisturizer or hydrator, not both. By learning exactly how your skin likes to drink, you maximize your way to hydrated skin.

So, do you need hydration, moisturization — or both?

If you picked the third option, you're correct! Ideally, you hydrate a little, moisturize a little and should be good to go — but everyone's skin is unique, so finding the correct balance between both is important.

If your skin still feels like it's missing something, here's how to tell if you need to boost your hydration, moisturization or the two together.

Is your skin dehydrated? If your skin tends to look thin and dull, or wrinkles and sagging skin are more noticeable than usual, chances are your skin is dehydrated.
Does your skin need moisture? If your skin feels rough and flaky, you might need to be a little more liberal with the moisturizer.
Are you dehydrated and lacking moisture? If all of those symptoms sound a little too familiar, your skin is trying to send a message — specifically, "I'm parched!" To rediscover your natural, healthy glow, step up both your hydration and moisturization efforts.
Tips for hydrating vs moisturizing your skin

A lot of skin hydration comes down to drinking water. That probably comes as no surprise! However, living with a water bottle attached to your hip is far from your only option.

Another effective way to boost hydration is with the use of skincare ingredients known as humectants, which attract water and draw it into skin cells. Oats, for example, contain humectant properties that keep skin feeling soft and hydrated. In fact, raiding your pantry in search of hydration can give you a few possibilities to work with — honey and aloe also have their own natural humectant properties.

To moisturize skin, seek out emollient ingredients. Emollients help diminish water loss and make skin feel smooth and soft. When choosing a moisturizer for your skin, it's important to know your skin type. Seed butters and waxes are heavier emollients best suited for extremely dry skin, while natural oils are a lighter option good for all skin types.

So, drink up and give your skin some TLC with a good moisturizer twice per day. Flakiness and sagging, beware — this dynamic duo doesn't take dryness sitting down!