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Moisturize My Scalp: 4 Tips for a Healthier Scalp
If you're looking for a way to have healthier hair, moisturizing your scalp is a great place to start. Whether you have curly or straight hair, scalp moisturizing can make a big difference in the health of your hair. Not only can it help you maintain a healthy scalp, but it can also make your hair look and feel healthier.
With the right products and techniques, you can easily take your hair care routine to the next level. In this article, we'll discuss 7 tips to help you moisturize your scalp and promote healthier hair. From using the right shampoo to applying natural oils, you'll find all the information you need to have healthier hair in no time.
Benefits of Moisturizing Your Scalp
Hydrated and moisturized hair follicles equates to healthier hair. When you scalp is dry, itchy, and flaky – it’s quite likely that your hair follicles are clogged and not producing the proper natural oils and hair growth that you might normally enjoy if your scalp was more moisturized.
A dry scalp is uncomfortable, especially at night as we lay down to sleep. When you’re not distracted by your day, all of our small irritations and ailments seem to make themselves known. A moisturized scalp is just more comfortable and one less thing to worry about.
Our Repairing Hair & Scalp Mask includes all the ingredients we’ve already mentioned, is easy to apply and ships for free in the US. You’ll love the delicious smell and the way it makes your hair feel stronger and scalp feel more moisturized.
Causes of Dry Scalp
Too Much Washing
When we wash our hair every day, sometimes twice a day if you visit your gym and feel the need to wash again, we run the risk of a dry scalp. Especially if you’re using products that contain sulfates and parabens, which are known for drying and stripping hair of natural, necessary oils. See how long you can go without a wash and plan your new routine based on that information. Perhaps you can skip a hair washing day on the weekend or beginning of the week when we’re busiest. Try a quality dry shampoo and spritz your roots to carry you through until the next wash. Especially in the winter, when the air tends to be drier and there’s a less chance of perspiring, you can probably get away with washing your hair slightly less often.
Too Many Styling Products
Not only do most mainstream styling products have harsh chemicals which give them the ability to sit on a store shelf or in inventory without spoiling but those chemicals can damage the proper balance and condition of our scalp. So many preservatives, fragrances, alcohols and synthetics can not only dry out your scalp but clog your pores, preventing proper secretion of precious natural oils in miniscule amounts to keep hair and scalp healthy.
Try to use less styling products and use them away from the hair closest to your scalp. Stick to the lower sections of hair and use sparingly. You’ll notice a big difference in the way your scalp feels and this will probably allow you to wash not as often since you won’t have as much product build up.
Psoriasis
Psoriasis is when your immune system is out of balance and causes your scalp and/or skin to product too many skin cells, therefore causing a build up. A good scalp exfoliator is a great item to consider, helping keep those hair follicles clear and healthy.
Ringworm
Ringworm sounds horrible, but it is a fungal infection – not actually any kind of worm. It’s quite contagious but easily resolved. I'm sure you’ve heard that apple cider vinegar is good for your hair, and an apple cider vinegar rinse is a great way to keep this fungus at bay or under control.
Actinic keratosis (AK)
AK sounds very offensive, but it’s really just of too much sun exposure resulting in dry, patchy skin. This can also effect your scalp, so getting into the habit of wearing a hat when you vacation or do outdoor activities is a great idea. Again a scalp exfoliation product is a great way to keep it under control.
Natural Remedies for Dry Scalp
Some natural ingredients can turn a dry skin around in no time. Some of these ingredients include:
Coconut oil: A jar of coconut oil from your local grocer is a life saver when it comes to a dry scalp, dry skin, dry nails, etc. Making a mask from this ingredient is an ideal home remedy.
Neem: While neem can sometimes smell funky, it is considered one of the number one dry scalp and hair remedies and has been for centuries.
Green tea: Green tea can help balance a dry scalp and it also contains antioxidants, which is great for healthier scalp skin and hair.
Gotu kola / Centella asiatica: Not only does gotu kola help with hair growth, but it is a great choice for a moisturized, healthier scalp.
Nettles: Nettles contains a high amount of antioxidants and minerals to help promote a healthier scalp as well as better hair growth.
Rosemary: Rosemary can help improve circulation as well as balance the skin and scalp. It’s a great addition to any hair product.
How to Moisturize Your Scalp
You can concoct your own home mask with all or any of the ingredients we’ve recommended. You scalp will most likely feel instantly calmer, more hydrated, less itchy and better overall.
Reduce your hair washing sessions to every other day or just a couple of times a week, and your scalp will in turn feel more hydrated and much better.
Minimize the products you’re using, which can strip scalp of important natural oils and clog pores and hair follicles, resulting in dry scalp and less than stellar hair growth.
Our Repairing Hair & Scalp Mask includes all the ingredients we’ve already mentioned, is easy to apply and ships for free in the US. You’ll love the delicious smell and the way it makes your hair feel stronger and scalp feel more moisturized.
Scalp Care Routine
A good scalp routine is essential, when trying to bring more moisture to the scalp and hair:
Start by choosing days you’ll wash your hair and identify the days you won’t but instead freshen hair up with a dry shampoo.
Follow with a shorter list of styling products, which tend to dry out the scalp as well as the hair. You’ll notice that if you wash less, you’ll need less in terms of styling products.
Consider letting your hair air dry and then once it’s dry styling with heat or wearing in a cool style that doesn’t require the use of drying heat appliances.
Sleep on a silk or satin pillowcase (this goes for men too) to help keep hair in place and soft. Cotton pillow cases tend to ruffle hair and don’t allow for enough slip when sleeping.
Conclusion
Whichever of these tips you consider using to help answer the question “how can I moisturize my scalp”, any combination of them will certainly result in a scalp that feels much better. Give our Repairing Hair & Scalp Mask a try and you’re scalp will thank you.
