We’ve all been there: the cold weather arrives and suddenly you are experiencing a dry, itchy, flaky scalp. Some of us dread the months of cold and holiday cheer because we don’t want to experience this feeling again. Luckily, you don’t have to. We have done the research for you, and made a list of ways for you to say goodbye to dry scalp, and hello to holiday cheer!
What Causes Dry Scalp and How Can It Be Fixed?
1. Have You Been Brushing Your Hair Wrong?
Brushing your hair every day is even more important than just getting rid of tangles! It also helps in getting rid of dead skin cells on your head and increases your blood flow. If you don’t brush your hair every day, the dead skin cells will accumulate and will create dandruff. If you brush or comb your hair with too much force, you will irritate the skin and cause more inflammation.
The first step to perfectly brushed hair is finding the right brush. This paddle brush by Shu Uemura features a premium mix of pure boar and rounded-tip nylon bristles to massage and stimulate the scalp. First, brush by starting at the root of your hair. After your root and scalp have been brushed, move the brush down to the ends of your hair to get rid of tangles. Brushing your hair like this twice a day will help get rid of dead skin cells and increase blood flow, which will help your dry scalp. For added help, use a detangling leave-in for your hair to be renourished and ready for styling.
2. Could Your Skin Be Dry?
During the wintertime, your skin is especially susceptible to dryness. The temperature drops and the heat inside is turned up, which causes dryness in the skin. Dry skin can also be caused by diet, dehydration, or for medical reasons. If you believe a medical reason could be the cause of your dry skin, contact a doctor or licensed professional.
Since there are many causes, there are also many cures for dry skin. Make sure you’re drinking plenty of water each day and moisturizing with quality products. The Kerastase Specifique product line includes the Dermo-Calm Shampoo. Specifically made for dry and sensitive scalp, this shampoo is silicone-free, hypoallergenic, cleanses and soothes the scalp, reduces scalp itchiness, and gives hair a light, airy feel.
3. Are Professional Hair Products Really Worth It?
Using drug-store or supermarket hair products has many downsides. It is important that in-between salon visits you are taking the best care of your hair you possibly can, and you will save money in the long run. Non-professional hair products contain chemicals that can cause irritation to sensitive and dry skin and major damage to your hair and scalp.
Finding professional products for your hair is not as hard as it seems. Some hair care companies to look at are Kerastase, Shu Uemura, L’oreal Professional, and Baxter of California for men. To explore professional hair products that are perfect for you, check out our online store.
Banish Dry Scalp for Good
The best way to find out exactly how to fix your dry scalp is from a licensed professional. At Jyl Craven Hair Design, our stylists will diagnose your hair and scalp with the Kerascope Hair Diagnostic Tool. This tool uses up to 500x magnification to see exactly what you need to treat your exact hair needs. Our stylists then create a unique prescribed haircare regimen just for you. We are located in Canton, GA, and have guests from all over the area, including Atlanta, Marietta, Woodstock, and Kennesaw come to us for their haircare. You can make a reservation with us using our online scheduler, and we would love to assist you in banishing your dry scalp for good!
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