Sunday 27 July 2014

Quick fixes for healthy hair and scalp

Dryness in the scalp can happen anytime round the year. But it is most common during winters. White loose powdery flakes in the hair are the common symptoms of this. The sebaceous glands produce oil for scalp. Due to extreme climate changes, not drinking enough water or any scalp problems these glands are dehydrated and not produce enough natural oils. Some people confuse this with dandruff. Dandruff is caused by yeast like fungus and grows very fast. The dead skin cells start to shed from the scalp and make it itchy. The mild inflammation is irritating and socially embarrassing.

Natural oils can treat the condition- Use natural oils to fight the dryness in the scalp. The oils which absorb easily in the scalp are highly recommended. Jojoba oil has similar properties of sebaceous gland’s natural oil. It also protects the scalp against bacteria’s. Olive oil and coconut oil have antibacterial properties. They are best suited for treating dandruff as well. Tea tree oil can be used for healing skin diseases. It acts strongly on the bacteria’s that cause dryness. You can rinse use hair with 10 drops of tea tree oil mixed in half a bucket of water for better results.

Take extra care in winters - Drier scalp in winters is very normal.  You need to be over sensitive for your scalp in winters. Treat yourself with a hot oil massage at least once a week. Drink plenty of water. This will resist the gland to be dehydrated. Cover your head while going out. This way you will save your head from sudden temperature change. Tie the hair when it's too windy. Cold waves can harm your hair as well as scalp. Rinse your hair with half a cup of apple cider vinegar mixed with three cups of water. It gives you relief from itchy scalp.

Rehydration is the key to healthy scalp - Treat yourself with steam sauna to rehydrate fizzy hair. Peppermint oil balances the dryness on the scalp by enhancing natural oil production. Do not wash hair with warm water. It sucks natural oil from the hair and scalp, leaving them dry. Use hot oil treatment once a week to nourish the scalp from inside. You can use olive oil, coconut oil or tea tree oil. Squeeze out excess water after shampoo. Apply oil from roots till ends of hair. Use your regular conditioner after that. This treatment works superbly on dryness in the scalp. Use a humidifier in your home to increase the air moisture.

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