Dry Itchy Scalp
by Muhid Miah
I am an 18 year old male. I have a itchy scalp and maybe that's because I have flakes. If it is dandruff, can you tell me what helps prevent this and what shampoo I should use? I also want to grow a lot more hair, so should I use extra virgin olive oil? Which hair oil do you think will help me? Thank you! **************** Sounds like you have dry scalp which is causing your scalp to itch, which is causing your scalp to flake. Itchy scalp can be caused by a number of different things. You may have developed a skin condition like Seborrheic Dermatitis or Psoriasis. These conditions are often accompanied by a yeast that forces your skin to grow more rapidly than it normally would. The overabundance of skin encourages itching. You should also make sure you haven't got head lice, which can also cause itching and flaking. One of the best treatments for dry itchy scalp is to get the right shampoo. You should look for tonics or shampoos that are specially formulated for dry itchy scalp. Check to make sure their pH is between 4.5 and 5.5 if possible. Other solutions are to buy dandruff shampoo's. There are many on the market that will help. Extra virgin olive oil and coconut oil are both a great way to help dry scalp. Warm them up before use and massage the oil into your scalp for a few minutes before you shampoo. If you want to grow your hair longer, try biotin supplements. |
