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Remember the rule: the better you take care of your scalp, the thicker and more beautiful your hair will be. We give advice on proper care and recommend effective products.
Why do we need scalp care
The skin on the head is no less delicate and sensitive than on the face. And needs no less maintenance. Its absence will sooner or later affect the quality of the hair. What other factors affect the health of the scalp and hair?
Stress
“Stress, tension, emotional instability – all this not only injures our nervous system, but also disrupts tissue trophism, causing fibrosis around the hair follicles and hair loss,” explains Ekaterina Turubara, Vichy medical expert. – In addition, stressful situations provoke changes in the synthesis of sebum. All this is not the best way to affect the health of the scalp and hair.
Check how your hair feels.
Unbalanced nutrition
Rigid diets, unbalanced nutrition, drinking disorders, as well as smoking and alcohol do not benefit the scalp.
Deficiency of vitamins and minerals
Substances obtained by the body from food, as well as dietary supplements and vitamin complexes, reach the skin and hair last. Just be aware of this if you decide to neglect care, reassuring yourself with the phrase “well, I take vitamins.”
Hair health depends on the condition of the scalp.
Styling products
On the one hand, styling products are protection against the drying effect of thermal styling devices and the negative effects of the environment. On the other hand, they accumulate on the scalp and, mixing with particles of dirt and sebum, create problems for the growth of healthy hair. Regular exfoliation will help.
Weather
Cold wind and low temperatures in winter supercool the scalp, which leads to a spasm of superficial capillaries, which means that it deprives the hair follicles of nutrition. This leads to a lack of vitamins and, as a result, problems in the form of:
dandruff;
dry hair;
tip sections.
In summer, ultraviolet radiation affects the hair and scalp. It loosens the hair cuticle, and its core becomes dry.
The scalp is sensitive to the weather.
disease
“Hair is a marker of the state of the body,” says Ekaterina Turubara. – If they fall out, become dry and brittle for no apparent reason, visit a therapist. Failures in the work of the body lead to a deterioration in the structure of the hair, the sebaceous glands cease to perform their functions in full. Possible reasons for this condition may be:
infectious diseases;
high fever for several days;
diseases of internal organs, often these are helminthiases or long-term inflammatory processes;
taking certain medications – immunomodulators disrupt the functioning of hair follicles, and powerful hormonal drugs sometimes provoke hair loss.
Proper scalp and hair care
The basic rules of care are regularity and properly selected cosmetics.
Wash your hair as it gets dirty. Rules like “wash every day” or, conversely, “once every three days” do not exist.
Do not use too hot or cold water. The best option is 37-38 ° C.
Choose a shampoo according to the condition of your hair, type of scalp, existing problems. If you dye your hair, use special shampoos for colored hair.
Use a balm it closes the scales of the hair and facilitates combing.
Make a mask for hair 2-3 times a week.
Apply to ends leave-in products based on oils and silicones.
Choose shampoo “according to indications”.
Each of these products has its own mission.
Shampoo and peeling agent are used for gentle and deep cleansing.
The conditioner makes hair smooth.
Balm and mask are aimed at healing the hair and scalp.
Leave-in products enhance the effect of other care products, remove static electricity, protect the tips from the thermal effects of a hair dryer, flat iron and curling iron.
5 hair and scalp care tips
If the scalp is healthy, it does not require special care. It is enough to monitor your health in general:
adhere to the rules of a healthy diet;
observe the drinking regime (drink clean non-carbonated water at the rate of 30 ml per 1 kg of body weight per day);
avoid prolonged exposure to the sun or frost.
But for residents of the metropolis, such a case is a rarity. Therefore, we recommend that you take our advice into service.
1. Humidification
One of the most common problems of the inhabitants of the stone jungle is too dry scalp due to violations of the barrier functions of the skin.
Your actions: use leave-in lotions with a moisturizing effect after cleansing the skin and hair – they will help restore the pH balance. Look for amino acids, oils, wheat proteins in the composition.
2. Exfoliate
Exfoliation is an extremely important and necessary procedure for those who cannot imagine their life without styling products. It is almost impossible to wash off their remnants from the scalp, so it is recommended to peel once or twice a month.
Your actions: use cleansing masks, shampoos, special products for deep cleansing based on AHA acids. Apply the product to the skin, distribute with massaging movements. Massage will help improve blood circulation and have a beneficial effect on the condition of the hair follicles.
3. Night care
While we are resting, the scalp restores damaged cells, improves all their life support systems.
Your actions: before going to bed, apply a mask, special night care or oil to your hair and scalp.
4. Massage
Pleasant sensations are a bonus effect of scalp massage, the main tasks of which are:
relieve stress;
help improve blood circulation;
nourish the hair follicles.
Your actions: massage with fingertips or a massage comb. Session time is 10-15 minutes.
5. Hair oil
Oils strengthen, moisturize, restore, smooth hair. By creating an invisible film on the hair, they protect them from the aggressive effects of the environment. But with this tool, the main thing is not to overdo it – apply it in a small amount.
Your actions: oil is applied along the entire length of the hair, without affecting the scalp. If the hair is wet, the oil will nourish it and make it softer, if it is dry, it will add shine. Rub a couple of drops of oil in your palms and distribute along the length of your hair.
Scalp care tips
Take care of your scalp regularly.
Cleanse your hair and scalp as it gets dirty.
Wear a hat in winter and a hat or panama in summer.
Exfoliate your scalp 1-2 times a month.
After washing your hair, use care products – masks, balms, conditioners.
Review of
Soothing shampoo-care for dry hair Dercos, Vichy protects sensitive scalp from aggressive factors. The panthenol included in the composition moisturizes the hair and strengthens its structure, promotes better adhesion of the scales. Apply the product to damp hair, massage the scalp, rinse with warm water.
Soft physiological shampoo-gel Kerium, La Roche-Posay gently cleanses the scalp and restores its hydro-lipid balance (subject to regular use). Suitable for frequent use.
Express conditioner “Double elixir. Complete recovery 5″ for damaged hair Elseve, L’Oréal Paris used after shampoo. The product contains calendula extract and shine serum. As a result, the hair, weakened by regular styling and lightening, becomes elastic, shiny and full of strength.