A healthy scalp is perhaps one of the most important factors in hair health. If there are dermatological problems in the head, the hair will thin and become dull or brittle. Taking care of the scalp is quite complicated, several operations and sometimes personalized treatments are required; however, by doing it right, you can keep looking good as you age.
Steps
Part 1 of 3: Follow a Healthy Diet for Scalp Wellness
Step 1. Eat some protein
This nutrient is important for the health of the scalp and hair. Try eating protein foods that contain other important nutrients, such as zinc, iron, and vitamin B; for example, you can consume beef, eggs, shrimp, bacon, pumpkin seeds, cottage cheese, and salmon.
Step 2. Take your vitamins
Vitamins A and C contribute to the circulation of oxygen in the scalp. To consume them, eat blueberries, carrots, sweet potatoes, spinach, walnuts, and peppers. All of these foods contain different nutrients that promote the health of the skin of the head; the best is to supplement the diet with multivitamin products.
- To "get your fill" of vitamin C, eat larger amounts of peppers, blueberries, and dark green leafy vegetables.
- Vitamin A is found in sweet potatoes, dark green leafy vegetables and carrots.
Step 3. Incorporate iron, zinc and folic acid into your diet
Zinc limits hair loss and helps get rid of dandruff; folic acid encourages epithelial cells to regenerate; the iron prevents the hair from becoming thin or dull. Oysters, peas, lentils, and plums are excellent sources of these minerals.
- If you want to supplement even more iron, you can eat larger amounts of beef, chicken liver, oysters, clams, mussels and sardines.
- To consume extra zinc, increase your servings of oysters, crab, lobster, meat, legumes, nuts, dairy products, and fortified cereals.
- To get folic acid, make your own meals of asparagus, broccoli, beans, lentils, avocados, nuts, seeds, cauliflower, carrots, and okra.
Step 4. Cut back on sugars
Its consumption worsens cases of dandruff; therefore try not to overdo it with drinks, baked goods and sweets. Many processed foods are high in sugar.
Part 2 of 3: Taking Care of Your Hair and Scalp the Right Way
Step 1. Brush your hair every day
This simple gesture stimulates circulation and distributes the sebum on the head; if possible, try to use a brush with natural bristles, because plastic ones do not spread the sebum as effectively as those made with plant material or boar hair.
Step 2. Wash your hair every two to three days
A higher frequency eliminates the natural sebum, while more sporadic washes allow the accumulation of oils on the scalp, slowing down hair growth. If your hair is particularly oily, you can wash it once a day with a mild sulfate-free shampoo.
- As you wash them, try to massage your scalp to get rid of dead skin cells and stimulate blood circulation. take a couple of minutes to do this applying firm pressure.
- Each individual needs a different type of shampoo; Get advice from your hairdresser to find out which product is best for you.
Step 3. Apply conditioner
It helps to hydrate the scalp and it is important to use it after shampooing, as washing can dry out the skin; remember to apply it every time you wash your hair and massage it deeply into your head.
Press on the skin gently with your fingertips and massage the scalp with small circular motions
Step 4. Use essential oils
Some of them, such as tea tree, should be rubbed into the skin before going to bed and washed off with shampoo upon awakening; if you follow this ritual once every two or three days, you can stimulate hair growth.
- Sometimes, essential oils are too concentrated to be applied directly to the scalp; be sure to buy a mixture that is already diluted.
- Rub the product vigorously into the skin, as an integral part of the head massage.
- Various oils are believed to have distinctive effects. Basil promotes hair growth and fights oily skin; lavender oil is a treatment against itching and dandruff.
Step 5. Choose an exfoliating shampoo to use once a month
Dead skin cells constantly build up on the scalp, blocking hair growth. Over time, this phenomenon makes the hair thinner; if you want thick, glowing hair, you should purchase an exfoliating shampoo and take the time to scrub away the dead cells.
Read the manufacturer's instructions on how to use exfoliating shampoo
Step 6. Massage the scalp
By applying essential oils with a vigorous action and firm pressure, you can enjoy far more benefits; you can have a massage yourself or rely on a professional to get even better results.
- Press your fingertips into your scalp and apply gentle pressure. Then move your fingers around the skin in small circular motions.
- You can do this while shampooing, or you can use a natural oil such as coconut, olive, or almond oil to massage your scalp.
Part 3 of 3: Preventing Damage
Step 1. Protect yourself from sunburn
They are able to make the scalp thinner and eventually this damage can affect the hair becoming finer. To protect the skin on your head from the harmful action of the sun, wear a hat when you are in a sunburn situation.
It is not at all true that wearing a hat promotes hair loss, it is just a baseless rumor. Conversely, not using it when exposed to the sun causes a self-sustaining problem, because sunburn weakens the skin, which in turn makes hair thin, which in turn leaves larger areas of scalp exposed
Step 2. Use hairdressing products responsibly
Hair-fixing substances, such as hairspray and gel, are difficult to remove with a simple wash. These chemicals build up on the skin of the head, irritating it and inhibiting hair growth. If you have to use them, then wash your hair with a special purifying shampoo once a month to get rid of any build-up.
Step 3. If you feel a tingle when dyeing your hair, be careful
This feeling is not normal; if you feel it, it means that the scalp is too dry. Talk to your hairdresser, wash your hair less often - or use a milder shampoo - and apply hair oil more often.
Step 4. Get rid of dandruff
If you have white flakes building up on your shoulders, you need to start caring for your scalp with an anti-dandruff shampoo. Choose a product with special active ingredients, such as coal tar, salicylic acid, selenium, ketoconazole, or zinc pyrithione. If you don't get results after several weeks of treatment, you should go to your doctor and get a stronger shampoo prescribed.
If you don't get results after several weeks of treatment, you should go to your doctor and get a prescription for a stronger shampoo
Step 5. Keep stress under control to prevent hair loss
Particularly high stress levels can cause hair loss, so it is important to be able to manage them. See your doctor if your hair begins to fall out and you suspect this is due to stress. Use relaxation techniques as part of your daily routine and make sure you take some time out for your favorite activities. Some great options for managing stress include:
- Deep breathing exercises
- Yoga
- Meditation
