An itchy scalp can be an extremely frustrating condition. Treating itchy scalp is a
Where Does Itchy Scalp Come From
August 30th, 2010 by Scalper No comments »How Do You Get Rid Of Dandruff?
August 24th, 2010 by Scalper No comments »
Getting rid of dandruff can be pretty tricky. It affects people of all ages, both men and women. The main symptoms are itchy scalp and tiny white flakes. For some people dandruff is just an annoyance, but for others it is more severe. The condition can lead to painful irritation in more severe cases. The best way to remove dandruff is to use the correct dandruff shampoo with the proper ingredients.
In order for a dandruff shampoo to work it needs to create a balance on the scalp. If the scalp has too much oil or too little oil it will lead to problems. An abundance of fungus is what makes dandruff appear. A small amount of fungus on the scalp is normal and not a problem. The fungus is allowed to multiply rapidly when there is too much oil on the scalp. This can allow it to get out of control quickly.
Most dandruff shampoos use chemical treatments. They do tend to remove oil, but they often remove too much oil and leave the scalp dry and susceptible to new problems. Zinc is a natural ingredient that has been shown to remove the fungus that leads to dandruff. Zinc is able to balance the scalp gently. It removes excess oil without drying. It even normalizes the sebum gland so that it won’t continue to produce too much oil. Zinc Plex shampoo is excellent for treating the scalp and scalp problems including dandruff.
Zinc is Helpful for Scalp Acne
August 19th, 2010 by Scalper No comments »
Acne on the face is bad enough, but what about when you get acne on the scalp? What do you do? You can’t use many of the products that are popular for facial acne on scalp acne. They will dry the scalp and disrupt the balance the scalp needs to be healthy. Some oil is needed on the scalp.
If you want a healthy scalp, and beautiful hair, you need to work toward balancing the scalp. Excess oil and bacteria build up are what leads to acne on the scalp. You need to remove the extra oil and bacteria, but you do not need to strip the oil away completely. Unfortunately, that is what most shampoos will do. Chemical products are particularly drying.
The health of your scalp depends heavily on the right balance of oil. Most anti-acne products tend to take away too much oil. Zinc is all natural. It gently removes oil and dirt from the scalp and in the hair follicle. It is also a regulating agent for the sebum gland. It helps make sure that the sebum gland doesn’t produce too much oil. Zinc is anti-bacterial which also makes it a great treatment for scalp acne removal.
Teenage Hair and Scalp
August 5th, 2010 by Scalper No comments »
Teenagers often find that they have a problem with extra oil on the hair and scalp. Hormonal changes at this time in life cause the sebaceous glands to produce extra oil. If too much oil is produced the scalp and hair will look and feel greasy. For most people this condition will decrease as they move out of their teens. The extra oil not only looks bad but it can lead to various scalp problems such as scalp acne and clogged hair follicles.
Many teenagers try to solve their oil problem by washing the hair more often. Washing too much can lead to more problems. Most people, even those with oily hair, need to wash about every other day. The exception is someone who is extremely active. The important thing is to use a mild shampoo that will not strip away too much oil and leave hair dry and damaged. The goal is a balanced scalp with just the right amount of oil.
A mild shampoo with the proper ingredients is the best choice. Zinc pca is great for normalizing oily hair. It is able to remove the right amount of oil without leaving hair dry. It also regulates the production of the sebum gland. It is a gentle ingredient that is able to clean deeply without stripping the hair. Zinc pca replaces the moisture that is lost due to the elements and heated styling tools that many teenagers use on a regular basis.
How Straightening Affects Hair
August 2nd, 2010 by Scalper No comments »
Most people are not completely happy with the type of hair they are born with. Straight hair is very popular right today. So many people are turning to relaxers, or straighteners, to change their hair from naturally curly to straight. There are many options out there for straightening hair. There are lye and no lye treatments as well as keratin treatments. They all work by breaking the chemical bonds in curly hair. This can be damaging to the hair. Straightening usually dries the hair and can lead to breakage. Some people just temporarily straighten hair with super hot flat irons. These high heat styling tools also dry and damage the hair. Especially when they are used on a regular basis.
Chemical treatments such as relaxers not only cause damage to the hair, but they also often irritate the scalp. If you choose to straighten the hair be prepared to deal with the damage afterwards by using a gently shampoo and conditioner that will restore moisture back to the hair. Also, always have these types of treatments performed by an expert. At home straightening treatments are not advised. And you should always wait at least six weeks in between treatments.
Hair 101
July 29th, 2010 by Scalper No comments »
Each person has around 100,000 hairs on their head. The hair is made up of three layers. The cuticle is the outer protective layer.
One sign of health, is shiny hair. When the cuticle lays flat it reflects light and shines. If the cuticle is laying flat it is protecting the hair from the environment. In damaged hair, the scales separate and the hair may be dry. The inner layers won’t be protected as well and hair may break and look dull.
Hair and scalp need oil to be healthy. Straight hair tends to look shinier than curly hair because oil covers it better. Long hair can look especially dry and damaged. Because long hair goes through so much, it needs to be taken well care of in order to continue looking its best.
How you take care of hair depends on the type of hair that you have. Straight fine hair will have different needs than dry curly hair. All hair needs to be treated gently. When hair is wet is should not be stretched because it can cause breakage and cuticle damage. Heated styling tools and chemical products are some of the main things that causes damage to hair. Using natural products is a better way to keep hair looking great. There are many natural ingredients that can restore moisture and balance back into the hair.
What is Making My Scalp Itch?
July 26th, 2010 by Scalper No comments »
Scalp itchy is an all too common problem. It can be caused by a number of scalp conditions. Treating itchy scalp involves getting rid of the root cause and creating a proper oil balance on the scalp. So first of all it is important to find out what is calling the itchy scalp. The following is a list of the most common causes and some of their symptoms.
Dandruff- Flaking and itching from this bothersome condition is often the diagnosis.
Dry Scalp- The simple lack of oil may be causing the scalp to itch.
Contact Dermatitis- The chemicals ingredients in the many hair product we use can cause an irritation on the scalp and lead to contact dermatitis.
Seborrheic Dermatitis- This is an itchy condition with yellowish greasy scales on the scalp. They may spread to the ears and nose as well.
Scalp Psoriasis- Psoriasis is usually white or silvery in color. The scales can be thick and may occur in various spots on the scalp. If psoriasis is on the scalp it will often be found on other parts of the body as well.
Scalp Acne- Acne on the scalp is similar to that on the face, but it is more difficult to treat because of the hair. Some cases are mild while others can be quite severe.
Head Lice- While this is more common in children, it is possible for anyone to suffer from head lice. To tell if lice are present look for nits, tiny eggs, attached to the hair follicle about one inch from the scalp.
Argan Oil for Beautiful Hair and Healthy Scalp
July 24th, 2010 by Scalper No comments »
There is a reason people are talking a lot about argan oil these days. It is a great natural ingredient that can leave the scalp healthy and improve the look and feel of hair, especially curly hair. Argan oil comes from a tree native to Morocco. It is rich in essential fatty acids, Omega 6 and Vitamin E.
Argan oil is natural, non-greasy, and alcohol free. It absorbs into hair quickly and does not leave an oily residue. Curly and frizzy hair treated with this amazing oil will be more manageable and less frizzy and beautiful shinny. It is regenative and nourishing to dry or damaged hair. It also adds a protective coating against the environment, sun and heated styling tools. Argan oil is conditioning and reduces split ends and hair breakage. It smoothes out the hair cutile which leaves hair silky and healthy looking.
Argan oil is good for any hair type. But if you have hair that is coarse or unruly it can make a real change. Treating your hair with argan oil will make it feel and look better. It works to smooth and deep condition with non of the oily residue that many products leave. It is a much better choice to rejuvenate hair than chemical ingredients.
Dandruff Can be Severe
July 21st, 2010 by Scalper No comments »
You may think of dandruff as a minor problem. At times however, it can be severe. Anyone can be affected by dandruff, young or old, man or woman.
The mild symptoms of dandruff are itching and flaking. The more severe form of dandruff is often called seborrheic dermatitis, or seborrheic eczema. This condition consists of large greasy scales on the scalp. They tend to be itchy and flaky and are often yellowish in color. They may even spread to other areas such as the scalp, ears, and eyebrows.
Dandruff can be caused by a few things, but many experts think it mainly comes from an excess of fungus on the scalp. The fungus is ok in small amounts, but in large amounts it will cause dandruff. It is more common in dry winter weather and can also be causes by stress and hormonal changes. It is a chronic condition and can be hard to remedy.
An excess of oil allows the fungus to multiply. In order to solve the problem oil must be removed. But it is important not to remove too much oil. A healthy scalp needs the proper amount of oil. Natural products like zinc pca and jojoba oil are good are removing fungus while still leaving enough oil for the scalp to be healthy.
Oily Hair – Greasy Hair
June 29th, 2010 by Scalper No comments »If you suffer from greasy hair or oily hair then you are at the right place. First of all let us explain that having an over abundance of oil on the scalp can be the result of other problems and it can also be the cause of numerous problems. This makes getting rid of oily hair very difficult for most shampoo manufacturers.
What Causes Oily Hair or Greasy Hair
When the sebum gland is emitting excess amounts of sebum or oil it is typically because of these two reasons:
1) Puberty Causes Oily Hair
2) Oily Hair is caused by a defense mechanism that the hair follicle uses to prevent harm from bacteria, fungus and hormones such as dht hormone.
The second is by far the most important since puberty passes with age. However, the scalp is always being exposed to bacteria, fungus and hormones. When any of these get a grip and actually get inside the hair follicle a sebum is emitted to protect the hair follicle. This often becomes a chicken and egg “thing”.
For example dht (the hormone that causes hair loss) forces the scalp to emit more oils. This is bead because the enzyme that causes testosterone to switch over to dht feeds off the scalp oils. This causes a nasty cycle and makes hair loss much worse and speeds up the process. Breaking the chain means removing the dht with a deep cleanse and also preventing the sebum gland from producing too much sebum. The most amazing ingredient for this is ZINC PCA.
This special form of zinc breaks the pattern, the nasty cycle that allows scalp conditions to get worse much faster. It is also the best way to clear nasty scalp conditions that are associated with excess scalp oils or grease such as scalp acne, scalp pimples, scalp hair loss, seborrheic dermatitis, seborrhea, scalp sores and many similar scalp conditions.
