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Are you caring for your scalp properly? Tips to help you avoid it feeling dry and itchy

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Are you caring for your scalp properly? Tips to help you avoid it feeling dry and itchy

If your scalp has been feeling dry and itchy, there are some easy ways to get it feeling back to normal.

For all the pains we take to look after the skin on our faces – cleansing, applying creams, serums, and masks – the skin on our scalp, although located just adjacent to it, sadly doesn’t usually get the same attention. 

Is it any wonder then that it can play up at times, manifesting in dryness, itching, flaking, or dandruff? Luckily, there are some simple ways that you can look after your scalp, and avoid these symptoms. 

Avoid hot water 

If you love the shower turned up to its steamiest setting, this unfortunately could be contributing to scalp dryness, as it can damage the skin’s protective barrier and cause irritation. 

Turning the shower down to a temperature that is warm rather than hot will help keep your skin’s natural balance intact.

Brush your hair regularly

Those natural oils on your scalp and hair are important for their overall health, and brushing regularly helps distribute them evenly. It can also help to exfoliate the scalp, removing any build-up of dead skin cells.

Use a scalp brush

For an even more targeted approach, a scalp brush will exfoliate the scalp, and stimulate blood flow to the skin there. It’s also a great way to work any shampoo deep into your hair for maximum effect, whether that’s anti-dandruff or moisturising. 

Choose a shampoo that targets the problem

Nizoral Daily Prevent Shampoo, €10.49

Nizoral Anti-Dandruff Daily Prevent Shampoo is a new launch from the scalp care expert Nizoral, and provides ongoing relief for dry, itchy and flaky scalps. Nizoral Anti-Dandruff Daily Prevent Shampoo is clinically proven to provide instant protection from the first wash. Suitable for sensitive scalps, and all hair types.

Avoid chemical treatments

Chemical hair treatments such as chemical hair straightening can irritate the skin on your scalp, and cause itching and flaking, so if this is a problem for you, try alternatives to style your hair. 

Get some sun safely

If dandruff in particular is an issue, this is caused by a fungus which is suppressed by sunlight, so getting outside can help keep it under control. 

Nizoral® Anti-Dandruff Daily Prevent Shampoo is available in pharmacies nationwide. Always read the label. For more information go to nizoral.ie.