Scalp Problems and Issues

When it comes to our scalp, there are many  issues people encounter during their lifetime and most of these affect at least 80% of the world’s population. Scalp issues are usually provoked by many possible causes, including  heredity and inappropriate nutrition. The hygiene routine may constitute one of the main sources or causes of scalp problems. There are numerous aspects to consider when choosing a shampoo, a hair spray or when using hot tools, like the hair dryer and curling iron.

Dandruff

Dandruff is the most common scalp issue worldwide and it can affect people of any age, from babies to elderly people. Dandruff is characterized by the shedding of dead cells of the scalp and it usually appears after a detergent treatment – in other words, when we wash our hair with shampoo and other cleansing type of hair care products. There are several stages of dandruff, as it may be mild, moderate or chronic.

 The extent of this scalp condition is usually determined by the type of shampoo or other products you use. Dandruff may also  appear as a result of changing to different types of shampoo in a short period of time. This is why it is highly important to choose only the most appropriate product for your hair type and use it all the time, without changing this routine. Check the ingredient list to see if has a lot of unwanted chemicals in the listing. Its always better to use shampoos that are gentle, natural and chemical free.

 

 

  

Baldness

Going bald is one of the most common scalp issues in case of men, but it can also appear in women, resulting in bald patches. This topic is extremely controversial, as there are multiple factors which determine the appearance of hair loss and baldness. In most of the cases, the heredity and the nutrition are two of the main factors which lead to baldness. In some situations, this condition may result as a consequence of cytostatsis or chemotherapy.

Hair loss may also be caused by change in the hormones as we age. Another cause of baldness is illness especially scalp infections, typhoid fever and scarlet fever. In this case the baldness is also often reversed when the illness goes away - most can expect all their hair to grow back. Fungal infections of the scalp may also cause baldness. This can be cured with medicine but it may take an extremely long time (months and even years) for hair to regrow fully.

 Additionally, the shampoo and hair products we use play an important role when it comes to this issue and this is why it is essential to pay close attention to them when we observe an intense hair loss.

 Stay tuned, more to come!