Thick hair comes from a healthy scalp. Is your scalp healthy?

Many people hope to have thick black hair, but the reality is often not as good as expected. Bad living habits and improper washing and care can cause us to have a lot of scalp problems. Thick hair seems to be a luxury, and we have to worry about the danger of baldness all the time. So, is your scalp healthy?

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What are some common scalp problems?

1. Severe oily scalp

There is a normal threshold for the secretion of oil on the scalp. Once it exceeds or falls below this range, various scalp problems will occur. When the scalp secretes too little oil, the hair will become dry, frizzy, and brittle; when the oil secretion is strong, the hair will be oily, clogging the hair follicles and causing hair loss.

2. Excessive dandruff

Excessive oil production, strong alkaline shampoo, staying up late, and overusing the brain can all lead to dandruff. The formation of dandruff is also related to fungi, which feed on our scalp oil. If the fungi multiply in large numbers, it will cause more scalp cell shedding, resulting in a large amount of dandruff.

3. Itchy scalp

Generally speaking, when the scalp is infected with fungi, in addition to the trouble of increased dandruff, it will also be accompanied by itching.

4. Hair loss

When there is a problem with the blood circulation of our scalp, it will lead to untimely nutrient supply, gradual degeneration of hair follicles, and affected hair growth. Not only will it cause the hair to become sparse, but the hair will also become increasingly thin and soft, leading to hair loss.

How to care for common scalp problems?

1. Severe oily scalp

① Eat a light diet: do not overeat, and eat less greasy food and sweets.

② Stay up late less: Maintain 7 hours of sleep every day and try to fall asleep before 11 o'clock.

③ Use a refreshing, oil-control shampoo, but avoid shampoo that is too irritating.

④ Drink enough water, 8 glasses of water every day.

⑤ Exercise appropriately. Appropriate exercise can speed up circulation in the body, consume excess fat, and reduce the amount of oil produced by the scalp.

2. Excessive dandruff

① Pay attention to scalp hygiene and wash your hair with warm water.

② It is not advisable to use shampoo that is too alkaline when washing your hair.

③ Comb your hair frequently, 2 to 3 times every morning and evening to effectively massage your scalp and promote blood circulation in the scalp.

3. Itchy scalp

① Choose some mild or anti-fungal shampoos and use them alternately.

② When washing your hair, be sure to rinse it thoroughly and do not scratch your scalp with your nails.

② Pay attention to adjusting your work and life schedule, stay up late less, and eat less spicy food.

4. Hair loss

① Comb your hair before going to bed: Choose a smooth, wide-toothed comb, and comb your hair before going to bed to unclog your head and promote blood circulation in the scalp.

② Reduce staying up late, release stress in time, and pay attention to less oil and salt in your daily diet.

③The water temperature for washing your hair should not be too high. Make sure to create foam first and do not apply the shampoo directly to your hair.

④ Do not perm or dye your hair excessively, protect your scalp from the sun, and avoid exposure to the sun.

Hair care diet:

1. Protein Supplementation

Consume high-quality protein and promote hair growth. Foods such as beans, meat, eggs, fish and shrimp are rich in protein.

2. Eat foods containing zinc

Zinc helps hair growth and stabilizes the oil secretion of the scalp. Milk, eggs, mutton, peanuts, etc. can supplement the required zinc.

3. Vitamin A Supplement

Vitamin A can nourish hair follicles and promote hair growth. Apples, carrots and tomatoes are rich in vitamin A.

4. Quit sugar

Excessive sugar intake can easily lead to skin aging and excessive oil secretion, causing oily scalp and hair loss.

5. Drink soy milk regularly

Soy milk made from soybeans, black beans, black sesame seeds, walnuts, etc. is rich in nutrients. The more you drink it, the thicker your hair will become and your skin will become smoother.

The skin on our head is actually as sensitive and fragile as the skin on our face, and requires our careful care.