What is scalp detox, how it works and advantages

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Seasonal changes (especially winter), environment pollution, abuse of styling products, use of wrong hair products that have silicones or heavy oils in them, all these factors can cause flakes, dandruff, clogged pores and scalp irritation.

But, hair wellness starts at the scalp. Your scalp can stop hair growth at the root because of product buildup and dead skin cells that can form a barrier.

But, how can you dissolve this scalp buildup? Read on and find it out.

How do you dissolve scalp buildup?

When we talk about scalp health and how to dissolve buildup, the keyword is “scalp detox”, or better “exfoliate”.

When not exfoliated, flakes and dandruff can build up on the scalp and clog pores. Doing a detox treatment will remove the flakes, but also restore and balance the scalp.

You can detox the scalp by using chemical exfoliant treatments with ingredients like salicylic and glycolic acid, or opt for a gentle and natural scalp scrub.

Is it good to detox your scalp?

Scalp detox is always a good idea. Everyone should exfoliate their scalp, because the scalp is a continuum of face skin.

If you never exfoliate your face, you’d see a dull skin tone and clogged pores. When you don’t exfoliate your scalp, it can become dry, flaky, itchy and full of product buildup.

A scalp detox is more than a shampoo. It is a kind of scalp massage by brushing or using an exfoliating scrub, which helps eliminate dead skin cells, unclog the pores on your scalp, and clear product buildup from the hair follicles.

Detoxing the scalp may also allievate itching, dandruff, and other forms of irritation.

How do you know you need a scalp detox?

If you don’t know when it’s time for a scalp detox, you should only look at your scalp and feel it. Is there product buildup? Is your scalp dry? Have you got dandruff? Do you feel a general scalp discomfort? These are the questions you’d wonder.

Pay attention to these signs. If you notice one or more of them, you should give to your scalp a detox treatment.

• Scalp itch. Scalp itchiness is one of the first signs of buildup.
• Oily scalp. When scalp sebum glands produce too much oil, dirt piles up and clogs pores.
• Dandruff. If you notice dandruff on your scalp and in your hair, it is likely that your scalp pores are clogged.
• Increased hair fall.
• Your scalp smells or hurts. A healthy scalp doesn’t smell or hurt. So, if you feel your scalp painful probably It’s time to detox it.

How can I detox my hair follicles naturally?

The first and simplest way to detox hair follicles in a natural way is brushing hair.

When you brush your hair – before going bed or having a shower – you start the exfoliation process. Friction and massage on the scalp are meant to stimulate blood circulation and consequently the scalp health.

The next step could be a scalp scrub, using finger pads to massage the product into the scalp.

You might opt for scalp scrub from the market, a salon treatment or a DIY remedy.

There are some natural ingredients that may be a cure-all for the scalp, such as:

• Aloe Vera is rich in vitamins A, C, and E, and thanks to them it breaks down dead skin cells and promote healing.
• Sugar is a great ingredient to exfoliate scalp. It may gently remove sebum and product buildup.
• Salicylic acid removes product buildup from the scalp, cleaning the pores.
• Ginger and lemon. Among DIY method, there is a ginger-lemon water mixture. You have to mix ginger, lemon, and water into a spray bottle and put it on the scalp, massaging. It’s important to know that ginger and lemon pure oils can irritate skin, so we recommend to add few drops of each oil.
• Apple cider vinegar is one of the most used natural ingredients for scalp health. There is so much to say about it, we’re going to discuss in the next paragraph.

N.B. If you suffer of some scalp disease, you shouldn’t give your scalp a detox treatment, but you may need to see a dermatologist.

Does apple cider vinegar detox your scalp?

Apple cider vinegar, thanks to vitamins B and C which is rich of, has lots of benefits:

• it promotes a healthy scalp thanks to its antibacterial and anti-fungal properties;
• it helps closing the cuticles and maintaining your color’s brightness;
• it gives to hair softness and brightness;
• it balances skin ph level, reducing hair loss.

How to use it? Mix five parts water to one part vinegar in a spray bottle, spray your scalp well, take some time to make it work at least for five minutes, wash your hair and scalp with cool water.

How long does it take to detox your scalp?

Scalp detox therefore has many benefits, such as promoting healthy hair growth, preventing oxidative stress, removing build-up, soothing irritation and redness.

Our advice is to give your scalp a detox treatment at least once a month. A scalp detox treatment generally takes about half an hour.

But, is one treatment enough for a deep detox?

Actually, keeping the scalp healthy and detoxified requires constant and daily attentions. Which ones?

• Use the best quality scalp products, choosing the right shampoo and type of brush.
• Remember to massage the scalp to facilitate blood circulation
• Make a mask or scrub as needed.
• Use an oil or serum with the right frequency according to the type of scalp.
• Follow a balanced diet and hydrate yourself by drinking plenty of water.

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