Do you find your scalp frequently itching? Is your scalp deteriorating with inflammation? Most of us give most of the care to our hair, but don’t give two hoots to the scalp that actually supports our hair. And the result – a condition called Seborrheic Dermatitis, with dandruff, dry scalp and itching.
If you leave this condition untreated, it might soon lead to complications. So what can you do about it? What if there are some amazing home remedies that can help you treat the issue in a hassle free manner?
That is exactly what you will find in this post! Want to know more? Then give a read!
The scalp produces some natural oil that moisturizes the scalp. Due to improper care of the scalp and by using harsh chemical based products, these scalp oils get depleted. This causes the scalp to dry and become itchy. Itchy scalp can also be due to reasons like Seborrheic dermatitis. This is the inflammation of the scalp or skin on the neck or face.
This condition results in:
Stubborn dandruff Red skin Scaling and itchy skin
It affects not just the scalp, but also the skin around the face, ears, back upper chest, especially the areas that are oily.
The sebaceous-gland-rich areas of skin are the ones that are affected with the problem. Many a times you have fungus nourishing on the oil glands. A build up of yeast in these glands causes skin irritation and redness.
Seborrheic dermatitis is not just caused because of poor hygiene. Environmental factors, hormonal changes, genetic and immune system factors can also cause the condition.
Improper care of the scalp, the weather conditions, unbalanced diet, use of many products on hair like dryer, heated styling tools, strengtheners, chemicals and wrong kind of shampoos that wash out all the oil from the scalp lead to dry scalp and other scalp problems like Seborrheic dermatitis.
Today, Seborrheic dermatitisis a common problem that affects a whole lot of people. It affects both the young and the old. Sometimes, you see people ranging from young kids to adults scratching their heads vigorously all the time. It can be quite embarrassing. Seborrhoea seems to affect more men than women, especially bedridden people or persons with neurologic conditions. 85 percent of the people with AIDS complain of the problem.
The degree of the condition can vary from mild to severe. Most people are commonly affected with the mild form that causes dandruff. In some cases, it can be severe and quite chronic with red scaly pimples. The problem worsens in winter. Seborrheic dermatitis is not a problem that affects the overall health, but it is a long-term condition that can be quite embarrassing. You need to undergo repeated treatment to be completely free from the problem.
Many kinds of cures are available in the market that help to get rid of the problem. Creams, shampoos, conditioners with active ingredients and medications help to cure this skin condition. These products have anti bacteriostatic properties that help to cure the problem. However, again, these chemicals can cause harm to the hair in the long run. There are various home remedies, which are very effective in curing the problem of Seborrheic dermatitis. These natural ingredients will cause no further damage to the hair and scalp. Some of the home remedies include:
Topical application of 20 drops of tea tree oil mixed with a little aloe Vera gel for fifteen minutes on the scalp daily helps to soothe irritated skin and takes the flakes out. The aloe Vera eliminates skin itching and irritations. It also helps to maintain the pH balance of the scalp, skin, and hair. The tea tree oil helps to clear the bacterial and fungal infections. It penetrates the follicle and clears the bacteria. It is also a natural antiseptic and germicide.
Garlic is a good home remedy for seborrheic dermatitis. It has anti fungal properties. You can increase your intake of garlic in your daily diet. You can also use it for topical application on the scalp and other affected areas.
Extract juices from a whole clove of garlic. Dilute it with little water, warm it up, and apply on the affected area. It works best when applied at night as it can be absorbed into the bloodstream and replenishes the vitamins when at rest. Wash the scalp with warm water the next day.
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