How to treat dry scalp

The first thing to do if you suspect dry seborrhea is seek medical help. Very often poor condition of the skin of the head indicates some chronic diseases of the gastrointestinal tract or hormonal changes. For example, dry skin of the head may be the result of disorders of the thyroid gland. That is why before you begin treatment, it is necessary to find out the cause of this skin condition and eliminate it. The doctor will prescribe you the necessary medication.

If you have dry skin, try to wash your hair no more frequently than once a week. Use shampoos for dry hair. Buy detergent in the store, and ensure they have a soothing and anti-inflammatory properties.

Refrain for a time from such procedures as hair coloring or perming — effects of strong chemical substances on the skin of the head and hair can aggravate the situation.

Follow your diet, because it primarily affects the skin condition. Exclude from the diet of fatty, spicy and salty dishes as well as smoked, pickled products, chocolate, confectionery and coffee. Eat as much fresh fruit and vegetables.

Sometimes dry skin of the head may indicate a vitamin deficiency. In this case, you should immediately start taking multivitamin complexes.

Can use and some recipes of traditional medicine. For example, very effective to restore the skin is considered stinging nettle. Take two tablespoons of dry powdered leaves of this plant and pour 500 ml of boiling water. Allow broth to infuse for 2 hours, then strain. Every day RUB the remedy into the skin of the head.

Effective in dealing with this problem is considered and vaseline. RUB it into the hair roots, wrap your head with a towel and leave it for the night. In the morning wash your head.

To solve the problem of dry skin will help and burdock oil. Carefully RUB it into the hair roots and the skin of the head, put on a plastic cap and keep it for at least two hours. After this procedure, the hair should be washed.