How to Soothe an Itchy Scalp - Top Tips to Soothe an Itchy Scalp

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An itchy scalp is a very common and very annoying problem. There are many products out there on the store shelves that claim to treat and soothe an itchy scalp problem, along with the dandruff, and other side effects, however, many of these products contain synthetically produced industrial-strength chemicals which can do more harm than good in the long run.

If you have a sensitive scalp or are allergic to any of the ingredients or chemicals, then it is more than likely that these products can cause and aggravate your itchy scalp condition.

Many folks these days are looking for natural herbal alternatives to treat their skin conditions and ailments and an itchy scalp problem is no exception. You see, as modern medicine has developed we seem to have abandoned many practices and natural treatments that were perfectly normal and effective in days gone by. The good news is that natural herbal remedies are effective at treating many common skin conditions and can be used when wondering how to soothe an itchy scalp.

Here I'll give you some quick tips on what you can do starting today to help to soothe your itchy scalp.

Identify and Change Your Hair Products

As mentioned earlier, in many cases an itchy scalp problem can be caused and certainly aggravated by simply using the wrong hair products, or an allergic or hypersensitivity to some of the ingredients.

Dandruff which is normally a side effect or accompaniment to an itchy scalp, is a fungal problem, in that funguses grow and thrive on the skin of the scalp. Changes in the scalp conditions, for example excessive dryness caused by strong chemicals can cause and increase the dandruff problem, due to changes in your immune system. However, Dermatitis, which is an excessive form of dandruff is actually a non-fungal dandruff, and is commonly the result of irritation directly from a product.

The worst culprits for irritation and general nastiness are the following types of chemicals. The next time you buy a shampoo take a look at the label and see how many you can identify:

Formaldehyde - inexpensive preservative and disinfectant; also a suspected cancer-causing toxin

Sodium Laureth Sulphate (SLS) - also used as an engine de-greaser

Alkyl-Phenol Ethioxlades - a chemical used in shampoos that has been shown to reduce sperm count

Selenium Sulfide - used in anti-dandruff shampoos and can cause irritation to skin, mucous membranes and eyes.

Pretty nasty stuff, huh?

To soothe an itchy scalp you can begin by changing your shampoo. Look for a 100% natural pH-balanced shampoo, ideally one containing Tea Tree Oil. The tea tree oil will help rebalance the condition of your scalp and fight off any infection. Adding an essential like Lavender or Chamomile will help to soothe an itchy scalp.