I have an embarrasing problem which has been on since 2003. My hair is always itching and I do not have dandruff, even after washing my hair I find myself scratching and itching. This has led to my hair constantly falling off. Anytime I comb my hair, a clump of hair comes off. I have uneven length of hair, the back, middlle, and all round are all short. I have cut the hair twice already and it grows back to start falling off again. I need help particularly with the constant itching. Am in agony whenever I fix a weave and because my hair is so bad, I always have to fix.
Often, the cure for dry, itchy scalp is straightforward and very simple. Ensure that your hair is clean. A build-up of oils or dirt can clog pores and make your scalp feel itchy. Look for a shampoo with a pH between 4.5 and 5.5 to keep your scalp moisturised.
Consider your hair products. If your hair is clean, your itchy scalp might be due to an allergic reaction to a shampoo, conditioner or other hair products. Eliminate other chemical causes. Hair dye and the chemicals used in perms can irritate the scalp. Talk to your hairdresser or stylist about soothing lotions or creams that can counteract the itchiness. Notice whether you have white flakes in your hair. Dandruff can be a cause of scalp itchiness, and you can easily treat it with over-the-counter shampoos.
Note whether you have been exposed to the sun recently. Sometimes, an itchy scalp is a sign of sunburn. This type of itchiness should go away once your skin recovers.
If your itchy scalp lasts for several days, or if your condition worsens, check your hair for the white or grayish eggs that can indicate lice. These eggs look like dandruff.
l came across the AskClara page in Genevieve and decided to write in. l am in my late thirties and l tell you, my whole front hair has fallen off (l very much doubt if the remaining strands number up to 20, no exageration). You talked about a good product which can restore the front hair, please where exactly can l get it? Secondly, l have acne prone face. Last time l was in Lagos (by the way l live in Asaba, Delta State), I went to a beautician on Allen Avenue and spent a hundred and thirty four thousand naira for facials and so many products. Nothing is working. l still have the pimples and spots despite using those products religiously.
Receding hairline is generally associated with aging in men, but it can affect women as well, though it is less common. Causes for a receding hairline in women include pregnancy, hormonal changes or imbalance, genetic factors, overprocessing treatments like dyeing and perming and rapid weight loss.
How to treat receding hairline
Combine 10 drops each of Rosemary and Sage Essential oils in a glass jar or bottle. Seal the jar, and shake lightly to combine the oils. Rosemary and Sage are natural herbs known for their ability to promote hair growth, and strengthen the hair shaft. Allow the essential oils to mellow in the jar for about 2 to 3 days. Apply a few drops of the sage/rosemary mixture onto your receding hairline, and massage into your scalp. Leave mixture on overnight, and rinse off in the morning. *Use this treatment everyday for best results.
•Use hair strengthening, anti-hairfall shampoo and conditioner a few times a week. Try Nature’s Gate Biotin Shampoo specifically formulated for weak, thinning hair.
•Wash your hair with the fortifying shampoo at least 3 times a week.
•Massage the shampoo deeply into your scalp, and leave on for a few minutes before rinsing off.
•Apply a quarter-sized amount of conditioner from roots to tips. Allow to absorb into your hair for at least 3 to 5 minutes, then rinse out. Try Jason Hair Strengthening Conditioner.
How to get rid of spots
To really get rid of spots, you need to equip yourself with information about hormones, a skincare regime that cleanses away dirt and excess oil, tones and moisturizes. Begin with a cleanser that will work to clean out all the gunk clogging up your pores, but doesn’t strip your skin of its necessary natural oils.
Listen to your body, you will find the long-term path to clearer skin.
