They say a clean scalp promotes healthy hair. I have a clean scalp but it always itches. What's the problem?

Where's the happy medium?They say a clean scalp promotes healthy hair. I have a clean scalp but it always itches. What's the problem?
Although you are washing your scalp, there may be other problems. Maybe you are not thoroughly rinsing out the shampoo. Maybe there is a ph imbalance, over or under active sebum production etc. Essential oil scalp massage will cleanse the scalp of any bacteria, yeast, fungus pollutants etc. They will also regulate sebum and ph levels and provide nourishment and energy to the follicles and roots.They say a clean scalp promotes healthy hair. I have a clean scalp but it always itches. What's the problem?
You just have dry scalp. I have the same problem. I have it from using to hot of water when washing my hair. Dry air (during the winter months) can cause your whole body to become dry. I have that same problem! There are some remedies to help besides the shampoos made for dry scalp.......


Aloe vera Thoroughly rub a thick gel of aloe vera leaves into the scalp; leave overnight; shampoo in the morning.





Apple cider vinegar Apple cider vinegar will help restore the proper acid/alkaline balance of the scalp and kill a bacteria that clogs the pores that release oil to the scalp. The clogged pores result in scales and crusts being formed. Apply apple cider vinegar diluted 50% with water to the scalp and let dry. There is no need to rinse. Another similar remedy suggests pouring two tablespoons into a cup, applying the straight vinegar to the scalp, and leaving it on from 15 minutes to three hours before shampooing. Lemon juice may also be used. It is the acid in these remedies that helps bring the scalp back into chemical balance.





Coconut oil Rub some pure coconut oil in your hair daily. The dandruff should clear up in a few days.





Grapefruit seed extract Mix 7-10 drops with the normal amount of shampoo you use. Massage into your hair and leave on for at least 2 minutes. Rinse thoroughly with water, avoiding contact with eyes.





Listerine For mild cases of dandruff, use the mouthwash Listerine. It has antiseptic properties. Do not use on cases where the skin is broken as the Listerine can be irritating.





Herbal


Ginger Combine olive oil and ginger root and apply to your scalp before shampooing. If your dandruff is really bad, put the mixture on 10-15 minutes before shampooing.





Rosemary Rub rosemary oil or a mixture of olive oil and crushed rosemary leaves into your scalp and leave on for 15 minutes.





Tea Make a tea of either sage or burdock and use as a rinse after shampooing.





Thyme Make a rinse by boiling four heaping teaspoons of dried thyme in two cups of water for ten minutes; strain and allow to cool. Massage this tea in your clean, damp hair; do not rinse out. The oil from the thyme has antiseptic properties.





Black currant/evening primrose oils Add black current or evening primrose oil to your diet. These oils contain gamma linolenic acid (GLA), an essential fatty acid hard to get in the diet that helps hair, skin and nails look healthy. Many people who are on low or no-fat diets lack essential fatty acids. Start with 500 mg twice a day. If the dandruff starts to clear up, cut the dose in half. It may take up to two months to begin seeing results.





Vitamin E To relieve itching and reduce scaling, rub vitamin E oil into your scalp.





鈥? don't shampoo in hot water. Try lukewarm showers and rinse with some cool water. Start by shampooing daily with a very mild shampoo. If this doesn't work after a few weeks, begin using an anti-dandruff shampoo with ZPT (zinc pyrithione) or selenium sulfide as the active ingredient. Coal-tar shampoos or those with salicylic acid may also be beneficial. If one works for a while, then loses its effectiveness, switch to another one with a different main ingredient. You should notice improvement in four to six weeks. After that time if the flaking hasn't subsided, see a dermatologist as you may have another kind of skin problem, such as psoriasis or ringworm, which will require a different treatment. The dermatologist may also prescribe an anti-dandruff shampoo with 2% ketoconazole. If you notice fish-like scales or waxy, tan flakes, you may have seborrhea or psoriasis, and should see a dermatologist.





Other Changes


鈥?Avoid alcohol-based styling products as they tend to dry out the scalp. The styling gels, sprays and mousses can build up on your scalp.
deep condition, deep condition, deep condition!


its not only good for your hair, its also good for your scalp. think of it like moisturizer on your hands, when they get dry, what do you do? moisturize. Same goes for your scalp. Also try switching to Tea Tree shampoo, its awesome, for itchy scalps.


Paul Mitchell makes a great Tea Tree Shampoo, you can find it in the salon.
I would say not to use chemicals on your hair.Why don't you go for some home remedies. Egg whites, lemon juice, oil massages, reducing stress and diet changes can reduce hair fall and make it healthier. You can find more cheap, effective and natural home remedies for hair loss as well as for healthy hair at http://www.wellnesstalk.org/hairfall.htm鈥?/a>
You are either too clean and your scalp is all dried out, or you have a skin condition (like psoriasis).





Try washing less often (say every other day instead of every day) and see if the itching goes away).





I often only wash my hair every 2 or 3 days.
Could be dandruff, or you might even be having a slight allergic reaction to a product your using in your hair. I know that my hair/scalp doesn't agree with Pantene shampoo at ALL.
dandruff


dry scalp