Skin Protection Tips Help Scalp Protection
Proper scalp protection in winter mimics proper skin protection. Unprotected skin leads to dry, peeling, itching skin. The same things that our skin needs are the same things our scalp needs during winter. Thinking of what winter does to our unprotected skin actually helps us to understand what it will do to our natural hair if we leave it unprotected during winter months.
For example, our hands become extremely dry if we don’t protect them with moisturizing lotions and gloves. If fact, extreme dryness (along with subsequent problems like peeling, itching and eczema) is the number one issue we face when our skin (face, hands, feet, entire body) is not protected from the cold weather. Scalp problems could also be caused by extreme dryness and natural hair can become brittle, damaged, shed and break off.
Avoid Scalp Problems in Winter
by Proper Skin Care
Winter hair protection can prove to be a challenge, especially if you live in a northern part of the country that is cold and snowy in winter. The heating system is turned on and if we're not careful, the dry indoor heat will cause dry skin and scalp problems. This creates dry natural hair that will no longer be a crown of beauty. Scalp problems lead to other serious conditions.
Top Tips for Scalp Protection in Winter
Use sunscreen: Your skin can be damaged by the winter sun and snow glare. Approximately 30 minutes before going outside, apply broad-spectrum sunscreen to your face and hands (if exposed).
Use the Humidifier: Humidifiers help replace the moisture in the air. Heating systems cause dry air. Dry air causes dry skin. Dry skin leads to dry scalp problems and damaged hair.
Short Warm Baths and Showers: Avoid hot baths because the intense heat can destroy the skin’s lipid barriers and cause dry skin. Add oatmeal or baking soda for added moisture if your skin is extremely dry and itchy.
Use an oil-based moisturizer: Use oil as a moisturizer for your skin. Castor oil is an excellent emollient for dry skin. Just a little will leave your skin very soft and supple.
Use these top tips for winter scalp protection.
Your precious scalp (and your skin) will “thank you” this spring!
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