How do I know which scalp type is right for me?

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Our hair and scalp are subjected to daily stress, not only from shampooing and blow-drying, but also from UV rays. Whether it's frizzy, matted hair even after washing it every morning, greasy hair just hours after shampooing, or thinning hair over time, the root cause of most of our hair concerns lies in our scalp.

Ignoring the importance of your scalp type is no different than using the wrong shampoo every day, and using the wrong hair and scalp products for a long time can lead to hair loss at the crown or stress-related alopecia areata, so it is very important to check your scalp type and use the right shampoo for it.

Oily, greasy hair

Are you concerned about your scalp feeling hot, and your hair becoming oily or smelly in the afternoon even after shampooing in the morning? This often happens in humid and hot seasons, but regardless of the season, if your scalp is itchy or stuffy, and there is a strong smell at the crown of your head, it can be considered oily. Excessive sebum secretion is the cause of an oily scalp. When sebum is secreted excessively, the pores on the scalp become clogged, and the oxidization of sebum can produce a foul odor and be accompanied by itchiness.

Because the environment of this oily scalp is humid, bacteria can easily multiply, and if left untreated, it can lead to seborrheic dermatitis or hair loss.

Are you worried about dry, flaky skin?

Dry scalp symptoms include dull hair and excessive flaking. Because of the lack of moisture, hair often feels itchy and flakes easily, and even after washing, oiliness doesn't set in for two to three days. This is because normal sebum production is impaired, leaving hair with no oil to provide shine and a protective film.

Additionally, dry scalps are more likely to develop flaky skin due to simple dryness than dandruff-induced flakes, often resulting in small, white flakes that fall off. If left untreated, dry scalp can lead to sensitivity, so choosing the right shampoo and scalp care are crucial.

What if you don't have any major concerns about your scalp or hair?

Finally, a neutral scalp is one in which all physiological functions are normal, with normal sebum and sweat secretion and good blood circulation. It is generally moist and smooth, yet not shiny.

This refers to the condition of the scalp that serves as a standard for determining the scalp type. Although there are individual differences, the scalp tone is a bluish-white milky color, and it is in a clean state with almost no foreign substances (aging dead skin cells, sebum oxide, etc.) on the surface.

conclusion

Generally, scalp types are divided into three types and management methods are suggested for each type. However, since the scalp can change depending on the season, UV rays, lifestyle, health condition, etc., it is necessary to make an effort to apply an appropriate management method according to the normal scalp condition.

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[1] Dr. Scalp [Beauty Inside] A Three-Year-Old's Scalp Lasts Until Eighty: Self-Diagnosis of Your Scalp Type