Is Your Scalp Itchy? 5 Natural Remedies To Calm The Itch

Sometimes itchy scalp can be due to excess dryness which we can quickly and easily alleviate with natural moisturizing treatment.

People who suffer from itching in any part of the body know how painful it can be. In this sense, itching on the scalp is quite common, as it can be linked to different causes.

Discover in this article 5 natural remedies to stop scratching your head. With homemade and natural ingredients, you will be able to put an end to this annoying problem and, at the same time, improve the health of your hair.

Itchy scalp

We can all have an itchy scalp at some point. However, when this discomfort becomes continuous and it even causes us irritation, it is time to ask questions and analyze what is going on in that part of the body.

• In many cases, it is linked to an excess of drought. This is confirmed when, while scratching, one can see small white particles falling on clothes. They should not be confused with dandruff, which has a more oily and yellowish texture. In this case, we are dealing with scalp peeling, which prompts us to review the type of shampoo we use and provide more hydration with the help of masks.
• In other cases, it may be a type of eczema. This will be confirmed if a relief or a different color on the scalp appears. The usual thing to notice is an inflamed area and a little red. There may also be small injuries.
• We should not rule out the possibility that our hair reacts to some type of hair product. Most shampoos and other hair products contain alcohol, silicones, sulfates, parabens, etc. These gradually dry out and damage our hair.

Remedies to soothe the scalp

1. Egg yolk

If you are sure that the cause of your itchiness is dry scalp, then you can try a simple home remedy. You just need to wash your hair with egg yolk. This food is very nutritious, rich in fatty acids, vitamins and minerals. Depending on the amount of hair, you may need to use up to 2-3 yolks.

Although it may be surprising, the egg yolk can be used as a shampoo. However, a lot of people think they need a cleaner product. In this case, you can mix the egg yolk with your shampoo or apply it as a pre-washed mask.

2. Mint oil shampoo

If you are looking for a quick fix that gives you relief and gives you the flexibility to continue using your shampoo, then you can resort to mint essential oil . This essence, which you will need to use in small quantities so as not to irritate the scalp, will bring you great freshness while having anti-inflammatory effects.

• You can add 5 drops of this oil to your shampoo per 100 ml of product.
• In addition, at the same time as you calm the itching, this oil activates circulation, regulates excess sebum, fights infections and prevents hair loss.

3. Calendula infusion

The calendula  or marigold is one of the most popular medicinal plants to relieve various types of irritation and inflammation of the skin and hair. It can be acquired as an extract, tincture, cream, etc. Today, it is also possible to find mild shampoos made from this flower.

In this case, to relieve itching on the scalp, you can prepare an infusion of calendula. You just need to use it as a conditioner. That is to say, apply it after shampooing and without rinsing after the hair.

4. Mask of aloe vera and chamomile

One option to immediately relieve the scalp is to prepare a mask based on soothing and anti-inflammatory ingredients. In this case, we opted for aloe vera gel and chamomile.

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons of aloe vera gel (45 ml)
• 7 drops of chamomile essential oil or 1 tablespoon of chamomile extract (15 ml)

Preparation and application

• Mix the two ingredients well.
• Apply to dry scalp.
• Leave on for 20 minutes and wash.

5. Coconut oil and tea tree

It is possible that the origin of our itching is eczema or any infectious skin problem. In this case, we can resort to two miraculous ingredients to fight against all kinds of fungi and bacteria  : coconut oil and tea tree essential oil.

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons of extra virgin coconut oil (45 ml)
• 7 drops of tea tree essential oil

Preparation and application

• Mix the two ingredients. Keep in mind that tea tree essential oil can be irritating to sensitive areas.
• Apply all over the scalp before going to bed and leave on overnight.
• In the morning, wash your hair as usual.