To get to the root (pun intended) of what causes a dry scalp – and to understand how to rehydrate the skin with all that hair in the way – we called on Anabel Kingsley, Philip Kingsley Brand President and Consultant Trichologist, to reveal all. Scalp skin has a unique neural structure that contains densely innervated hair follicles (meaning there are nerves present), as well as blood vessels and so it is prone to sensations. Itching can be caused by anything from external aggravators, such irritation from topical products, chlorine, and skin-barrier disruption, to internal factors, like stress.' For instance, being exposed to the sun, very cold weather, or central heating,' explains Kingsley. Hair products will not usually cause scalp dryness, but they can leave a fine, white residue on your roots, and this can be mistaken for dead skin cells. It commonly flares up when you are stressed, when hormone levels fluctuate, and when you eat certain foods such as full fat dairy products, like cheese.' Pure oils can also cause irritation and weigh down your roots,' explains Kingsley. Instead, use a targeted daily scalp toner to help clear itching and irritation.' £25.00 'As hair is non-essential tissue, it’s the last part of our body to benefit from what we eat and the first to suffer when our diet is lacking,' notes Kingsley. In terms of how much protein you should eat, add around a palm sized portion to your breakfast and lunch. Ferritin (stored iron) helps to keep hair in the anagen (growth) phase. £9.99 £10.00 'Twice weekly, apply a moisturising scalp mask containing ingredients such as aloe vera and mild exfoliants, such as betaine salicylate,' suggests Kingsley. £14.00 When you finally head off on a sunny beach holiday, be sure to pack an after sun for your scalp not just one for your body.
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