HOW TO GET RID OF A DRY SCALP

An itchy scalp is bad enough, but team it up with embarrassing flakes and you've got a double act that does absolutely nothing for your look. Luckily, it only takes a few simple changes to your haircare routine to say goodbye to an irritating dry scalp. Check out our top tips for how to treat a dry scalp.

1. Turn down the temperature

As tempting as it is, especially in fall and winter, to jump into a steaming shower in the morning, your scalp will thank you if you show a little moderation. Hot water can further irritate your scalp, breaking down your hair's protective natural oils and increasing that dry feeling. So play it cool, and keep your shower at the lowest temperature you can comfortably handle.

2. Get a gentle shampoo

Your hair's natural oils are what helps keep follicles hydrated and your scalp itch-free – so you want to retain them as much as possible. To do this, use a gentle shampoo that doesn't strip your hair of its natural oils. Try using TRESemmé Renewal Hair & Scalp Shampoo two or three times a week. The special formula, with tea tree extract and sunflower seed oil, delivers nourishment to the protective outer layer of your scalp, helping to retain moisture.

3. Nourish!

Prepare to remember the most important word in dry scalp care: nourish! Stressed and tired hair needs extra TLC, and a nourishing shampoo conditioner, like the TRESemmé Renewal Hair & Scalp system, will help give your scalp an extra dose of soothing moisture for a vibrant head.

4. Go easy on the product

Where there's dry scalp, there's often dry hair. We know that when you're stuck with unmanageable dry hair, sometimes the easiest solution is to just style them away with dye, mousse and hairspray. But this can prolong the problem—excessive product and chemical processes dry out your scalp even more, and leads to dull, damaged hair. But don't worry, that doesn't mean you need to pack all those trusted styling products away for good – it's just a case of making sure you use the right ones to help you achieve your look without overburdening your hair. Think flexible hairsprays that are lightweight, but help achieve a beautiful finish, and serums that help provide a protective layer to your hair for softer, smoother, shiny-looking hair.

So, the next time you’re ready to Google ‘How to get rid of dry scalp’, try these four simple tips to help give your head and hair the loving treatment they need.