Scalp acne is a common problem in men and women but it is not easily noticeable unless you have very short hair. Though the problem is not serious in nature but negligence can often lead to hair loss.
Most cases of scalp acne can be easily controlled. But first, let’s look at the causes of this annoying and painful problem.
Scalp acne occurs when oil and dirt gets trapped in hair. Oil from various hairstyling products and dirt from the environment clogs up the pores of scalp, thereby causing bacterial infection. This causes the hair follicle to swell up and leads to acne.
Keeping your scalp clean is one of the best treatments to reduce scalp acne. Shampooing on a regular basis (every alternate day) can be a good way to remove dirt and oil from your scalp. This will also allow efficient hair growth and keep your hair healthy.
Here are some other tips to prevent scalp acne:
- Don’t use oily hairstyling products.
- Exfoliate every week to remove dead skin cells and dirt from hair.
- Always wash hair with cold water. Never use hot water as that will cause dryness and aggravate the problem.
- Try to cover your hair with a cap or some cloth when you are traveling.
- Always use professional hair shears to cut your hair. Using cheap quality scissors can damage your hair.
- Massage your scalp regularly. This enhances blood circulation and promotes hair growth.
Two in every five persons, suffer from scalp acne. So if you are planning to keep a very short haircut, you may face embarrassment due to this problem. Start your hair care regime to keep your hair strong, lustrous and thus keep scalp acne at bay!
