How to properly care for your scalp. Women's scalp and hair care

10.08.2019

At all times, beautiful, well-groomed hair was considered a sign of health and prosperity. Women aren't the only ones who have to worry about how their hair looks. A man's hair, clean, neatly cut and styled, is eye-catching, communicative and sympathetic. In order to properly care for the scalp and hair and choose the right cosmetics, you need to take into account the characteristics of the male body, and what kind of male hair care will give the best results, you will learn from our article.

Peculiarities

The hair coat of both sexes is identical up to a certain age. Differences begin to appear during puberty, when the body produces hormones: testosterone for boys, estrogen for girls. From this moment, the thickness of the male hair increases, the sebaceous glands work more intensively.

Thanks to the latter feature, the hairstyle often becomes oily. Testosterone strongly affects the lifespan of the follicles of the strong half of humanity on the head. It gradually poisons the cells responsible for hair growth, which leads to baldness in someone earlier, someone later.

rules

For each type of male hair, you need to select your own cosmetic. An improperly selected shampoo can be a real torment for the stronger sex. In addition to it, there are many different conditioners, balms, mousses and other useful things that help your hair look perfect.

In order for your hair to always shine with beauty, you need to try to follow simple rules:

Cleanliness is the key to health! The easiest care a man can provide to his hair is shampooing. But when choosing this remedy, you also need to be careful. The beloved 2-in-1 shower gel option can seriously harm follicles. The composition of such a product contains substances that are responsible for the effective washing of the body, which are not suitable in composition. For long, thick strands, it is good to use conditioner in addition to shampoo. It will help them not get tangled and give their hair a beautiful shine. Rinse the strands thoroughly using only warm water.
Drying... For owners of lush or long hair, when using a hair dryer after shampooing, it is worth remembering the temperature regime. Warm air directed at the hair from a sufficient distance at medium speed is ideal. Drying with hot air from a short distance will damage the hair follicles.
Comb. A short haircut also needs combing. A simple procedure lifts hairs, nourishes the skin with oxygen, and increases blood flow. For daily use, wide-spacing wooden combs or soft massage combs are suitable.

Important! The use of metal combs is strictly not allowed. They violate the integrity of the skin, which contributes to the development of various skin diseases and hair loss.

The best men's care products

When choosing a means for shampooing and subsequent care, you need to remember the type of hair, take into account their length and additional parameters of the skin and age. Some shampoos are suitable for owners of oily hair, other balms for those who develop an early bald head, the third will help to paint over gray hair. Cosmetology does not stand still, men, as well as women, can choose for themselves a whole line of suitable care products.

Shampoos

Shampoos of a strong half of humanity are very different from women's hair wash products. The difference lies in the characteristics of the skin, its alkaline balance and the work of the sebaceous glands. When choosing a shampoo, a man should be guided by:

the presence in the composition of cleaning components: Ammonium Lauryl Sulfate, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, Ammonium Laureth Sulfate;
lack of silicone additives;
the presence of elements that reduce fat, perform an antibacterial effect;
pay attention to the need for dandruff treatment;
notice the presence of a masculine scent.

On store shelves you can see a large number of different men's cosmetics, but the stronger sex has its own leaders among shampoos.

One of the most popular shampoos is Nivea Men "Extreme Freshness" with menthol, volume 400 ml. The product is intended for normal to oily hair, ideal for daily shampooing. A pleasant additional effect is persistent icy freshness. Shampoo should be applied in a small amount on the head, gently lather and rinse with warm water. Buyers did not find any disadvantages to this product. The average price per bottle is 150 rubles.

L "Oreal Elseve for men against dandruff with a volume of 250 ml. The shampoo is suitable for all hair types. Helps to cope with itching and flaking for a long time. Daily use possible. The experts note the downside of the possible occurrence of allergic reactions, and the buyers of the relatively high cost for the specified volume. For effective use, you need to apply a small amount to a wet head. Then lather and leave for up to 2 minutes, then rinse hair thoroughly with warm water. The average price in Russia is 150 rubles.

Popular balms

Men rarely use other hair care products other than shampoo. But for the hair to be protected, beautiful and healthy, additional care should also be considered.

The conditioner covers the entire length of the hair with a protective film, which allows the comb to glide more easily along the length of the hair without damaging the structure. In relation to temperature changes and other weather conditions, the hairstyle becomes more stable. Another positive feature of the conditioner is the fight against baldness, increasing the life of the follicles. Some of the most popular men's conditioners include:

AMERICAN CREW daily conditioner volume of 250 ML. The balm is suitable for daily use, moisturizes, nourishes and smoothes hair. Thanks to the menthol included in the composition, the product has an invigorating effect and leaves a fresh smell for a long time. Men note that after using the product, the hair remains soft for a long time, the oily effect disappears. A small volume is enough for a fairly long period of time. No minuses were found for the product. The average price is 1100 rubles per bottle.

Revitalizing DAX volume of 414 ml. The product is great for those who use fixing cosmetics. Detangles hair, removes styling residues, makes it manageable and less brittle. The balm can be used daily. Of the minuses, it is worth noting the high price for a small volume at a high flow rate. The average price per bottle is 1100 rubles.

Other care products

In addition to shampoos and balms, the beauty industry has taken care of other means for caring for men. For the stronger sex, hair loss remedies, various protective and vitamin complexes have been developed.

Davines Energizing Thickening Tonic- energetic thickening tonic in a small volume of 100 ml. The product stimulates and strengthens weakened and thin hair. The composition contains caffeine, which has a positive effect on blood circulation. In addition, the product contains a large amount of oils and substances responsible for prolonging the life of the follicles. The bottle has a convenient dropper and is applied in the amount of a few drops to the scalp. After complete absorption, it is washed off with water. Of the minuses, buyers note a high price. The average cost is 3900 rubles.

Professional Strength Healthy Hair- means for thinning hair. Nourishes follicles, makes hair healthy, thick and strong. The composition contains sesame extract, which prevents hair loss. The product does not need to be rinsed off after application. Cons - high price for small volume. The average price for a volume of 75 ml is 1500 rubles.

Folk recipes

There are many cosmetic products for the care of men's hair. Store shelves are filled with beautiful bubbles. But you can take care of your health not only with their help. From our ancestors, various recipes for masks and decoctions for home care have been preserved, allowing you to perform the care procedure using natural products. The advantage of such mixtures is environmental friendliness and the absence of any chemical additives that can cause an allergic reaction.

Recipe 1. Nettle vinegar lotion. Great for strengthening and preventing hair loss.

For the mixture, you will need finely chopped nettle leaves (5 tablespoons) mixed with 0.5 liters of water and 2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar. The solution must be brought to a boil, kept on fire for half an hour. Refrigerate.

Apply two to three times a week for a couple of months. It must be applied to the scalp before going to bed or a few hours before washing.

Recipe 2. Simple bow. Onions are another effective fighter against hair loss.

A medium-sized onion should be grated on a fine grater, mixed with 2 teaspoons of honey and applied to the scalp. After 2 hours, the mixture is washed off with warm water. Such a remedy is used no more than twice a week.

Recipe 3. Sea buckthorn oil, castor or burdock oil will be good helpers for care.

They should be applied to the head half an hour before washing, several times a week. You can wrap your head in foil after application. So the effect of using oils will be better.

Advice. For comfort, before applying on the head, the product should be warmed up to room temperature.

To keep your hair always clean and beautiful, you need to regularly take care of its condition, use only high-quality products and strive to comply hygiene rules:

When using shampoos, conditioners, masks and other hair products, you need to pay attention to the instructions for use. Correctly performed actions guarantee a good result.
When buying, it is imperative to take into account the type, features of the skin (the presence of dandruff, strong work of the sebaceous glands, baldness).
Care products should always be rinsed off thoroughly so that hair is less dirty and can breathe freely.
When using a hair dryer, you need to choose a gentle mode.
Combs should only be individual, with large soft teeth.

Proper systematic care and attentive attitude will help your hair look healthy, delay hair loss for a long time and make any man a source of pride.

Useful videos

How to properly care for men's hair, as well as an overview of styling products from Andrey Dryazgov.

An overview of American CREW professional hair care products made specifically for men.

In order for the hair to always look great and literally shine with health, it is necessary to deal not only with the curls themselves. But also pay attention to the condition of the skin under the hair. After all, it is in it that the follicles from which the hair grows are located. And this means that problems with them will immediately affect the hair. Scalp care includes various procedures. This includes massage, nutrition, hydration, and, of course, cleansing. And also attention should be paid to the food used for styling the product, and to the lifestyle in general.

Proper scalp care

Cleansing and peeling

Any care should begin with cleansing. This refers to both regular shampooing and the use of a scrub.

The shampoo must be chosen, taking into account the type of skin. If it is dry and sensitive, the detergent should be as gentle and gentle as possible. For oily skin, it is recommended to choose appropriate products suitable for frequent use. Indeed, in this case, the curls have to be washed very often.

Frequent washing is generally of little use to the scalp. But excessive neglect of hygienic procedures will not lead to any good. Ideally, if the hair is washed no more than a couple of times a week.

In this case, it is better to use water that is not too hot. For dry hair, it is harmful in that it will lead to even more dryness. Well, in the case of oily strands, the effect will be the opposite - from steaming, already actively working sebaceous glands begin to secrete a secret even more intensively. This means that the hair will have to be washed, most likely, tomorrow.

It is best to wash with warm water and rinse with cool water. By the way, it is not bad to use herbal decoctions as rinses. For example, nettle can be brewed for oily skin. And chamomile will provide additional care for dry scalp.

Purchased special products can also be used as a peeling. But with the same success, scrubs prepared at home according to folk recipes cope with cleansing the skin. You can use coffee grounds, sea salt, sugar, henna and similar products that can act as an abrasive and a nutrient at the same time.

Have stroke behind the scalp must include peeling... Because part of the dirt (city dust or the remains of styling products) is not washed off with shampoo. Carrying out a cleansing procedure with a scrub once a month (often not desirable) will allow the skin to breathe freely, improve its metabolism, and accelerate blood circulation. This means that the curls will become stronger and more attractive, their growth will increase.

Massage

This pleasant treatment has a similar purpose to cleansing with scrubs. Of course, massage does not remove impurities. But he has a wonderful function - relaxation. And this is also a necessary part of comprehensive hair care. Stress has an extremely negative effect on the condition of the skin. Fatigue, lack of sleep immediately become visible on the face. But the same thing happens with the skin under the curls. Therefore, self-massage is an excellent health-improving and preventive procedure.

You can do it both with your fingers and with special massagers. At the same time, it is not forbidden to use massage oil. Most often it is suggested to take 2 tablespoons. l. olive or burdock. However, any other is quite suitable for this purpose. The oil needs to be heated. Body temperature is ideal. The oil is then applied to the scalp. Thanks to this action, the massage will be easier and the skin will receive additional nutrition.

Caring for a massage is not difficult at all. It is enough to make circular movements with your fingers or a brush for a few minutes. Start from the forehead and move towards the crown. And then, on the contrary, circle your arms up from the neck.

Then you can play the tapping movements. These should be soft, gentle touches with your fingertips. In conclusion - stroking movements or simply combing the hair with a comb. In this case, be sure to press the comb to the surface of the head.

In case of any wounds or inflammations, it is better to refuse massage and peeling. All damage must be healed first. In cases where scalp problems cause concern in scale or duration of existence, it is imperative to see a doctor.

Moisturizing and nourishing the skin

Dandruff is an obvious manifestation of scalp health problems. In order to get rid of it or not get an unpleasant surprise in the form of white flakes on the hair, it is necessary to take proper care of the scalp.

Dry skin

Oily skin

20 minutes before washing, apply half a glass of warm kefir to your head. Cover with a hat. After the specified time, wash off with shampoo.
Mash two medium slices of rye bread and cover with warm water. Let it swell. Apply bread gruel to the head. Hold for 20 minutes. Massage. Wash off. This mask can sometimes be used as a substitute for shampoo.
Two hours before washing, rub the juice of one carrot into the scalp. Use only fresh juice.

Other factors

Complete scalp care will not work if you do not take care of your food... First of all, the menu should not contain unhealthy foods rich in preservatives, dyes and other additives. The food should be balanced. The necessary ratio of proteins, fats and carbohydrates, as well as a sufficient amount of vitamins and microelements, is the ideal to strive for.

Exercise and fresh air will benefit your skin. Minimum stress. Refusal (at least partial) from the hair dryer. The presence of a headdress both in cold weather and in the active summer sun. Drinking 2 liters of water per day. All these measures, with their constant observance, will surely provide the much desired result - the skin under the hair will become flawless, and the hair shining and silky.

The most important thing is to remember to relax! Therefore, specially for you Anti-STRESS video:

Masks at home

What can you do for your hair besides washing your hair? They have proven themselves well. Any hair mask works much better when applied to clean hair.

Burdock oil and mustard

the effect: enhances hair growth, reduces hair loss, acts well against oily hair.

Components:

2 tbsp. tablespoons of burdock oil;
2 tbsp. tablespoons of mustard powder;
1 egg yolk;
2 teaspoons of sugar;
2 tbsp. spoons of warm water.

Application:

Mix burdock oil with mustard powder.
Add yolk and sugar.
Then add water.
Using a brush, gently apply the mask to the hair.
Wrap up with cellophane, and then with a towel.
Keep the mask on your head for 20-30 minutes.
Then rinse off.

Feelings during the mask should be warming and comfortable. With a burning sensation, for any discomfort, do not tolerate it, but immediately wash it off.

With fruit for colored curls

the effect: moisturizing and firming mask. Enhances the shine of the hair.

Components:

1/2 banana;
1/4 avocado
1 teaspoon of honey;
1 teaspoon of brandy;
1 teaspoon olive oil for dry hair or grape seed oil when.

Application:

Grind the fruits together.
The honey-oil base is slightly warmed up in a steam bath.
Both ingredients mix well, and then the cognac is added.
The resulting mass must be processed curls.
Washes off easily.

It has conditioning properties. It is not applied in the first week after staining. Further, it will help to effectively preserve the color and strengthen the follicles.

Medical procedures

- the introduction of subcutaneous injections with a therapeutic cocktail, which includes B vitamins, vitamin A, vitamin C, drugs to improve blood flow, drugs to regulate the production of sebaceous secretions. The procedure is aimed at moisturizing, enriching with vitamins, etc. By the time mesotherapy lasts from 30 to 60 minutes... The average price is 2000-4000 rubles per session. The course is from 3-4 sessions to 10-12.

Laser therapy - exposure to the scalp with a low-frequency pulsed laser beam. The procedure helps to restore normal hair growth in all types of alopecia (baldness) and in many diseases of the scalp, such as dandruff, which you can read more about.

Treatment is carried out in a course. The cost of one procedure is 1,500 rubles on average. The number of recommended sessions is 15. And if you are interested in how to treat the scalp after a burn with paint and which procedure is suitable for this purpose, then click.

Ozone therapy is the enrichment of the scalp with ozone aimed at stimulating the hair follicle and generally improving blood circulation in the scalp. The time of one procedure is 15 minutes, the average cost is 2500 rubles. Number of recommended sessions 6.

Cosmetical tools

When choosing cosmetics, you need to be guided by the rule:

products must be suitable for skin type;
must solve the stated problem;
be one line of one brand.

You need to choose safe means. Take into account individual intolerance.

The correct male way to keep hair

The acid-base balance (pH) of the scalp in men is less (5.4) than in women (5.7). The skin in men has a denser texture and intense blood circulation. Hair in men becomes dirty and greasy faster. The sebaceous glands work much more actively than in women. High testosterone levels cause men to go bald early.

Choose shampoos for men (strong detergents and sufficient nutrients).
Wash your hair no more often than every other day.
Do not use brute force when combing, when drying hair with a towel.
Do not abuse baseball caps, hats, and for owners of a head of hair - tightening elastic bands.

Feminine approach

You should choose gentle mild shampoos.
Do not stain your head without evidence.
Do not overuse styling products.

Photo

Look at the photo of how healthy and well-groomed hair looks beautiful:

For dry skin

Use mild shampoos (baby shampoos can be used).
Wash your hair with lukewarm water.
Use a deep moisturizing mask (jojoba oil) once a week.

For oily skin

Choose shampoos with a plant-based formula. Not alkaline.
Refuse conditioned shampoos and 2-in-1 shampoos.
Avoid synthetic materials when choosing headwear and scarves.
Do not wear tight-fitting hats.

Hair follicles are located in the scalp, so their full growth depends on healthy and well-groomed skin. Trichologists agree that it is impossible to have healthy hair without proper scalp care. Currently, the salons offer a whole range of hair and scalp care services. These procedures are very expensive, and not every woman is able to afford a systematic visit to the salon. But care can be provided in the conditions, and the result will exceed all expectations.

First of all, the health of the skin depends on the general state of health, a full-fledged balanced diet. Therefore, if you have any diseases, go through a full course of examination and get a doctor's recommendation. Organize a full-fledged regime of work and rest, eat rationally, fractionally and often. Take vitamin and mineral complexes. Lack of vitamins negatively affects the general well-being and the condition of the skin. Take fish oil or flaxseed oil, it helps to remove excess cholesterol and saturate the body with high-grade fatty acids, which work in the best way on nails and are responsible for the health of the entire skin. Zinc also plays an important role in skin health. The lack of this trace element causes dryness and flaking.

Drink 2 liters of clean water daily to normalize the functioning of the gastrointestinal tract. All this in combination has a positive effect on overall well-being and on the skin. It has long been scientifically proven that only external care can not provide 100% of the results for the health of the scalp and hair. Only a complex effect can make the scalp truly healthy.

Wash your hair with a neutral mild shampoo and massage your scalp with your fingertips. Don't be afraid to wash your hair daily. The myth that it will damage your hair and make it brittle is just a myth. Modern detergents not only do not spoil the hair, but also have a healing and health-improving effect, and their mild formula is specially created for daily care. A systematic skin massage will help restore blood circulation and accelerate hair growth.

Rub burdock oil into your scalp three times a week. It is sold with a variety of supplements designed to eliminate dandruff and nutrition. To use, massage the oil thoroughly into the scalp and use a comb to spread through all hair.

Eliminate factors that negatively affect hair and scalp. Protect your head from the sun, rain and wind, use natural peroxide-free hair colors, do not use styling products, do not blow dry. If it is impossible to give up the hair dryer and styling products, then use them as little as possible and only in case of emergency.

They have a beneficial effect on the scalp. You can use ready-made cosmetics or rub your own formulations into your skin twice a week. For masks, you can use a mixture of yeast and fresh kefir. Mix the ingredients in equal proportions, massage into scalp, leave for 30 minutes and wash off with a mild shampoo. You can also make a mixture of egg yolk, one teaspoon of cocoa and one teaspoon of brandy. Use the composition in the same way as in the first case.

If the scalp is dry and flaky, rub in warm tea tree oil, cocoa, rosemary, geranium, grape oil. Any oil can be bought at a pharmacy. For oily skin, add the juice of half a lemon and a few drops of pine oil to the oil.

With systematic scalp and hair care, you will have amazing ones that will surprise not only you.

Healthy hair isn't just thick, shiny hair, it's also a healthy scalp. Hair follicles are located in the scalp, so their full growth depends on healthy and well-groomed skin. Trichologists agree that it is impossible to have healthy hair without proper scalp care.
Scalp care is a daily job. Not that you have to do just this all day, but remembering the scalp once a year will not achieve any lasting result.

A fairly large number of women and men have a high sebum secretion, as a result of which the hair quickly gets dirty and loses its appearance.

Increased secretion of sebum (seborrhea) is also a predisposing background for the imbalance of the microflora of the scalp, which leads to complications - seborrheic dermatitis, which is characterized by the appearance of dandruff, itching and inflammation of the scalp.

Currently, seborrheic dermatitis is considered a disease that can cause hair loss or aggravate existing hair problems. Caring for a scalp prone to excess sebum secretion must necessarily include washing the head as it gets dirty, and even daily washing is not prohibited.

The most common hair type is a combination of oily scalp and dry hair strands. In such situations, it is extremely difficult to find a care product: using a shampoo for dry hair will not make the shaft even more dry, but it will not cleanse the scalp sufficiently, which can contribute to dandruff. And the use of shampoos for oily hair will provide good cleansing of the scalp, however, it will aggravate the condition of the hair shafts - contribute to even greater dryness and brittleness. In such cases, it is optimal to select shampoos according to the type of scalp, however, after washing, it is imperative to use various restorative masks, conditioners and balms that care for the hair shaft.

With severe dryness of the hair shafts (for example, hair damaged by perm, curly hair), but the active work of the sebaceous glands, it is possible to wash the head with a shampoo selected according to the type of hair shaft, that is, mild shampoos, but their cleansing effect must be supplemented by the use of cleansing masks and lotions, scalp toners. In general, the use of scalp lotions and toners should be part of your daily skin care routine. Their effect can be compared to the use of lotions and toners for the skin of the face. Being on the surface of the scalp for a sufficiently long time after application, the active ingredients help to maintain the balance of the microflora of the scalp, have an anti-inflammatory effect, regulate the secretion of sebum, and usually contain a number of nutritional components.

An obligatory component of scalp care is the use of various conditioners and balms after washing, which will neutralize the alkaline effect of shampoos due to the weakly acidic medium and cationic components in their composition. In case of severe dryness of the hair shaft, it is necessary to use masks that have a regenerating effect on the hair shaft. They contain amino acids, proteins and protein hydrolysates that reduce structural defects in the hair shaft, as well as components that improve the lipid barrier or cover the hair cuticle with a thin film (vegetable oils, silicones and dimethicones).

Proper scalp care involves following these rules:

Balance your diet. For normal health and functioning, your body needs to receive all vitamins and minerals. The scalp is no exception. Fish oil, flaxseed oil or gamma-linolenic acid, avocado are especially useful for her. Zinc has a very good effect on the condition of the scalp.
Moisture is also extremely important for the good condition of the scalp. Keep in mind that water is the last to reach the scalp. Therefore, you need to drink a lot - at least 2 liters per day. Better plain clean water.
The work of the sebaceous glands largely depends on the state of the nervous and endocrine systems, as well as on acute and chronic diseases of the internal organs (especially the gastrointestinal tract). Any of the diseases will affect the condition of the scalp. Watch this.
Try to avoid stress. All stresses of the nervous system have a bad effect on health, including the scalp.
Choose the right shampoo. Perhaps the scalp flakes for this very reason. And if it doesn't work out on your own, consult a trichologist or cosmetologist.
Wash your hair properly. There are certain rules for washing your head - always follow them!
Wash your hair daily. Do not be afraid that your hair will start to oily. And what difference does it make if you wash them every day. It gives a feeling of comfort, the scalp is hydrated, nourished and always clean. All this contributes to her better condition. Especially this recommendation applies to vacation time: sun, swimming pools, sea ... and for daily washing, use a mild daily shampoo.
Try not to wash your hair in too hard or chlorinated water.
Rinse your head thoroughly under running water for at least 5 minutes. The shampoo left on the scalp does not have the best effect on its health. This also leads to dryness of the skin and the appearance of white flakes.
Protect your head from the effects of meteorological factors: wear a panama hat in summer, and a warm hat in cold weather.
Dry your hair gently after washing. Wet hair is especially vulnerable. Don't rub your scalp - just pat dry with a towel.
Try to use the services of thermal devices as rarely as possible: hair dryer, tongs, curling irons, irons, diffuser and others. This is especially true for weak and damaged hair and for dry scalp.
Do not injure your scalp again with styling products. This is especially important when the reason for the unsatisfactory condition of the scalp lies in the negative impact of cosmetic procedures on it.
Use quality head cosmetics. Don't skimp on your beauty and health.
Try not to allow long-term stretching of the scalp: tight hairstyles (for example, hair tightly gathered in a ponytail), smoothing the hair to the scalp with invisibility, and so on. At least at home and be sure to remove everything from your head at night.

Following these simple guidelines will help keep your scalp looking good. This means that the hair will also grow strong and healthy. And to enhance the effect, sometimes pamper your scalp with additional care: masks, massage.