The scalp – the first step to the hair of your dreams

Many of us dream of beautiful, healthy hair and we often spend a lot of time and money on getting the volume we want. But we often forget the most important thing – the scalp. To achieve the results we want, we need to take care of our scalp health. A healthy, balanced scalp is the first step to the hair of your dreams.

Why is the scalp so important?

Hair health and growth begin at the scalp. Without a healthy scalp, hair cannot reach its full potential, and hair quality can even deteriorate. Think of the scalp as the soil and the lengths as a flower planted in it. For the flower to grow and thrive, you must constantly attend to its needs, providing water and nourishment. Similarly, taking care of the scalp is just as important.

What is a healthy scalp?

A healthy scalp is a well-balanced scalp. It is characterized by clean and moisturized skin, good blood circulation, balanced oil production, and the absence of inflammation, itching, and scaling.

5 common scalp problems

Scalp problems are common and sometimes it can be difficult to tell which is which. Here we go over some of the most common types and what characterizes them:

1. Dry scalp  
   A dry scalp has small white flakes and a tight feeling on the scalp. It is often itchy and the hair can feel lifeless. Dry scalp is caused by a lack of moisture and tends to worsen during the winter months or when using a lot of styling products.
2. Dandruff
   A dandruff scalp is characterized by large, oily or dry flakes of skin that appear in the hair and on clothes. Dandruff can be either dry or oily. Oily dandruff usually remains on the scalp as a coating, while dry dandruff usually falls off and falls onto the shoulders. Dandruff can be caused by overproduction of oil or a fungal infection, and itching and irritation are common.
3. Oily scalp  
   If you have an oily scalp, you may find that your hair quickly becomes oily and looks greasy, often just a day after washing. This is caused by excessive sebum production, which can make your hair look flat and dirty.
4. Sensitive scalp
   For a sensitive scalp, you may experience itching, redness or a burning sensation. Sensitive scalps can react to products, weather changes or stress and require gentle and soothing products.
5. Hair loss
   If you are losing more hair than usual or if your hair feels thinner, it could be a sign of hair loss. Hair loss can be hereditary but it can also be caused by stress, hormones, medication and more and it is important to identify the cause in order to find the right treatment.

If you recognize yourself in any of these problems, the right care and products can make a big difference. Taking care of your scalp is the most important thing for the rest of your hair to feel good.

Italian hair care brandMaterNatura has developed specific Bio Beauty routines to help your hair and scalp regain balance.

What is a Bio Beauty routine?

A Bio Beauty routine consists of different products that, when used together, provide fast and visible results for each specific problem. The products contain effective, high-quality ingredients that help you get the results you want. And yes, of course, they are both vegan and organic!