Soothing an Itchy Scalp
Has your scalp ever been uncomfortably itchy? Itching can cause extreme misery for the sufferer, however many causes of itchiness can be solved with simple remedies. There are many reasons why the scalp or skin may be irritated. So before you seek a dermatologist’s help, ask yourself the following:
1)Are you using a shampoo made from detergents like sodium lauryl sulfate or sodium laureth sulfate? Although these detergents lather wonderfully they can dry your scalp out to the point of being extremely itchy. Consider switching to a natural shampoo made from gentle surfactants (cleansers) such as Northwest Scents shampoo.
2)Are you suffering from allergic reactions to one or more food items? Commercially prepared foods contain many different ingredients which can sometimes cause allergic reactions. Those allergic reactions could be the cause of your itchy scalp. Take note of when your scalp itches and see if it coincides with when you are eating foods which you might be sensitive to. Try changing your diet by eliminating one food item at a time to see if this helps.
3)Is your water making your scalp itch? If your live in an area with hard water (water that contains more minerals that it should), if your water has chlorine in it, or if you live in a building with old pipes, the water may be leaving a residue in your hair that causes your scalp to itch. The best way to solve the problem of hard water is to buy a shower filter. If you are interested in a shower filter here are some that might interest you:
Aqua-Pure APHOSH, APHOSF High Output Shower Filter
Price: $27.82
The Aquapure APHOSH, APHOSF High Output Shower Water Filter installs onto your shower head to remove unwanted chlorine that can cause dry skin and flaky hair, leaving you with softer skin and silkier hair. The APHOSH shower filter has a durable design that allows for high capacity and output yet also has a long life performance–1 year! Comes with one APHOSF-RC shower water filter cartridge. APHOSH-PC (polished chrome). Part 5614828APHOSH-WH (white). Part 5614827Also Known as APHOSF-PC and APHOSF-WH.
Rainshow’r CQ-1000MS Dechlorinating Shower Filter
Price: $47.99
The Rainshow’r CQ-1000MS Dechlorinating Shower Filter gives you an “Engergized Shower Experience”! Made in the USA, the CQ-1000-MS is NSF certified to remove the chlorine in your water that can leave skin dry and cracked. Shower head included. The KDF media in the CQ-1000 converts chlorine into harmless soluble chloride and also features crystalline quartz for that energy enhanced rivigorating shower feel. Benefits of the CQ1000MS : Healthier, younger looking skin. Softer, more managable hair. Reduced fading on color treated hair. Relief from dry skin and scalp. Improved lathering and sudsing. Perfect for those sensitive to Chlorine. Removes 90% or more of free Chlorine.The CQ-1000MS fits most standard plumbing and installs in minutes. This model includes a 3 position massage shower head.
