Peeling of the scalp due to the natural death of the upper layer of the skin is a completely normal phenomenon.
Such peeling of the scalp does not cause concern, unlike pathological processes that need to be urgently treated.
The problem of peeling of the scalp is widespread, according to scientists, about 57 percent of women of different ages are exposed to it.
Usually, the causes of peeling do not require medical correction, but sometimes the scalp can "tell" about serious disorders in the body.
In the vast majority of cases, peeling of the scalp is a symptom of a fungal infection.
Let's see what else leads to unpleasant symptoms.
Skin peeling: causes
As soon as you notice an excess of skin flakes on your hair, analyze what changes have recently taken place in your life. Change of shampoo, comb, mode and diet - in 90% of cases, it is enough to correct them and peeling of the scalp will stop. But there are more serious problems.
Peeling of the skin cause:
• fungal diseases such as seborrhea and psoriasis;
• folliculitis;
• ichthyosis;
• climate change;
• effects of peeling and excess tanning;
• improper skin care;
• stress, depression;
• malnutrition;
• malfunctions of the body systems;
• frequent chemical coloring, curling, the use of styling products and styling devices (hair dryer, curling iron).
Causes of flaky skin with the formation of flakes, red spots and itching
Such symptoms indicate the development of seborrheic dermatitis. This is a fairly common phenomenon, which is caused by an excess of sebum and a change in its composition. The causative agent of the disease is the yeast-like fungus Malassezia furfur in the form of Pityrosporum ovale. These microorganisms use sebaceous secretion for their growth and development.
Men suffer from seborrheic dermatitis more often than women. Hormonal changes, stresses and disturbances in the functioning of the immune system often cause it. Dermatitis with a genetic and external developmental factor is rare.
In this case, dandruff can be either dry or oily, the scalp is not only peeling, but also constantly irritated and itchy. With dry dandruff on the surface of the skin, an accumulation of small (sometimes large) white flour-shaped flakes and itching are observed.
In severe cases with oily dandruff, erythematous spots and plaques with greasy scales and combs appear on the scalp.
Why does the scalp peel off after washing
Some people experience itching after shampooing. Most often, this is caused by the reaction of sensitive skin to chemicals. In this case, you need to wash your hair as thoroughly as possible, since not all hair care products have a positive effect on the scalp, for example, balm.
If even after a thorough washing off of the products, the scalp does not stop peeling, it is better to change shampoo and other hair care products.
Peeling of the scalp: methods of treatment
In the treatment of peeling of the scalp, you can first try to get by with a little blood. First of all, improving nutrition, adjusting the regimen, balancing proteins of fats and carbohydrates, reducing the amount of sugar consumed should be the start of treatment for scalp. Since dandruff can cause professional series products, it is better to change them to shampoos for everyday use.
If the change of detergent and the above measures have not led to a result, you should contact a dermatologist or trichologist as soon as possible.
Doctors use physiotherapeutic agents to treat dandruff, for example, cryomassage, which is carried out with liquid nitrogen. The procedure leads to a narrowing of the blood vessels, after which the capillaries expand and the nutrition of the hair follicles improves.
The antibacterial and anti-inflammatory effect is also achieved by exposure to the skin by electric shock (darsonvalization). It is carried out before treatment with keratolytic agents.
Often treats the scalp with shampoos. It can be antifungal shampoos and contributing to the slowdown of epidermal cell growth. The content of sulfur, zinc and selenium in the latter does not allow them to be prescribed often. More often, doctors prescribe a shampoo containing tar and tar, which helps remove excess sebum.
For the treatment of the greasy type of dandruff, treatment of the scalp with a 60% solution of sodium thiosulfate, 2% salicylic ointment, sulsen paste is used.
When peeling the scalp, the doctor will certainly advise the pharmacy multivitamin complex. Do not self-medicate - the doctor knows best what vitamins you lack, and what will help in your case.
How to treat peeling of the scalp with seborrheic dermatitis
The basis of treatment is the use of shampoos based on ketoconazole (Nizoral), tar, selenium sulfide (Sulsena) or zinc pyrithione (Friderm Zinc, Algopix, Skin Cap). Ketoconazole proved to be very effective - it is used both in the acute stage of treatment and once a month for prevention.
If seborrhea has gone into a severe stage, doctors use corticosteroids. In particular, fluorinated corticosteroids in the form of lotions or gels, and hydrocortisone with clioquinol.
It is very important for seborrhea to monitor the diet - a minimum of fatty, salty and spicy foods, as well as sweets. Exclude anything that increases sebum secretion.
Scalp treatment for psoriasis
Despite the abundance of folk recipes for psoriasis, treatment gives an effect only with a competent medical approach using different groups of techniques.
• If you suspect the allergic nature of the disease, antihistamines are prescribed: Erius, Suprastin, Telfast, Tavegil, and others. Kestin performed well. They are also used to eliminate itching.
• When the scalp is severely affected and with a generalized form of the disease, calcium preparations - gluconate and chloride are used to desensitize the body. For detoxification, polysorb and activated carbon are prescribed.
• In the case of an autoimmune form of psoriasis, immunosuppressants are prescribed - Azathioprine and Cyclosporin.
• Psoriasis, which affects certain parts of the body, in particular, the hair, is successfully stopped by glucocorticosteroids (Prednisolone) in the form of ointments and creams. They relieve inflammation and reduce peeling of the scalp.
• Adherence to bacterial infection in psoriasis plaques also forces antibiotics.
• Keratolytics and synthetic vitamin D - relieve inflammation and accelerate healing.
Peeling of the scalp: folk remedies
The relief from peeling, redness and itching of the scalp brings the use of some folk remedies. But note: what came up with a patient with seborrheic dermatitis will be completely useless with psoriasis and dry dandruff. Do not neglect the services of a medical professional in treatment.
So, traditional medicine claims the effectiveness of the following remedies for peeling scalp.
Olive oil mask
In 100 grams of olive (can be mixed in half with linseed) oil pour 1 tablespoon of lemon juice. Lubricate the scalp, cover with a bag and hold for 20 minutes. Please note: there is a lot of acid in the composition, so the mask can not be over-exposed. At the end of the period, wash off the nettle with a warm broth. Repeat regularly every 3 days for a month.
Oatmeal mask
Two cups of cereal pour a little broth of nettle or chamomile. Rub the resulting gruel-like mass with soft movements into the affected areas, cover with cellophane and wrap with a towel. Leave for a couple of hours, then rinse with warm water and shampoo.
Egg ointment
Put the whole (in shell) raw chicken egg in a 200-gram glass, pour vinegar to the top, cover and leave for a day. After that, carefully chop the shell, mix with the egg mixture and add 1 tablespoon of pork fat. Doctors say that the remedy helps with psoriatic plaques if you hold on them an "ointment" for half an hour. After time, rinse and lubricate the skin with zinc ointment.
Onion mask
Grind the peeled onion in a meat grinder and put the resulting slurry on the head moistened with water. Wrap with polyethylene and leave for half an hour. Rinse with warm water, dry your hair, and after a day wash with shampoo as usual. If burning and / or itching occurs, immediately terminate the procedure and wash your hair with shampoo.
With regular use, not only the skin will become healthier, but the hair will gain strength and shine.
Herbal Rinsers
The effect of rinsing hair from dandruff has long been known. One of the most effective herbal preparations is 2 tablespoons of calamus root, nettle and coltsfoot per 1 liter of boiling water. Simmer for 10 minutes in a water bath, then cover with dense material (so as not to cool down) and leave for 1 hour. It can be used both for rinsing the head after washing with shampoo, and instead of it.
A good effect is also given by a decoction of calendula with the addition of a small amount of vinegar or lemon juice.
If folk remedies were useless, or led to deterioration, urgently consult a doctor!
Peeling of the scalp: prevention
Just a few simple rules will save you from annoying peeling of the scalp:
• follow a balanced diet with plenty of vegetables, fruits, cereals, fish, dairy products and nuts;
• drink at least 1.5 liters of water every day;
• use a wooden hairbrush with rare teeth, wash it every day with shampoo;
• minimize the use of hair styling products;
• do not wash your hair with hot water, rinse after washing with decoctions of herbs;
• do not blow dry your hair;
• stick to personal hygiene rules.
If red spots, itching or pain appear, do not self-medicate!
