You may have heard of body or skin detox - but the scalp? The latter is not a "diet" for the roots, but helps nonetheless, in "removing 'waste' from the scalp to create a healthy environment for hair growth.

"Scalp detox is similar to skin exfoliation," explains Dr. Corey L. Hartman, dermatologist. "It involves applying cleansing ingredients to the scalp to remove impurities and restore hair shine."

Usually, you can do it with a shampoo, but it is suggested, especially if you have super thick hair, to use a scalp brush as well. This tool will not only massage your roots while washing, but will also ensure that the product gets to where it needs to be. 

The pros and cons of scalp detox

Dr. Hartman shows that regular detox leads to shinier and healthier hair with more effective growth. However, as with anything else, overdoing it can lead to problems. In this case, the hair can dry out a lot and as a result, weaken and become more "brittle".

According to dr. Hartman is best done especially during spring and summer when the scalp is coated with residues like sunscreen, salt water, chlorine etc.

How do you know if you need scalp detox?

One of the most common symptoms is usually itching in the area of ??the hair roots. However, if you have an unusual and frequent itching, you should consult a dermatologist.

Also, if you suffer from hair loss or other problems with the scalp, you should talk to a doctor before doing scalp detox yourself or at the hairdresser.

Focus more on products with ingredients like activated charcoal, salicylic acid and antibacterial oils.

Source: IN Style