Tips For Repairing Your Dry Scalp In Winter
Does your scalp instantly flare up during winter, becoming dry, tight or flaky? You're not alone. We explore how to restore balance, hydration and comfort for a healthy scalp and strands.Ā
It's not uncommon to notice changes in your skin when the temperature drops, and the same goes for your scalp, like dryness, itchiness and irritation. Between icy winds, low humidity and the blast of central heating, your scalpās natural moisture balance can quickly be thrown into disarray, leaving it more prone to inflammation. As if that wasn't enough, common conditions like dandruff and seborrheic dermatitis can often worsen during winter, making it even harder to maintain a comfortable, healthy scalp.
The good news? With the right care and targeted treatments, you can protect your dry scalp from winter, strengthening the scalp barrier, relieving that tight, itchy feeling and keeping your hair looking glossy and strong. Explore our collection of scalp care and discover how best to look after your scalp this winter with our product recommendations.
Use nourishing shampoos and conditionersĀ
Unlike clarifying formulas that can strip the scalp of its natural oils, winter-friendly nourishing shampoos and conditioners are specifically designed to restore moisture, strengthen the scalp barrier and soothe irritation. Look for ingredients like hyaluronic acid, glycerin or ceramides, which help to moisturise and calm sensitivity. Remember not to set the shower temperature too high, as too-hot water will also strip your scalp and hair from its natural oils, exacerbating dryness - and the same goes for over-washing.
Innersense Pure Harmony Hairbath Shampoo
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This gently nourishing shampoo from Innersense works to nourish and strengthen, as well as build body and volume. Coconut, rice bran and avocado oils provides sulfate-free cleansing, while pumpkin seed oil increases circulation, in turn encouraging hair growth. Softening shea butter is also included, as well as antioxidant-rich green tea, which helps to protect the scalp from damage caused by pollution and UV rays.Ā
Innersense Hydrating Cream Conditioner
Envelop your mane in this highly moisturising, silicone-free conditioner, brimming with kind-to-hair ingredients. Coconut and monoi oil deeply condition and nourish, while aloe vera calms and soothes. Certified Organic rice, quinoa and flax seed also join the party to restore strength, reduce breakage and smooth frizz, revealing healthier, luminous locks - and making dried out strands a thing of the past.
Apply a dedicated dandruff treatment
If your dry, itchy scalp has lead to dandruff, help is at hand with targeted treatments. They work to reduce visible flakes and relieve itching, leaving the scalp clean, refreshed and healthy. Consistent use not only clears existing dandruff, but also helps to prevent future flare-ups too.Ā
Vichy Dercos Anti-Dandruff Shampoo For Dry HairĀ
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With a dermatologist-approved, hypoallergenic formula that's suitable for even the most sensitive, irritated scalps, this offering from Vichy is said to eradicate all visible dandruff from the first wash. It features active ingredients like 1% selenium disulfide and 1% salicylic acid to cleanse, exfoliate and soothe the scalp, reducing oiliness, itchiness and inflammation in its wake.
Pharmaceris H - H-Purin Special Anti-Dandruff Shampoo
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Soothe itchiness, inflammation and redness with this specialist shampoo from Pharmaceris. Working to keep your scalp microbiome in check as well as the appropriate pH of your scalp, this soothing formula uses aloe vera and allantoin to alleviate the symptoms of oily and dry dandruff. Plus, it features Octopirox and Ciclopirox Olamine, antibacterial and anti-fungal agents that minimise the growth of the microorganisms that produce dandruff.
Lock in moisture with a scalp oil
Rich in essential fatty acids and vitamins, scalp oils deeply hydrate the scalp, softening dryness and easing discomfort. They also strengthen the scalp barrier, prevent further dehydration and support hair growth, by creating a more comfortable, nourished environment for your hair follicles.
CENTRED En-Root Scalp OilĀ
Percy & Reed I Need a Hero! Wonder Treatment Oil
This multiple award-winning scalp and hair oil works to hydrate, strengthen and nourish your strands, lessen the look of split ends and add a mirror-like shine. Lightweight and non-greasy, you can use this dermatologically-tested hair oil as a pre-wash treatment, or you can leave it in after washing. Free from sulphates and parabens, your scalp will be left feeling super comfortable with its nourishing camellia seed oil, macadamia seed oil, and sunflower seed oil-infused formula.
Our Scalp-Soothing Selection
Ideal for sufferers of a dry, irritated, flakey, or oily scalp, CENTRED. En-Root Scalp Oil soothes, calms, detoxes, and stimulates hair growth.
A winter and dry scalp combination is no fun - so give your scalp the care it deserves and shop our nourishing shampoos and conditioners, dandruff treatments and scalp oils now.
