Scrub for the scalp

Scrub is a very popular self-care tool for girls and women. However, not many of the fair sex know about scalp scrubs. What is it for? How to use it and prepare it yourself? You will find detailed answers to these and other questions in our article.

The main task of any scrub is to remove dead skin particles. Thanks to this property, the scalp scrub helps to get rid of dandruff. Also, along with the main function, the scrub has a lot of auxiliary useful effects:

• Cleansing the skin from various contaminants that cannot always be removed during shampooing (particles of gels, mousses and other cosmetics).
• Stimulation of hair follicles. A scalp scrub may well be suitable instead of a hair growth product, because the additional blood flow causes stimulation of the hair structure. Often it is used as a remedy for hair loss.
• For hydration. The action of the scrub is a peeling of the scalp, which means it opens the pores, as a result of which the beneficial substances from the cosmetic product enter the hair follicles to a greater extent, nourishing and moisturizing the scalp.

The benefits of using a scalp scrub are undoubtedly significant. However, there can be harm from its use if you do not read the instructions before use, or use it too often.

Almost all scrubs have a creamy texture with nutrients that are almost identical in composition. The only difference is the particles that carry out the main function - peeling. Here are a few options with which you can prepare a cosmetic product for the head:

1. With salt. Salt scrub is not only effective, but also low cost. You can make it yourself by grinding ordinary or sea salt, and mixing it with sour cream or baby cream. For owners of sensitive skin, it can be advised to add a few drops of essential oils to the home remedy, or to completely abandon the salt in the composition.
2. With the addition of rice grains. Scrub with this cereal has a very gentle effect on the scalp, saturating it with beneficial trace elements and effectively removing surface contaminants.
3. Sweet scrub. It is very easy to prepare a cleansing mass for the surface of the head by mixing sugar with a little water or any vegetable oil.
4. with soda. Soda mass should be used very carefully, as improper use can cause not only irritation, but also burns.
5. With blue clay. The natural component contains a lot of useful substances, such as iron, zinc, silicon, zinc, selenium. Therefore, it is included in the composition of scrubs, mixing for greater efficiency with oils and salt.

As a result, it turns out that a head scrub can be prepared from almost anything, be it oil, cereals or ordinary salt.The main thing is to choose the right components and not lose sight of contraindications.

To achieve the maximum effect from the use of a cosmetic product and at the same time not damage the skin, you need to remember certain rules:

• Using any scrub for the first time, you need to test it in advance on a small area of ​​\u200b\u200bthe arm for an allergic reaction of your body.
• Apply scrubbing mass to the scalp only before washing it.
• Do not neglect the advice regarding the type of your hair and skin. So for dry hair, the procedure will not be required more than 3 times a month, while oily scalp needs to be cleaned more regularly (every 5-7 days).
• In no case do not apply the product to dry hair, because you risk making a hairball out of your hair. Therefore, before the procedure, you need to wet your hair with warm water.
• Rub the product in gentle circular motions for 5 minutes. The exception to the application time is scrubs with a nutritious and vitamin composition, they can be kept for up to 15 minutes. At the same time, they can be used not only on the scalp, but also on the hair along the entire length.

The main thing to remember is that after using the scrub, rinse your head well with warm water and your usual shampoo to remove all abrasive components.

The main contraindications should include several points:

1. It is strictly forbidden to use a scrub if there are any rashes or open cuts and wounds on the head.
2. It is also worth knowing that it is best not to expose colored hair to a scrub, as the active ingredients can partially remove the dye.If you carry out such cosmetic manipulations for dyed hair, then you should do it as rarely as possible.
3. The procedure should not be carried out if you have hair loss, as a scrub can only aggravate the problem.
4. It is necessary to refrain from peeling the scalp if you have very dry skin and hair.

Also, do not forget to check the product for allergies, otherwise you risk at least getting irritation.

Currently, there are as many scrubs for the scalp as there are similar products for the face, body or hands. All of them are quite effective and created for the same purpose - to remove dandruff, dirt particles, etc. They can be divided into several types, differing in the type of scalp. So there are scrubs for dry, oily and sensitive skin (the same applies to hair type). Similar tools can be purchased at the store, but it is much easier to make the desired composition yourself.

Oily scalp and shiny hair is one of the most annoying problems that plagues most women. The best ingredient for a scrub that will get rid of excess fat on your head is blue clay. Because it is an excellent absorbent, which also effectively removes a variety of contaminants. In order to prepare a cleansing composition, it is necessary to mix strong sugar or honey syrup with blue clay. Any essential oils can be added to the resulting mass.

Along with clay, fruit acids and apple cider vinegar fight excess oil on the hair. Therefore, at home, you can mix a few tablespoons of any natural ingredient (be it lemon juice or apple cider vinegar) with a teaspoon of salt and sugar.Ready exfoliating cream to withstand a few minutes, then test on the skin of the hand. And only after all the passed manipulations can be taken for the procedure.

This category also includes sea buckthorn scrub, which normalizes the sebaceous glands, removes dandruff and promotes the growth of new hair. To prepare it, you need to chop a handful of berries and mix them with honey, salt and sour cream. The resulting mass in a circular motion should be applied to the scalp. After 5 minutes, you can remove the gruel with water and shampoo.

Soda is very effective in combating the malfunctioning of the sebaceous glands of the head. Preparing a soda scrub is not difficult. It will require a teaspoon of soda, a tablespoon of sugar and a little lemon juice. It is necessary to keep such a mixture on the head for a short time - 2-3 minutes is enough. Rinse off the scrub thoroughly and it is best to do this with ordinary soap.

Not all girls can boast of lush hair and exceptionally healthy scalp. Many girls suffer from too sensitive skin, and, moreover, have absolutely healthy hair follicles. And they, like the owners of oily or normal skin, sometimes need peeling, but one that will not cause irritation and leave no traces. In this case, the scrub can be prepared from very gentle ingredients, which include sugar, kefir, yogurt and sour cream.

Dry scalp needs special care. It must be constantly moistened and nourished with a variety of microelements and substances. Scrubs for such skin are not recommended. However, as an exception, you can prepare a very sparing mask from a tablespoon of honey, sugar and some cream.Such a scrub will gently cleanse the scalp, as well as bring useful substances into it and moisturize it as much as possible. You can keep it no more than 15 minutes.

Another recipe for a very gentle scrub mask consists of sugar and crushed aloe leaves. This option has an excellent soothing and moisturizing effect. After exposure to aloe juice, the hair becomes more manageable and acquires a natural shine.

If you have healthy and normal hair and skin, then absolutely any composition will suit you. The most popular in this category is the coffee scrub. It's easy to prepare. Here are some recipes:

1. With oils (grind a handful of coffee beans, pour coffee powder with a small amount of burdock or castor oil, mix);
2. Cinnamon (2 teaspoons of ground salt mixed with a serving of coffee grounds and a pinch of cinnamon powder);
3. With yolk (mix coffee grounds from two cups thoroughly with one egg yolk, a spoonful of honey and a few drops of lemon juice.

No matter how strange the idea of ​​scrubbing the scalp may seem, it is still popular and effective. There are many recipes, but you can always come up with something of your own. Therefore, it is not necessary to buy expensive products, because with the help of products available at home, you can prepare an exfoliating mixture for any scalp.

As difficult as it is to prepare scalp scrubs at home, many women prefer store mixes. Here are the most popular ones:

1. Shampoo thalasso-scrub Collistar. The main properties of the product: preventing hair loss, cleansing and stimulating the growth of hair follicles. Recommended for all skin types, but best for sensitive skin.
2. Lebel Cool Orange Scalp Conditioner. Ideal for cleansing the scalp for both oily and dry skin. Contains numerous oils and bamboo root extract. Has a very pleasant aroma.
3. Estel otium Unique has established itself as a high-quality tonic and anti-dandruff peeling in one person.
4. Kaaral Purify Scrub is quite harsh and not suitable for everyone. Not recommended for people with thin and very sensitive skin.
5. Matrix Biolage Scalpsync. An exfoliating treatment for everyone.
6. Kapous Cleansing Scrub works as efficiently as possible. It contains natural ingredients such as nettle and burdock extract.
7. Kiehls head scrub contains thermal plankton extract, menthol, rosemary oil, menthol, apricot kernels and organ shells. Such a rich mixture effectively cleanses and nourishes the scalp. It is not recommended to use the product more than 2 times a week.
8. Davines Scrub Shampoo has a detoxifying effect thanks to its special composition.

This is such a big list. In fact, there are even more such products, because many cosmetic companies produce similar scalp care products.

The use of scrubs for the scalp leaves no woman indifferent. It doesn’t matter at all who the manufacturer of the cleansing mass is, because any product works effectively, including scrubs that are made at home. Those who use such cosmetics regularly and according to all the rules notice a qualitative and visual improvement in the condition of their hair. Here is just a small list of what scalp scrubs are valued for:

• dandruff removal;
• Stimulation of hair growth;
• Deceleration of loss;
• The appearance of brilliance;
• Volume increase;
• Softening and restoring hair.

Naturally, such a large list of positive points, based on reviews of real women, contributes to the increasing popularity of a cosmetic scrub-based hair care procedure.

The following video will show you how to use the scalp scrub.