{"id":6478,"date":"2024-03-08T09:41:57","date_gmt":"2024-03-08T05:41:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bekkybarber.com\/ae\/?p=6478"},"modified":"2026-04-14T16:50:21","modified_gmt":"2026-04-14T12:50:21","slug":"tips-for-men-dealing-with-dry-and-itchy-scalps","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bekkybarber.com\/ae\/tips-for-men-dealing-with-dry-and-itchy-scalps\/","title":{"rendered":"Tips for Men Dealing With Dry and Itchy Scalps"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">If your scalp constantly feels irritated, inflamed, flaky or downright itchy, you aren\u2019t alone. Many men deal with annoying scalp issues that cause discomfort. Before your scalp woes drive you mad with scratching, try these proven tips dermatologists and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/bekkybarber.com\/ae\/men-haircut\/\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">men\u2019s salons<\/span><\/b><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> recommend for relieving an itchy, annoying scalp once and for all.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">However, before we start to talk about how you can treat an itchy scalp, it is important to understand what causes it.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">What Causes Itchy Scalp<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:360,&quot;335559739&quot;:120,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Finding the underlying cause will enable you to select the best treatment for your itchy scalp. Common causes of itchy scalps include:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"Cambria\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u25cf&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Dandruff triggered by dry skin, sensitivity or fungus<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"Cambria\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u25cf&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Contact irritants like hair products or pollutants<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"Cambria\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u25cf&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Eczema or psoriasis are skin conditions<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"Cambria\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u25cf&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Hair growth cycles or hormonal fluctuations<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"Cambria\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u25cf&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"5\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Allergic reactions and sensitivities<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Of course, ruling out contagious issues like head lice or an itchy scalp requires seeing a doctor or dermatologist for an evaluation beforehand. Identifying triggers is the key to lasting relief.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Gently Remove the Product Buildup<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:360,&quot;335559739&quot;:120,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Many men unwittingly irritate their scalps by overusing styling products like waxes, gels and sprays without clarifying occasionally. The product residue not only prevents natural scalp moisture, but it also accumulates around follicles, often triggering itchiness for men prone to sensitivity or dandruff.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Using a periodic clarifying cleanser 2-3 times per month deep cleans follicles by removing styling product buildup. Shampoos recommended at<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/bekkybarber.com\/ae\/men-haircut\/\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> men\u2019s salons <\/span><\/b><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">often have natural ingredients like charcoal, tea tree and citrus that gently purge gunk without stripping essential moisture like harsh detergents do.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Massage Nourishing Oils into the Scalp<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:360,&quot;335559739&quot;:120,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Soothing botanical oils relieve scalp irritation in two helpful ways. First, massaging oils like argan, coconut and olive stimulate blood flow, delivering fresh nutrients to heal inflammation while potentially easing underlying fungal issues. Their nourishing fatty acids also provide natural hydration and moisture retention, helping normal scalp function.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">For the ultimate hydrating treatment, visit a <\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">men\u2019s salon<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> offering professional hot oil conditioning add-ons to your haircut service. Professional barbers massage the scalp with effective oil for increased penetration of vitamins and antioxidants. You can apply your own weekly oil scalp massage at home as well.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Use Soothing Herbal Hair Rinses<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:360,&quot;335559739&quot;:120,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Particularly useful for sensitive or easily irritated scalps prone to dermatitis or dandruff, herbal hair rinses provide soothing relief without the chemicals found in many medicated dandruff shampoos. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/bekkybarber.com\/ae\/men-haircut\/\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Men&#8217;s hair salons<\/span><\/b><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> frequently offer botanically-based options harnessing the anti-inflammatory and antiseptic powers of ingredients like:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"Cambria\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u25cf&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Burdock Root Tea Rinses<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"Cambria\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u25cf&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Chamomile and Calendula Mixes<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"Cambria\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u25cf&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Mint and Rosemary Cleansing Rinses<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"Cambria\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u25cf&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Tea Tree Oil Concentrates<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"Cambria\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u25cf&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"5\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Aloe Vera Gel<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Massage the rinse into clean hair and wait 5+ minutes for absorption before rinsing out. Repeat 2-3 times weekly between regular shampooing for natural healing.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Consider Professional Treatments<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:360,&quot;335559739&quot;:120,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">For moderate to severe scalp issues not resolving with at-home methods, professional <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/bekkybarber.com\/ae\/men-haircut\/\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">men\u2019s salon<\/span><\/b><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> treatments often succeed by deeply cleansing follicles while eradicating funguses. In-salon options also include scalp- balancing customized prescription formulas, and selecting ingredients right for your personal hair needs.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Now that you know the insider tricks, you can permanently banish that constant itching or flaking in your scalp. Put an end to your frustration. Combine clarifying washes, moisturizing natural oils and soothing rinses for happy hair and healthy scalps ahead.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If your scalp constantly feels irritated, inflamed, flaky or downright itchy, you aren\u2019t alone. Many men deal with annoying scalp issues that cause discomfort. Before your scalp woes drive you mad with scratching, try these proven tips dermatologists and men\u2019s [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":6479,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"inline_featured_image":false,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[20],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-6478","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-tips"],"aioseo_notices":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/bekkybarber.com\/ae\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/02\/Dry-and-Itchy-Scalps.jpg?fit=900%2C599&ssl=1","jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/bekkybarber.com\/ae\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6478","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/bekkybarber.com\/ae\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/bekkybarber.com\/ae\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/bekkybarber.com\/ae\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/bekkybarber.com\/ae\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=6478"}],"version-history":[{"count":5,"href":"https:\/\/bekkybarber.com\/ae\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6478\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":8559,"href":"https:\/\/bekkybarber.com\/ae\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6478\/revisions\/8559"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/bekkybarber.com\/ae\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/6479"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/bekkybarber.com\/ae\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=6478"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/bekkybarber.com\/ae\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=6478"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/bekkybarber.com\/ae\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=6478"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}