How to get rid of and what to do with itchy head: folk remedies, masks, shampoos

Since itching of the head is only a sign of some pathology or condition, then to eliminate it you need to determine and get rid of the underlying cause. In most cases, this can only be done by a specialist who will conduct the necessary diagnostics and only then prescribe a certain type of therapy.

Treatment may consist of the following measures:

• using certain types of shampoos;
• taking medications;
• changes in diet;
• external use of drugs.

How to eliminate and soothe scalp itching? This can be done if you know the exact cause of the problem.

If these are skin parasites, then you need to treat your head with a special antiparasitic agent. Today, there are quite a few potent drugs that will quickly and efficiently get rid of lice and nits - for example, Nuda or Pedikulen Ultra spray, Paranit aerosol, Medilis Bio lotion, etc.

Fungal infections should be treated with antifungal agents, which in most cases contain ketoconazole, an effective component that eliminates dandruff and itching, as well as prevents their recurrence.

If the head itches because of lichen, then the affected area is freed from hair and treated with antifungal agents and iodine solution. Tar ointment also helps well.

In the case of an allergic process, the basis of treatment is the elimination of the allergen. After this, in most cases, the allergy goes away on its own. Sometimes additional intake of antihistamines is required - for example, Suprastin or Tavegil.

Remedies for scalp itch

For scabies mite	Anti-scabies agents: ointment, emulsion benzyl benzoate; Permethrin in the form of ointments, creams, aerosols; Spregal; Sulfur ointment 20-33% Sulfur ointment for itchy scalp can be used by adults and children from 3 years of age. The product is applied to the affected area 2-3 times a day, not only for scabies, but also for seborrhea, sycosis, psoriasis, fungal diseases. Do not allow the ointment to come into contact with mucous membranes and eyes.
For demodicosis	Tablets for scalp itching and to get rid of subcutaneous mites: Trichopolum (0.75-1.5 g per day, after meals); Metronidazole (1-1.5 g per day for a week); Flagyl. Ointment treatments with benzyl benzoate, sulfur ointment, and Dexodem Phyto.
For pediculosis	Basic anti-pediculosis drugs: Nittifor; Pediculen; Couple Plus. Treatment of head, clothes, bed linen. It is strongly recommended not to use kerosene and DDT (dust), as these agents can cause allergic shock, angioedema, and skin irritation.
For excessively dry skin	Moisturizing remedies for dandruff and scalp itching: Nature Siberica Saaremaa; Planeta Organica with Marseille soap and verbena extract; Elseve Luxury of six oils. Oils for dandruff and scalp itching perfectly moisturize and nourish the skin, increase hair resistance to negative irritants: coconut oil; mango butter; argan oil; Shea butter. It is recommended to take additional vitamins B, PP, A, E.
For fungal infections, including seborrhea	Medicinal shampoos based on ketoconazole, climbazole (2-3 times a week). Rinses with essential oils: add a few drops of oil to the rinse water, shampoo or hair conditioner. Essential oils for dandruff and itchy scalp: tea tree oil; cedar oil; fir oil; lavender, cinnamon, clove, oregano oil.
For severe forms of fungal infection	Ointments and creams for scalp itching are used locally, according to indications: Clotrimazole; Miconazole; Griseofulvin. The listed medications are prescribed after laboratory confirmation of the fungal nature of the disease. Take the following tablets orally: Fluconazole, Terbinafine, Ketoconazole, for a week.
In case of hypovitaminosis	Depending on which vitamin is deficient in the body, the intake or injection of appropriate medications is prescribed.
For allergies	Anti-allergic (antihistamine) tablets for scalp itching: Zyrtec; Zodak; Tavegil; Diazolin; Loratadine; Suprastin; Erius. In severe cases, corticosteroids and antidepressants may be used.
For nervous itching	Sedatives: tincture of valerian or motherwort; Novo-passit, Sedistress, Tenoten.

Medicated shampoos for itchy scalp

How to wash your hair so it doesn't itch? There are several known products, the action of which is initially aimed at getting rid of unpleasant itching sensations.

• Nizoral is a common detergent produced by the Belgians. It contains antifungal components, so the shampoo can be successfully used to combat dandruff, lichen, seborrhea. Nizoral is many times more effective than any other anti-dandruff products: the point is that its effect is not temporary, but therapeutic - which means it eliminates the problem at the root.
• Sulsena is another medicinal shampoo that eliminates the immediate causes of an itchy scalp. The product is suitable for both getting rid of unpleasant sensations and for their prevention. Sulsena is applied in small quantities to wet hair and after light rubbing, washed off with warm water.
• Sebozol is a shampoo recommended for use by people suffering from fungal diseases of the head. Such diseases are usually accompanied by dandruff and itching. The product successfully eliminates pityriasis versicolor and seborrheic dermatitis. For therapeutic purposes, Sebozol is used twice a week for a month, and for preventive purposes - once a week.

Anti-itch scalp mask

At home, you can prepare a mask that will help alleviate the condition and relieve discomfort. There are many recipes for such masks, for example, these:

• Mix a raw yolk, 1 tbsp. castor oil and 1 tsp. calendula tincture. Rub the mixture into the skin, cover with cellophane and wrap with a towel, and leave on the head for about 2 hours. Then wash off using a suitable shampoo. Repeat the procedure twice a week for 4-6 weeks.
• Mix 4 tbsp. kefir, raw yolk and 1 tbsp. oil (burdock or olive oil will do). Spread the mixture over the affected area of skin, hold under cellophane and a towel for about 2 hours, wash off with shampoo. Repeat 22-3 times a week.
• Mix 2 tbsp. base oil (for example, burdock, olive) with essential oil: 5 drops. rosemary, 2 drops. citrus, 4 drops. eucalyptus. Apply to skin as a mask twice a week.

Vitamins

Sometimes vitamins help to correct the situation with an itchy head. Many people experience itching due to a lack of certain substances in the body. Most often, this is observed in winter or spring, mainly due to improper nutrition with the consumption of a small amount of plant foods.

What vitamins might be lacking if your head is itchy?

• Vitamin A ensures normal function of the sebaceous glands and creates protection against dandruff.
• B vitamins – normalize the function of the sebaceous glands, promote skin restoration, eliminate dryness and the discomfort associated with it.
• Biotin helps restore skin and eliminates dandruff.
• Ascorbic acid – provides protection to the skin, improves blood circulation and metabolic processes in tissues, prevents the development of infections.
• Vitamin E enhances the effect of vitamin A, improves the condition of skin and hair.

In order to assess which vitamins are lacking in the body, you can take a special test in the laboratory. Based on the results of this test, the doctor will be able to accurately indicate which vitamin is needed and in what form it should be taken. In some cases, a simple change in diet in favor of fruits and vegetables can help.

Physiotherapy treatment

When the head itches, along with general treatment, physiotherapy is often prescribed. The treatment course may consist of the following procedures:

• medicinal electrophoresis in the itchy area, darsonvalization of the skin;
• UHF impact on the discomfort zone, with ultrasound on the collar area;
• light therapy, thermal procedures;
• cryotherapy, massage of the head and collar area.

Let's highlight several of the most effective and common physiotherapeutic methods and talk about each of them separately.

• Galvanization is a method that affects the direct current of low voltage. When in contact with tissues, heat is generated, enzyme substances and bioactive components are formed. As a result of galvanization, local metabolism and microcirculation are improved, cellular structures are renewed, and the endocrine system is normalized. The method is not used if the itching is caused by skin pathologies.
• Electrophoresis allows stimulating blood flow in the scalp, preventing damage to the skin, and eliminating even severe itching. The most commonly used medications are Magnesium B6 _, nicotinic acid, and zinc sulfate. Electrophoresis is not used if there are signs of inflammation on the skin.
• Electrical stimulation is especially recommended if the patient suffers from nervous itching. The effect of constant pulse current leads to the release of enzymes, endorphins, which stimulates the endocrine system, improves tissue metabolism, and strengthens local skin protection. Electrical stimulation is not performed in cases of eczema, dermatitis, or pregnancy.
• Darsonval is used most often for scalp itching. This method involves the use of alternating high-frequency current. A course of treatment, which consists of 10 or 15 procedures, allows you to significantly improve trophic processes in the skin, optimize vascular permeability, and normalize muscle tone. The device for performing the procedure is a kind of comb, which is used to make slow movements in the direction from the frontal to the occipital region. Sometimes patients note that darsonval makes their head itch even more: this happens if the patient has sensitive skin prone to dryness. It is not recommended to use the darsonvalization method for dry skin.
• Laser treatment is the use of infrared and ultraviolet rays, under the influence of which new cellular structures are formed, trophism and blood flow are improved. Ultraviolet strengthens hair, eliminates pathogenic flora, which can be relevant in the treatment of seborrhea or lichen. Infrared rays warm tissues, expand the vascular lumen, optimize glandular secretion, soothe inflamed skin, and relieve irritation. A course of laser therapy includes up to 12 sessions.

Folk remedies for scalp itching

Folk remedies can have a positive effect on the condition of the scalp. There are quite a few of them, but each person can choose a recipe that suits them.

Home remedies for itchy scalp help many people, but: if after several applications there is no result, then you should definitely visit a doctor and together with him find out the cause of discomfort. Thanks to this, it is possible to exclude the occurrence of many serious conditions and diseases.

Vinegar for itchy scalp helps quickly and efficiently. It is diluted with water at a rate of 1 part vinegar to eight parts water. The solution is rubbed into the scalp, left for 10 minutes, then washed off with water. It is better to take natural apple cider vinegar for treatment, but you can also use regular table vinegar (not essence). Also, such a solution is often used as a rinse after standard hair washing.

Instead of vinegar, it is useful to use essential oils. If your head is itchy, experts recommend adding 5-6 drops of oil to 250 ml of water. The solution is applied to the skin and hair, left for 15 minutes, and then washed off with warm water. Tea tree oil, pine oil, mint oil or eucalyptus oil are ideal for the procedure.

It is useful to wash your hair and skin with a decoction of apple peel: boil the apple peel in boiling water for five minutes, then let it sit for another half hour. Pour the warm filtered decoction over your head, then wrap it in a towel and wait 20 minutes. The procedure can be repeated up to three times a week.

Another effective remedy is a decoction of onion peel. To prepare the decoction, remove the upper dark leaves of the onion and pour boiling water over them, keep on the fire for about 5 minutes. After cooling, strain the decoction and use for rinsing. After this procedure, the head does not itch, and the hair becomes healthier and softer.

Baking soda helps many people combat scalp itching – however, this method is recommended only for those with natural, undyed hair. The fact is that a soda solution perfectly washes away almost any dye from hair. To prepare a remedy for itching, take one liter of hot water, dissolve 2 tablespoons of soda powder in it. To consolidate the effect, you can add a few drops of essential oil – for example, lavender or rosemary. This solution can be used both for washing your hair (instead of shampoo) and as a rinse. The procedures are repeated once every 4 days until the problem is eliminated.

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Herbal treatment

If your head itches because your skin is too dry or sensitive, you can regularly rinse it with an infusion of nettle leaves, chamomile or calendula flowers, or a decoction of oak bark. Medicinal plants help stabilize the function of sweat and sebaceous glands and restore the protective cover. And to enhance the healing effect of herbs, after treating your head, you should spend a few minutes lightly massaging your skin with your fingertips. Tapping and stroking movements will speed up local blood circulation and improve trophic processes.

If the itching of the head is caused by the incorrect use of hair dye, then the problem can be solved with the help of garlic and onion juice. One or the other juice is mixed in equal proportions with olive oil and lemon juice, then distributed over clean and damp hair. Cover the hair with a cap and wait for about half an hour. Then thoroughly wash off the mass and rinse with slightly acidified water (use lemon juice or a small amount of vinegar). This remedy should be used regularly - once every 7 days.

Sage is considered a good remedy for skin and hair, which is used in the form of infusions, decoctions, rinses, or included in special masks. Sage helps with scalp itching, dandruff, hair loss, dry skin or, conversely, excess oiliness. To prepare an antipruritic remedy, take 1 glass of dry plant material and one liter of water. Place the raw material in boiling water, cover with a lid and leave for 45 minutes. Then filter the infusion and use warm to rinse the head. The product can be used as needed, optimally - 3 times a week, until a stable improvement in the condition.

Homeopathy

Homeopathic medicines are successfully used for many painful symptoms, including an itchy head.

If there is no skin rash, then the itching, depending on its manifestations, can be eliminated with the following medications:

• itching with tingling - Rus, Graphites, Mercurius solubilis;
• itching and burning sensations - Arsenicum album, Causticum, Phosphorus, Graphites;
• crawling sensation - Sepia, Pulsatilla, Sulfuris, Secale;
• itching, especially bothersome in warmth – Pulsatilla, Sepia, Sulfuris;
• itching, especially bothersome in the cold - Hepar sulfuris, Causticum;
• itching that intensifies when scratched - Rus, Pulsatilla, Phosphorus.

For severe itching accompanied by high temperature and rashes, use Aconitum and Agaricus.

If you experience discomfort, redness, and swelling, Anacardium will help.

The homeopath prescribes the dosage and frequency of administration individually - this depends not only on the causes and manifestations of the disease, but also on the age and constitution of the patient. Side effects during homeopathic treatment are minimal: allergic processes are registered only in isolated cases.

Surgical treatment

As a rule, surgical intervention is not required for an itchy scalp.