As gross as it may sound, it's necessary to address one of summer's most vexing problems: sweat. While sweat is necessary for the body's proper functioning, things go haywire when it is excessive and appears in unexpected places. Have you ever noticed that your head feels sweaty and greasy after being out in the sun? It happens to the best of us, and it can happen at any time of year. A sweaty scalp can not only be uncomfortable and smell stale, but it can also lead to hair care issues such as scalp build-up and blockage if not addressed. If you have a sweaty scalp, keep these few tips in mind to help you reduce it.
Before we get into how to prevent hyperhidrosis—or excessive sweating on your scalp—important it's to understand why it occurs. Furthermore, if you have hyperhidrosis on your scalp, it is very likely that you also have it on your forehead, upper lip, and neck.
Remove by washing
Weekly, incorporate a clarifying or purifying shampoo, such as Brocato's Peppermint Scrub Shampoo, into your hair care routine. These shampoos differ from the rest by scrubbing the scalp clean of sweat, dirt, and build-up, leaving no residue and your follicles clean.
Chop It
Consider a shorter crop to allow your hair to breathe better in the summer. A larger, thicker mass of hair can trap heat and increase its temperature. Summer is the perfect time to wear a trendy shorter length that allows breeze to reach your scalp and cool it down.
Refresh Now
Add two to three drops of peppermint oil to your shampoo and wash your hair as usual. This will give your scalp a minty tingle and leave it feeling refreshed and cool. Furthermore, peppermint will relieve any itchiness you may be experiencing in the area.
Skip Styling
On extremely hot days, avoid using heat styling tools. Flat irons and blow dryers use hot air to style the hair, which further heats up the scalp. This will cause your scalp to sweat excessively, undoing any hairstyling that has been done.
It's Mask Time!
Make a scalp mask at home by combining three tablespoons lemon juice and two tablespoons coconut water. Massage it into your scalp for 15 minutes, then rinse with cold water. It will aid in the reduction of excessive sweat, grease, and oiliness.
Dress comfortably
This may seem like a strange solution, but it does help. Wearing constrictive clothing makes it difficult for your body to breathe. If your body starts to feel extremely hot, you'll most likely start sweating from your head. You should also ensure that your scalp can breathe. Avoid tight caps that 'suffocate' your head, because your scalp, like the rest of your body, needs to breathe. The heat trapped inside your cap can cause your sweat glands to overwork.
Control your stress
Nowadays, it's very easy to become stressed. If you find that anxiety and stress cause excessive sweating on your scalp, try meditating or deep breathing. Lowering your stress levels can help you sweat less from your scalp and improve your overall health.
Drink plenty of water.
Staying hydrated and drinking water will help your body stay cool and sweat less. Furthermore, it will help replenish the water content of your body that has been lost due to excessive sweating. So, try to drink as much water as possible throughout the day.
Making use of apple cider vinegar in your hair
Apple cider vinegar restores the pH balance of your scalp and can also regulate sweat secretion. Simply combine a few tablespoons of ACV with warm water and massage it into your scalp. Allow it to sit for about 30 minutes before washing it off.
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