Dandruff, also known as dandruff, can be quite the pain. Those little white flakes on your shoulders and that itch you can’t resist are anything but fun. Luckily, there are effective ways to tackle flakes and keep your scalp healthy and flake-free. Time to find out how!
How do dandruff forms on the scalp?
Dandruff usually occurs due to an overproduction of sebum or a fungus called Malassezia that feeds on the oils on your scalp. And strangely enough, this can lead to a scalp that feels both dry and itchy. Stress, hormonal changes, and even the weather can make things worse. So, it’s time to take action and tackle those pesky flakes and dandruff!
Nourish your scalp from the outside and the inside
Reducing dandruff can be a challenge, but with the right ingredients, you can get your scalp healthy again. Here are seven top ones that can help:
- Folate (Folic Acid): This wonder nutrient helps boost cell renewal and keeps those hair flakes in check by encouraging healthy new skin cells.
- Avena Sativa: Oat extracts soothe a sensitive scalp, reduce itching and strengthen the skin barrier with their rich antioxidants and lipids.
- Aloe Vera: This green wonder hydrates your scalp, maintains moisture balance and soothes irritations, leaving your scalp looking radiant again.
- Panthenol: Also known as provitamin B5, it provides a hydrated and elastic scalp, which helps against dryness and flaking.
- Sweet Almond Oil: Rich in magnesium and vitamin E, this oil nourishes your scalp and strengthens your hair follicles, which helps reduce scalp flakes.
- Shea Butter: This rich butter nourishes your scalp with essential fatty acids and vitamins, soothes irritation and helps restore a healthy scalp.
- Caffeine: Yes, your daily cup of coffee can give your scalp a boost too! Caffeine improves blood circulation and aids in the absorption of nutrients, which contributes to a healthy scalp.
How do you get that scalp back in top shape?
In addition to using the right ingredients, your washing routine plays a big role. Here’s a simple step-by-step plan to keep your scalp clean and flake-free:
Step 1: Preparation
- Brush your hair before washing it: This helps remove tangles and distributes natural oils through your hair, making washing more effective.
Step 2: Wetting
- Use lukewarm water: Water that is too hot can dry out your scalp and make flakes worse. Lukewarm water is gentle on your skin and opens the pores, which helps with a deep cleansing.
Step 3: First wash
- Choose a shampoo with good ingredients: Go for a shampoo with, for example, Avena Sativa, which soothes and cleanses your scalp.
- Massage: Apply the shampoo and massage with your fingertips or a massage brush such as the Cerfola® Scalp Brush . This stimulates the blood circulation and ensures that the ingredients penetrate well.
- Rinsing: Make sure to rinse out all shampoo thoroughly to avoid product residue that can cause skin flakes again.
Step 4: Second wash
- Repeat shampooing: For a deeper cleanse, shampoo a second time and follow the same steps. The first wash removes dirt and excess oils, while the second wash allows the active ingredients to penetrate deeper into your skin.
Step 5: Conditioning
- Use a nourishing conditioner: Choose a conditioner that contains moisturizing ingredients such as Shea Butter and Panthenol. These ingredients nourish and hydrate your scalp.
- Apply to the lengths: Apply the conditioner mainly to the lengths and ends of your hair, not directly to the scalp to prevent it from becoming too greasy.
- Let it soak in: Let the conditioner soak in for a few minutes before rinsing it out.
Step 6: Rinse
- Cool water: It may take some perseverance, but the final rinse with cold water closes the hair cuticles. It makes your hair smoother, shinier and soothes your scalp.
Why Cerfola® is your best choice
With the steps and ingredients above, you’re already covered, but if you really want to make things easy, check out Cerfola®. This line combines all those powerful ingredients – from Folate to Avena Sativa to Shea Butter – into one care set. The Cerfola® Folate Infused Shampoo , Folate Infused Conditioner , and Folate Infused Supplement offer an all-in-one solution for your scalp problems. This ensures an effective treatment against flakes and a well-conditioned scalp and hair. Ready to start fresh?
With Cerfola® you are absolutely right!
