2023-07-17 07:00:00
choose to wear the shaved hair It can be a very comfortable option for summer, however this type of hairstyle also entails a series of care basic since when the hair is shaved the skin of the scalp is more exposed. As the experts explain capillary hospital the skin in that area is more prone to dehydration, flaking, or burns.
“The scalp corresponds to a specialized structure that covers the skull, acting as a physical and thermal protective barrier, and at a depth of about 4 mm, houses a large number of pilosebaceous units, structures that add thickness to the skin and serve as damping. For this reason, when it comes to shaving, it must be taken into account, both in the case of men and women, that the head no longer has the protection provided by hair, so it is necessary to follow some basic guidelines and use specific products for optimal care ”, they add.
Obviously, we must differentiate between people with baldness and shaved people. In the first case, there is a loss of follicular units, while in the second, the structure or genetics of the pilosebaceous units are not changed, so the scalp maintains the same thickness.
What is lost in both cases is the natural protection provided by the hair, so this area will be more exposed to external factors that can attack the scalp, such as environmental pollution or continuous and direct sun exposure, which is also increased during the summer months.
“The skin on the head is more easily irritated than the skin on the rest of the body and, furthermore, it is exposed to factors such as hormonal changes or aging, which further predispose us to scalp damage in shaved or bald heads. The sun, for its part, can generate lesions such as actinic keratoses or basal cell or squamous cell carcinomas, which are frequent on the face, as well as other risks such as irritation, erythema or wounds on the scalp when using the razor frequently, especially on skin sensitive “, they underline from the corporation.
Guidelines for a healthy shaved head
Wash your head frequently
“In shaved hair, the scalp is more exposed and, therefore, it is important not to stop washing your head on a regular basis, enhancing the massages during each wash in order to promote blood flow and soften the hair”, indicate. After washing, experts recommend rinsing with lukewarm water, since very hot water dries out the scalp, then drying the head with a towel using small, gentle touches and finally applying a mattifying cream all over the hair to hydrate. the area and prevent dirt from entering the pores.
Use specific products
It is important to incorporate products that are expressly indicated to treat the scalp in these cases, using shampoos according to each type of skin and the production of fat that is generated. “Dirt and oils produced by the skin continue to accumulate on bald heads and the action of shampoos is essential to eliminate them, and moisturizing lotions should also be chosen to avoid dryness, tightness or flaking. For their part, dry shampoos are positioned as another effective alternative for hair care, as they contain cleansing formulas made with powders and clays that absorb dirt and grease from the hair”, say the experts at Hospital Capilar.
Likewise, it is advisable to use hair scrubs, at least once a week, to keep the scalp free of dead cells and, after each shave, aftershave products should be used to moisturize the scalp, in order to close the pores and soothe the area after the blade has passed.
Protect the scalp from sun rays
In shaved heads, the sun’s rays fall even more directly on the scalp, which can cause it to end up inflamed or even burned, so sun protection becomes an essential element when the scalp is not It has hair to protect it. The specialists stress that “it will be essential to protect this area with caps, hats or scarves and to use, on the other hand, sunscreens with light and fluid textures, such as lotion or spray oil, which will also serve to prevent the appearance of spots and reduce risk of skin cancer.
take care of food
It is also important to follow a balanced diet that contributes to maintaining good hair health, based on fruits, vegetables, foods rich in vitamin D and Omega 3. Among the foods that experts recommend to improve the appearance of shaved or bald heads, are salmon, avocado, milk or chicken; “Whose nutrients and trace elements provide the necessary requirements to maintain a healthy scalp.”
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