Itchy head isn’t just caused by head lice, here’s what the hidden causes may be

Reaction to shampoo and conditioner or product residues

Sometimes it can happen that our scalp reacts negatively to some substances contained in the shampoo or conditioner. A negative reaction can also occur if we only use personal care products of natural origin, and it can be caused by different ingredients. If the itch has been occurring since we changed shampoo or conditioner, the cause may be in one of the ingredients in the new product.

Not only that, scalp irritation could also be caused by an incomplete rinsing. Product residues could irritate our skin. It is always good to carefully rinse the scalp when we wash our hair.

But itching can also be caused by diseases. Itchy head isn’t just caused by head lice, here’s what the hidden causes may be.

The beams

Ringworm is a skin irritation caused by a mushroom, which usually causes circular patches on the skin and especially on the scalp. Ringworm can cause intense itching and brittle hair.

It is much more common in children and adolescents, but it can also occur in adults. The problem can be solved with specific antifungal medications provided by a doctor.

Scabies

Scabies might seem like a problem of the past, but sadly it is still common in many parts of the world, and it can also occur in Italy. This is a skin irritation caused by tiny mites, and can cause intense and very annoying itching.

If we suspect that the itchy head may be caused by a parasitosis, it is always good to see a doctor. We always protect the hair using suitable products, and not exposing it too much to sun and wind. Here is a ‘natural sunscreen‘to better hydrate our hair.