The answer to the title question, is yes. Scratching your scalp with fingernails is bad. When your scalp itch it can be annoying. The constant yen to scratch could last all day. And unfortunately, it gets worst as more oils accumulate at the base of your hair. As a result, you scratch your scalp with your fingernails. And boy, does it feel good while you’re doing it. It’s such a great relief, but not for long.
In the first place, regularly scratching your scalp with your fingernails has disastrous consequences. Not only to your scalp, but also to your health. Scratching too often can actually make the scalp feel itchier, creating an endless lop of irrational and scratching.
What Happens When Scratching Your Scalp With Fingernails
Although scratching is a natural reaction to an itchy scalp, avoid doing so for optimal scalp and hair health. Obviously, once in a while is okay. But if you’re experiencing long-term itchiness, it could be that something else is going on. With this in mind, figure out the source of irritation and fix it instead of keep on scratching.
The outside of each hair strand is covered in cuticle scales, similar to scales on a fish. The back-and-forth scratching action chips away at the protective cuticle. As a result, the hair is weaken and makes it more likely to break.
Consequently, the worst thing to do is start scratching your scalp with your fingernails. Not only do you risk scraping your scalp, but also you can cut it each time. This can cause your scalp to become inflamed and even get infected. It will be as painful and irritating as a cut anywhere else on the body. Additionally, it can be more difficult to treat these cuts and scrapes if they’re covered by hair.
Constant scratching can lead to wounds, in addition to scabs, further damaging your scalp. Scratching leaves your hair weak and your scalp vulnerable. Our Scalp Protection Shampoo is designed to strengthen hair with every wash, leaving your hair strong, thick and visibly flake free.
Louticia Grier’s Scalp Ease is a natural healing product that reduces inflammation, itching and dryness of the scalp.
How To Alleviate An Itchy Scalp Without Scratching With Your Fingernails
The right treatment for an itchy scalp is to use a shampoo that:
- tackles the root cause of the itch; dandruff
- calms your scalp to relieve itch
Our Scalp Protection Shampoo contains eucalyptus which works on contact to give cooling relief. Furthermore, it’s a powerful protection from dandruff. With regular use, it tackles the root cause of scalp itch, leaving your scalp feeling comfortable and soothe.
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