Hair drying is an essential part of many people's hair care routine. However, if done incorrectly or too often, this can become a cause of dandruff and scalp damage. Here are the reasons why you should adjust your hair drying routine to protect the health of your hair and scalp.
Excessive dryness of the scalp
Using a hair dryer at high temperatures can naturally evaporate the scalp. When the scalp is dry, the protective barrier is weakened, thereby creating conditions for bacteria and fungi to grow, especially malassezia fungus, a major cause of dandruff.
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Regular hair drying reduces the amount of natural oils on the scalp. This oil not only helps moisturize but also protects the scalp from irritants. Oil deficiency can lead to peeling, itching, and dandruff.
Mechanical impact of drying and styling
Wip your hair with a towel or comb when your hair is still wet, which can easily create strong friction on the scalp. This can cause irritation, inflammation, and peeling of the scalp, leading to the formation of dandruff.
Using inappropriate heat and styling products
Many people combine hair dryers with styling products containing alcohol or drugs, making hair and scalp even more dehydrated. If you do not use heat protection products before drying, your hair can be severely damaged and your scalp can easily become inflamed, leading to dandruff.
Signs that hair drying is damaging the scalp
You should review your hair drying habit if you show the following signs:
Dry, fibrous hair, prone to breakage or split ends.
Itchy, flaky scalp or white scales.
Hair loses shine, is easy to confuse, and difficult to style.
The scalp is tense after drying.
How to dry hair properly to prevent dandruff
Gently soak your hair with a soft towel to avoid strong friction.
Dry your hair at low temperatures, keep a distance of 15 - 20 cm, avoid focusing on one spot.
Use heat protection products before drying.
Finish with a cool breeze to soothe the scalp.
When there is time, prioritize natural drying to minimize damage
