Sensitive skindoesnt just stop at your hairline.
Irritation and dryness (thinkeczema) can spread to the scalp, too.
So how do you know if your scalp is sensitive?
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There can be many signs including itching, flaking, redness, burning, tingling, or tightness.
Your irritated scalp also might be a sign of a larger problem.
You also want to minimizehow often youre shampooing.
Depending on your hair bang out, Zeichner says you might even go a full week without shampooing.
Its also important to be careful of your sensitive scalp when styling your hair.
Schlessinger agrees and suggests using a wide-tooth comb or a brush with soft bristles to style hair.
Also lay off the heat styling, since it can dry out your scalp even more.
These areas, although easy to miss, burn just as quickly as the rest of the body.
Don’t worry, we got you covered with SPF options that won’t gunk up your hair.
Check out those and 15 other dermatologist-approved hair products for sensitive skin below.
Remember: If you know you’re sensitive to certain ingredients, you should still check the labels carefully.
