Just like our skin, our scalp goes through some changes during the winter months. We can experience everything from dryness to flakiness, which is both convenient and embarrassing, to say the least. Rather than dealing with discomfort and flakes throughout the entire winter season, there are now plenty of products that cater to scalp-specific concerns. Since these issues are inevitable and we’ll all likely have to deal with them someday, I’m sharing some of my the ways I like to treat (and save) my scalp that I’ve learned while traveling to colder climates.

Scrubs

Scalp scrubs aren’t for everyone, but I personally enjoy the invigorating feeling I get after using them. A scalp scrub can help get rid of the flakes and buildup often found resting on our scalps throughout the winter, leaving us with less to worry about. Using a scrub can also help prevent your scalp from flaking in the future.
Hair Masks

Just like our skin, it’s important to maintain our scalp’s moisture levels. I like to deep condition my hair with a mask regularly to prevent my scalp from getting dry. I like to look out for natural ingredients such as coconut oil or shea butter in my hair masks for extra hydration. Incorporating a hair mask into your haircare routine regularly is also another step to take to prevent flakiness.

Shampoos, Conditioners & Treatments

Many brands have made it easier to treat these concerns with shampoos and conditioners a...