What should you know about dry scalp and brittle hair?

Scalp dryness can cause tightness, flaking, or itch, while brittle hair breaks along the shaft rather than shedding from the root. Frequent washing with harsh products, hot tools, bleaching, colouring, tight styles, chlorine, and sun exposure can weaken hair fibres. A scaly or inflamed scalp may need a clinician to check for dermatitis, infection, or another condition. Hair texture alone does not show whether the follicle is healthy.

Use a gentle shampoo and lukewarm water, massage with fingertips, and rinse thoroughly. Condition the lengths after washing; keep heavy products off an irritated scalp. Reduce heat settings, detangle from the ends upward, and avoid tight ponytails or braids while the hair is fragile. Pause bleaching or repeated chemical processing. A balanced diet supports normal growth, while supplements should be considered with a clinician when intake or absorption may be an issue; Hair Supplement Therapy may be discussed when appropriate.

Arrange an assessment if scaling is persistent, painful, crusted, oozing, or associated with broken hairs, bald patches, or marked itch. Prompt review is appropriate for sudden shedding, scalp tenderness, or a spreading rash. A clinician can examine the scalp and hair roots, identify whether the main issue is breakage or shedding, and guide treatment.

Is my hair breaking or shedding from the roots? Could my shampoo, styling routine, or a scalp condition be contributing? Do I need testing before taking a hair supplement?