Sugar for your scalp

When your scalp is dry and itchy, you may be tempted to try any solution, including one the internet has been buzzing about: adding sugar to your shampoo.

According to dermatologists, you can soothe a dry scalp by mixing a tablespoon of sugar with your shampoo and gently massaging it into your scalp using your fingertips. The sugar will gently exfoliate and completely dissolve, without leaving behind any grit or particles.

The benefit of scalp exfoliation is that it removes that top layer of excess skin, which allows the scalp to breathe and not be irritated.

Although sugar isn’t the only way to exfoliate your scalp, it’s a great, perfectly safe option. Another safe option, though messy, is using coarse ground cornmeal. The reason it would be messy is because it does not dissolve like sugar does.

Sugar is an all-natural way to add a little friction to scalp to loosen up build-up. There’s no harm in it as long as you are gentle.

But it’s not something you need to do on a daily basis. If your scalp is prone to cell build-up, make it a part of your routine to exfoliate once a week, after which symptoms will subside.

But on top of exfoliating, if you have dry scalp, avoid using any harsh chemicals on the scalp, including hair dyes and chemical relaxers. If your condition continues, check in with your dermatologist for help determining the underlying cause.