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We’ve heard some say we come from lack of frequent hair wash(a daily type of thing). Some say it’s as a result of the victim having full and thick hair. Recently at the saloon, we heard our victim’s hair dresser mentioned that we could come as a result of creaming the hair too much. But, we wouldn’t say so. We are way more complex than the flimsy reasons they give.
Humans tend to call us names like fungus, bacterial and what not. But, we aren’t any of those. Although we tend to clump on our victim when the fungus , malassezia globosa breaks down oils on our victims head. We happen to have some annoying and irritating ways of announcing ourselves to the victim, we will tell you.
- Our signature telltale is an itchy scalp.
- We also look white and flaky on the hair. These flakes are actually dead cells which are quite normal but are being shed at a faster rate than normal.
- You may happen to observe scaly skin behind your ears too.
We unfortunately, really trouble our victims. Some of them may find it hard to sleep well. Kit all depends on how itchy we get. They also find it hard to have on braids for long. The root of the hair tends to get white, scaly and ugly, plus, it really makes them look dirty. So, imagine changing hairstyle, especially braids, every two(weeks). Stressful and tiring, right?
Living as hated creatures isn’t easy. We have to really run from things that may chase us. Those things may be natural or chemicals. Thing it, even for it to work against us, our victim needs to be very consistent with the use of it because, we do not die easily. So, when it comes to natural things, these will affect us:
COCONUT OIL (WITH LEMON), SOUR
Having antimicrobial properties, coconut oil plays a great role in keeping the skin hydrated. It also reduces the effects and symptoms we(dandruff) bring. All that needs to be done is for it to be applied directly to the scalp for about eight weeks consistently.
One may decide to add lemon. It’s acidity melts us so fast but then, we rise up when the person is not. So, heat 2 spoons of coconut oil and mix it with 2 spoons of lemon. Apply and leave for a minimum of 20 minutes. Then, wash off gently.
ALOE VERA APPLICATION, A PLANT
Cosmetics and beauticians use this a lot in their products. You making use of it will definitely wage war against us. Reason being that, aloe Vera has been said to be full of antibacterial and anti-fungal properties. Thus, it may help reduce and decrease the symptoms we bring.
APPLE CIDER VINEGAR, QUITE ACIDIC
It’s acidity level is believed to help with the shedding of dead skin cells which are on the scalp as well as balances the PH of the skin to reduce the growth of us. Using ACV may work in two ways. First, one may add some to their shampoo or oils and apply it to the hair. Secondly, one may mix equal amounts of water and ACV, apply it to the hair and leave to dry. Take a pick!
BAKING SODA, THE MAGICAL POWDER
The use of baking soda is because of its anti-fungal properties as well as its exfoliating properties. A study showed that baking soda is able to completely slow down the growth of fungus. It can also help reduce itching. Isn’t this great for our victims?
The best way to use this Is to apply it directly to the hair after it has been wet. Then, massage it into the scalp and let sit for some minutes, at least, five minutes before washing off.
So folks, next time we bring terror to your hair, know that we are averse to these things. But, those are not all. Some shampoos have been created special to stop us.
- anti-fungal shampoos like ciclopirox, Nizoral, can be used. It can be gotten over the counter.
- Corticosteriods which are normally prescribed and used as rub and leave on, helps to control the itching and swelling that may come as a result of scratching.
- Antibacterial cleaners contain sulfacetamide which will help fight us.
Sadly, we do not actually die. All these things are just for our victims to be able to manage and control us. We may spontaneously clear too even when you don not use any product. We wish you good luck in managing yours.