How to Treat Scalp Chemical Burns Caused by Relaxers
Scalp burns from chemical relaxers can be harsh to not only the hair follicles, weakening the shaft and causing hair loss, but can cause burns, dry patches and scabs on the scalp. Relaxers, perms and other chemical treatments contain harsh ingredients, mainly alcohol, that can especially irritate tender scalps. Treat scalp burns safely and effectively by investing in proper hair products and practicing daily healthy hair regimens. Does this Spark an idea?
Things You'll Need
- Gentle shampoo
- Vitamin E based conditioner
- Aloe vera
- Burn ointment
- Wide tooth comb
- Cotton swab
Instructions
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Sooth scalp burns and irritation by cleansing scalp with a gentle shampoo, and rinsing in lukewarm water. Hair sprays, grease and oils need to be removed as they contain alcohol and other drying agents. These ingredients can aggravate burns and can cause bald patches that are hard to re-grow.
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Use a leave-in conditioner with vitamin E as it nourishes dry scalp and treats chemical scalp burns. Leave conditioner in for at least 15 minutes under a warm towel.
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Air dry hair and refrain from blow dryer use. By allowing your hair to air dry, further damage to the scalp can be prevented when by reducing high heat on the scalp. Take a coin size amount of hair lotion containing aloe vera and vitamin E, part hair off in sections, and apply to the scalp and to the hair. Vitamin E can heal scalp burns and aloe vera can reduce irritation and itchiness.
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Do not pick or itch the scalp burn's scabs because bacteria often found under fingernails can create a breeding ground for infection.
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Use caution when brushing and combing the hair. To prevent tangling, which can over time aggravate scalp burns, use a wide tooth comb to separate the hair. Start combing gently from the ends, moving up toward the scalp.
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Invest in a skin healing ointment if the burn scabs do not heal within two weeks. Apply the ointment on the scalp as directed on the label with a cotton swab. Wait until the scalp fully heals before getting another chemical treatment. If scalp burns become a chronic problem after chemical treatments, switching to hair products with all natural ingredients can prevent future scalp irritation.
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