Lifestyle Healthy hair


Most people have good hair days


and bad hair days, but here’s how to treat more


persistent hair conditions


Common hair conditions


Whether you’re male or female, having a healthy head of hair can boost your morale and self-confidence. But the opposite is also often true: hair that doesn’t look or feel 100 per cent can make you feel you’re not at your best too, both physically and mentally. However there are solutions to most


common hair problems. Here’s a quick rundown of the main issues and what you can do to get your hair how you want it.


Dandruff Dandruff is common and affects most people at some time or other. Characterised by scaly patches on the scalp, it produces dry, white flakes of dead skin that are noticeable if they fall onto your shoulders. And it can


If you have mild dandruff you can treat it yourself with an over-the-counter anti-dandruff shampoo (these can contain different active ingredients, so if one doesn’t work then try an alternative)


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(and how to treat them) Hair thinning and hair loss


often – but not always – make your scalp feel itchy. If you have mild dandruff you can


treat it yourself with an over-the- counter anti-dandruff shampoo (these can contain different active ingredients, so if one doesn’t work then try an alternative). If your dandruff doesn’t clear up or if your scalp is very itchy, you may need to see your GP for a prescription-strength treatment.


Oily hair If you have oily hair, you may feel the need to wash it every day, or perhaps even more than once a day. But regular washing triggers oil production in your scalp, so it’s a much better idea to wash your hair every two or three days instead. When it comes to hair products,


always choose a shampoo and a light conditioner designed for oily hair. Use the conditioner on the mid-lengths and ends of your hair only, try not to get any on your scalp. And rinse out all products thoroughly. You could also try using a dry shampoo spray designed for oily hair, as these can absorb some of the oils on the surface of your hair. But try to avoid products that add oil to your hair, such as serums.


For more advice about hair and scalp problems speak to your local Careway pharmacist (www.careway.co.uk/find- a-pharmacy).


Losing your hair can be a temporary thing caused by stress, illness or iron deficiency, for instance. However, if hair loss runs in your family and you’re getting older, it may be permanent. Male-pattern baldness, for instance, is a type of permanent hair loss in men. But it can affect women as they get older too (female-pattern baldness). There is a treatment available


without a prescription for both male- pattern and female-pattern baldness. Called minoxidil, it can cause hair regrowth in some people. However it usually has to be applied for several months before you notice a difference, and you have to keep using it or it’ll stop working. If you want to try it, ask your local


Careway pharmacist for more details and to recommend a suitable product.


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