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Dry Scalp
The tight, flaky scalp condition caused by over-washing, hot water, or the wrong shampoo.
Dry scalp is not the same as dandruff (which is fungal). Dry scalp is a barrier problem — usually from washing hair too often, using hot water, or using sulfate-heavy shampoos. The fix is a gentler shampoo (like Gold Standard Shampoo), warm not hot water, and conditioning every wash.
Key Facts
- ›Different from dandruff (fungal).
- ›Cause: over-washing, hot water, harsh shampoo.
- ›Fix: sulfate-free shampoo, warm water, condition every wash.
- ›Wash 2–3x per week, not daily.
- ›Peppermint-based shampoos boost circulation.
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