Although many people may not normally be aware of it, the “scalp” is the epidermis that covers the important skull. This scalp, which is hidden by the hair and not easily seen, also serves as a barometer of health.
Let’s take a look at how the color of the scalp can tell us about the state of health.
Healthy scalp has a slightly clear pale color
A healthy scalp is slightly clear and pale. This is the ideal scalp, with a certain amount of luster. There is no dandruff buildup, and the scalp is smooth without flakiness.
In contrast, a dry scalp has no luster. The keratin is peeled off, so the entire scalp looks a bit powdery. This “powder” also covers the scalp, making the whiteness darker.
Conversely, if the scalp is oily, the scalp is stained yellow, the color of grease. This is a condition in which the sebum has oxidized and the pores are soaked with fat, causing the area around the pores to become moist with oil.
In some cases, a “red scalp” requires medical attention. This is a condition in which the scalp is inflamed or has extremely poor blood flow. People who are having allergic reactions also have this condition, which is more dangerous than other conditions.
A simple analogy can be taken as the same image as a traffic light. White = green light/safe, yellow = yellow light/slightly dangerous, red = red light/dangerous.
What to do, how to handle it?
If the scalp is in a healthy state, hair growth and other processes will occur efficiently. So what if it is not healthy?
Actually, the basic idea is the same whether you have a dry or greasy scalp. The key points to follow are to use the right shampoo for you and try to keep it moisturized.
However, if the scalp is too moisturized, the body will feel the need to secrete sebum to protect the scalp, and the body will secrete sebum more actively. Sebum is like a protective film for humans, so this kind of “countermeasure” is taken.
The scalp should be white, smooth, and free of inflammation. Otherwise, it is a first-aid call from the scalp, and we should consider how to deal with it.
If we work on it seriously and patiently, we can surely regain a white, healthy scalp! If the condition is severe, it can be a factor in skin diseases, so we recommend that you visit a dermatologist at an early stage to determine the cause and treat it.