Allo Dermato: How to get rid of pimples on the scalp?

Acne, we fear it on the forehead or chin. But it can also infiltrate where you do not expect it: at the root of the hair. This discreet but very real phenomenon can quickly turn into a nightmare if you do not take it seriously.

What is scalp acne and why does it happen?

The first symptoms may seem harmless: small pimples, sometimes painful, at the root of the hair. The hair follicles of the scalp are also the openings of the sebaceous glands. When they clog, the sebum accumulates … and the pimples appear.

Too much sebum, not enough exfoliation, accumulation of dandruff or skin inflammation can transform your scalp into terrain conducive to bacteria and fungi. In some cases, this can evolve towards a folliculitis, a painful and aggressive form of acne scalp.

Some everyday gestures still aggravate things: excessive use of styling products, chronic stress, hormonal upheavals or simple repeated friction of helmets or hats. In short, what you do at your head … She makes it good.

How to prevent this unpleasant surprise under your hair

Do you want to avoid it? Here are the right reflexes, validated by several recognized medical sources:

• Choose non -comedogenic products, oil -free and which do not obtain pores.

• Wash your hair regularly, especially after a sports session or in case of oily scalp.

• Use a drug shampoo, such as those based on ketoconazole, salicylic acid, benzoyl – perxide or antifungal.

• Soft exfolia with products containing salicylic or glycolic acid to avoid obstructed pores.

• Rinse well, do not leave styling residues, avoid tight helmets and often change your pillow or hat.

• Hydrate slightly, adopts a balanced diet, remains hydrated and limits stress: all this helps your scalp to breathe.

When and how to treat acne persists

If despite all your efforts, your scalp remains painful, red or covered with small pimples, it is time to take action. A classic shampoo will no longer be enough.

Health professionals then recommend more targeted treatments: topical creams or antibiotics, corticosteroid lotions, even oral treatments in the most severe cases. Certain natural clarifying products – based on TEA Tree, Active charcoal or apple cider vinegar – can also help you, provided you use them with gentle and regularity.

And if really nothing is evolving, consults a dermatologist. He can help you identify the real cause, whether hormonal, fungal or linked to another scalp disorder.

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