The Science of Beauty: The Complete Guide to Scalp Care
You might think the skin that comprises the scalp is vastly different from the skin on the rest of our bodies because it grows thicker, longer hair. But in fact, the scalp is anatomically similar to the rest of your skin, just with a little extra density (it’s made up of five different layers of tissue while the rest of our skin has three), more oil glands, and a ton of hair follicles — about 100,000 to be exact.
Each hair grows from, and through, an individual follicle located within the scalp. Sebum (also known as oil) is produced by the sebaceous glands in each individual follicle and helps condition the hair and surrounding skin. The amount of oil produced on the scalp varies from person to person, with some experiencing much less (or much more) than others. At the base of the hair follicle are sensory nerves that wrap around each hair bulb; pulling the hair stimulates these nerve endings and alerts us to feelings of pain.
The purpose of the scalp isn’t just to produce hair; it also serves as a physical barrier to protect the skull from trauma and infection. So, the scalp serves both a functional purpose as well as an aesthetic one. (And if you’re interested in learning more about why our scalp sprouts more noticeable hair than, say, our legs, you’ll get your fix during next week’s episode on body hair.)
What does a healthy scalp look like?
“We shouldn't see redness, we shouldn't see irritation, and we shouldn't see a lot of scales or buildup,” says dermatologist Michelle Henry during the podcast when asked about the signs of a happy, highly functioning scalp. “It should not feel tender and it should not have an odor.” If your scalp has any of these problems, the issue could be as basic as a reaction to a heavily-fragranced shampoo or as complex as an autoimmun
https://www.allure.com/story/the-science-of-beauty-the-complete-guide-to-scalp-care
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