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You can get rid of the itchiness! How to get rid of scalp odor.

You can get rid of the itchiness! How to get rid of scalp odor.

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    You can get rid of the itchiness! How to get rid of scalp odor.

    This time, I will explain how to get rid of scalp odor.

    Relationship between aging and body odor

    The scalp is the place in the body that produces the most sebum.There are many people, both men and women, who find the smell unpleasant. It is said that age-related odor starts to appear around the age of 50, but as you get older, it becomes easier to develop a bad odor. On the other hand, doesn't your baby smell like milk? This is because the body releases fragrant ingredients. It contains a component called lactone, and it has a slightly sweet scent similar to milk, which is found in baby body odor. The amount of lactone secreted decreases rapidly as you reach your 20s. It only appears a little in your 20s, and almost completely disappears in your 30s.The amount of sweat and sebum secreted by the human body peaks in our 30s, and the amount of lactones that give off a good smell almost disappears, so many people become concerned about body odor.

    Measures against scalp odor

    Shampooing is important to prevent scalp odor. Sweat can be washed away with hot water, but sebum cannot be washed away with hot water. Just like when you cleanse your face, it's a good idea to cleanse your scalp with oil to loosen the sebum. I think it would be ideal to shampoo your skin after removing the sebum. Before taking a bath, massage the scalp with oil and then shampoo to help remove dirt.If you try to remove dirt with shampoo alone, you will have to use a surfactant with strong cleaning power, which will dry out your scalp and cause bacteria to grow and cause odor.People with atopic dermatitis or allergies often have dry skin, so I think that cleansing with oil before shampooing can reduce the burden on the scalp and improve the condition of the skin.
    Regarding shampoo, this is especially common among women with long hair, but since there is a lot of shampoo left behind, rinsing is also important. We recommend placing the shower head directly on your scalp and rinsing as this will help the hair flow better.
    After that, dry your hair with a hair dryer, but at this time, drying your hair at high temperatures will dry out your scalp and hair, so use a hair dryer at low temperatures and take your time. Even laundry smells when it's half-dried.It is important to dry your hair thoroughly, as half-dried hair creates an environment where bacteria can easily breed.There is no problem with cold air from a hair dryer, so it may take some time, butMake sure to dry thoroughly at low temperatures.

    Relationship between diet, body odor, and scalp odor

    Some people may have noticed that their body odor has disappeared or that their body odor has changed when they follow a diet centered on vegetables. Body odor becomes especially strong when you consume foods such as animal fat and garlic. Garlic smells not only from your mouth but also from your body.Body odor changes depending on the food you eat.

    The relationship between sebum and scalp odor

    In order to get rid of scalp odor and body odor, it is important to sweat through exercise or a sauna. I think the smell will go away if you sweat regularly.Sweat does not have a strong odor, but sebum is the cause of the odor, so it is important to sweat it out by exercising or in the sauna.

    Summary

    Body odor can be improved by taking care of your body with shampoos and treatments, and adjusting your diet.
    Scalp odor and body odor are barometers of your body condition and diet.

    Article supervisor

    Aiko Isami
    Representative Director of Next Beauty Labo General Incorporated Association
    Director of Dr. TOUHI CLINIC

    Aiko Isami

    Aiko Isami
    [Career]

    Graduated from the University of Tokyo Completed initial training at Nagaoka Red Cross Hospital
    While specializing in neurology, he became aware of the importance of scalp and hair care after working in AGA treatment. In 2023, he opened "Dr. TOUHI CLINIC" and "Dr. TOUHI SALON," clinics that cater to all scalp and hair problems.