After our little Bennett was born last summer, I noticed my scalp itched almost daily. I thought maybe I was eating something that was causing it to be sensitive, or maybe I just wasn't washing it often or well enough now that I had four kids and less time to take a shower every day!
When asked by BlogHer if I was interested in trying Head & Shoulders Eucalyptus Itchy Scalp Care shampoo and conditioner and writing about my experience, I hoped I would be chosen, so I could give it a try and see if it helped me without going out and buying it.
Do you have dryness, itchiness, and/or scalp sensitivity? 84% of surveyed scalp issue sufferers were concerned about dryness, itchiness, and sensitivity, so Head & Shoulders uses a HydraZinc formula with the promise to alleviate these symptoms.
How does it work? Well, dandruff is caused by a combination of factors, namely the presence of scalp oils, the fungus Malassezia globosa, and what scientists call a susceptibility to skin irritation (or a reaction to the presence of the fungus).
I have not seen any dandruff from my own scalp, but my head itches so often that I do wonder if maybe pregnancy changed my production of scalp oils somehow or if I have a fungus (which sounds yucky so I hope not!).
I'm kind of picky when it comes to the way bath soaps, lotions, and hair products smell, so I was curious to see if I'd like the fragrance used in Head & Shoulders Eucalyptus Itchy Scalp Care products. I was pleasantly surprised by the fresh, naturally-inspired scents of almond oil, eucalyptus and aloe vera. It had a nice clean smell without being too overpowering.
Also, I was anxious to see how it made my hair feel. I was so surprised it made my hair SO soft! I have some natural curl in my hair so it gets frizzy easily and doesn't always feel very soft, except when I go to the hair salon for a haircut and style! Using Head & Shoulders Eucalyptus Itchy Scalp Care shampoo and conditioner actually gave my hair the silky smooth texture I get at the salon. I even made Jim feel it to show him how soft it was the first time I used it!
As for my scalp, I haven't noticed a huge difference after using it for over a week, but I love the way it makes my hair look and feel so much I'm going to try it longer and pay attention to my scalp to see if the itchiness is alleviated over time.
The only problem I had with the product was it irritated my sensitive skin on my face, neck, shoulders, and back. It actually made it itch and burn a little bit! I had this reaction one other time when I tried Head & Shoulders (original). Maybe I have an allergy to something in Head & Shoulders products? My hair is so soft and smooth that I just wash my body a little extra after washing my hair to make sure I get my skin clean to keep from having this skin irritation.
Although I haven't seen a big difference yet in my scalp itchiness, my hair looks and feels great so I would recommend Head & Shoulders Eucalyptus Itchy Scalp Care as a product to try for dry, itchy, and sensitive scalp and for beautiful hair! My hair truly feels so so soft and silky from scalp to tip!
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I just started using this after my head had been itching for awhile and it is amazing. My dandruff is still there but going away any my hear hardly ever itches. I can't say enough good things about this product!
I am a dork and didn't even answer your other question... You can delete my other comment. I don't change anything at all during the winter months...
Vanessa
About the same, just more lotion and chapstick.
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I try and condition the ends more.. my hair is oily but in the winter it gets the dry frizzies which I hate!
I don't have much of a "routine"!! I guess I use a lot more lotion in the winter. Thanks for the chance to win!
In the winter I change to a cream lotion versus a thinner one, I use a leave in conditioner on top of the regular conditioner, and more chapstick for my dry lips
I don't really do much different, but I do continue washing my hair with cool water. I've found that it dries my scalp less. I wish there were a miracle cure! All of the intense scalp shampoos are so strong and I have to use them so much to keep my scalp from drying that I worry what chemicals I'm putting in my body!!
In the winter, my already dry skin, gets even more so! I use Oil of olay in shower lotion, later in the day, i use more lotion, and for my hair, or scalp i should say, i have to start using head and shoulders. i have oily hair, but my scalp itches like crazy and sometime i even see flakes! YIKES!
Lotion, lotion, lotion! I know you should use it everyday but I make sure I use it when the weather gets colder (my skin itches if I don't)!
In the winter, my skin gets so dry so I always try to put on extra moisturizer so keep my skin from flaking.
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The only thing I change from Summer to winter is more moisturizer. With living in Texas we are used to such a moist atmosphere during the summer that I get really dry during the winter if I don't cake on the moisterizer.
It is so very dry here in the Panhandle of Texas that I have to really increase my use of lotion. I cover myself with lotion when I get out of the shower and when I go to bed and use it on my arms and legs as much as I can during the day. Also I have to use lip balm for my chapped lips.
I change up my beauty routine by adding more lotions creams into my routine to help with my itchy, dry, sensitive skin that tends to flare up in the winter months.
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My skin is so dry in the winter - lots of lotion helps!
I use chapstick for my lips,and lotion for my dry cracked hands.
I change my shampoo to Head and Shoulders and use a lotion with Aloe and Vitamin E! I also use a moisturizing conditioner!
I use powdered facial bronzer in the winter to add some color to my face. In the summertime, I get color from the sun. :-)
how do i change my beauty routine for the winter?? well, not much! i use more lotion and i tend to straighten my hair a little more often. the summer humidity (i live in south texas) makes it useless to try, so i enjoy straight hair in the winter :)
Winter is always more challenging for me. My skin, hair and scalp get dry, and my hands will crack. My hair gets really flyaway, so I use lots of extra conditioner. I switch from hand lotion to hand cream, too, to help with the hand cracking. I apply Carmex more often to my lips than I do in the summer. I switch to a creamy body wash, too.
Yep - slather on the lotion and have plenty of chapstick handy.
I don't really change anything!
Winter is when I force myself to lotion up after each shower. If not, my skin gets really dry and itchy.
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I use more conditioner in the winter and have to add a moisturizer for my skin as well.
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I find that I use a lot more conditioner and moisturizer in the winter.
I don't change much for the winter times, just use more lotion or moisturizer. I use chapstick year round (bad habit!) and I don't change my shampoo/conditioner routine with the seasons, I have to change each time the bottles are empty. My hair has gotten soooo long (trying to get it long enough to donate and still have a little hair left) and it gets greasy very easily so I have to change it up after each bottle of shampoo/conditioner. This sounds like a great product to try though!
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Lotion, chapstick, and ponytails because my hair gets weird in the winter :)
Oh I COMPLETELY understand the horribly itchy scalp! I've struggled with it for about a year myself. I finally went to the dermatologist and went an Orace@. Its RIDICULOUSLY expensive, though. Its a daily med, and I don't have to take it all the time, (I tend to skip months when I can...in fact, I've been off it for a few months now, but really probably need to start it up again). But it honestly is the only thing I've found that has worked and believe me, I've tried changing all kinds of hair products. The derm told me that stress can bring it about...you've had none that, have you?! LOL!!
I don't change my routine in "winter" because I live in south Florida and it gets cold so seldom in the winter that it really doesn't require any changes in products or care of my skin. I AM going to try the shampoo which you wrote about -- my hair is similar to yours and so at the very least I'm hoping for soft hair!
For hair, I use conditioner and hairspray more often in the dry winter months. For skin, I use more lotion and chapstick.
winter summer its just another day i don't change a thing
I change nothing
During the winter months I do add more conditioner to my hair. I also use more lotion on my body. I have noticed even this year that my hands get really dry and I am having to put hand cream on them whenever it gets cooler here.
I just might have to try this Head and Shoulders product sometime. Ordinarily my hair is fine and oily but during the winter it really seems to dry out a lot and of course so does my scalp.
Love,
Shiela
I use shea butter in the winter, my skin definitely is more dry when it's cold out.
I definitely have to change my products, especially moisturizer/body lotion to ones that are more moisturizing, in the fall/winter. I have even had to use the itchy scalp Head & Shoulders to help out my dry scalp. It helps!
I don't really change anything with the seasons. Maybe I should... :)
I take shorter, cooler showers. I also use coconut oil on my face and lips.
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I use more lotion and lip balm in the colder months
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As a girl with curly hair in the south.. I am finally able to break out the blowdryer and straightener because finally its not 150% humidity outside!
I switch to cream, more oily skin products to help.
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I definitely use more moisturizers in the winter months.
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I have extremely dry skin and in the winter its worse so I use a thicker/heavier lotion during the winter months.
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Lots and lots of lotion. When summer winds down I also start growing out my hair and conditioning it more often.
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I switch to a creamer moisturizer in winter so my skin won't feel dry up.
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I use more lotion in the winter, plus I find I need to use less hair gel in the winter.
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Everything changes in the winter. It's all about keeping the skin hydrated. So I tend to take long bubble baths in 1/4 Cup baby oil.
i don't consciously change anything but for some reason i think i moisturize even more in the winter. i think the heat in the house dries me out (although i always have dry skin), but also there is something about slathering myself with lotion and then slipping on knee socks, cozy pants, and long-sleeve shirts to settle in for the night that is just nice. in summer, half the time i don't want to lotion up because it makes me cold. i don't know why! i'm weird. each fall i also use a 28-wash hair color to go from my dark brown to a dark auburn. i love it! it makes my hair shiny and bright when i'm ready for that change to fall colors and clothes. i have a 9 month old and i think i will check out this H&S - i have had an itchy scalp since soon after she was born, as well! the things we do for love : )
i use thicker lotions in winter! you have a beautiful family, just read al ot of your posts. scg00387 at yahoo dot com
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i really dont do anything different except maybe more lotion & more chapstick!
My hair feels drier in winter, and flat from wearing hats..Wash my hair and use a deep conditioner in the winter more than I do in the summer. Hardly ever wear eyeshadow during the summer, when winter hits I start wearing again. I change my nail polish a bit and wear more glittery golds, green, or reds for the Holidays.
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During the winter I use baby oil gel after my shower to help prevent itchy legs. I also use thicker facial moisturizer that keeps my skin from flaking!
I definitely have to condition more often in the winter. My hair gets so frizzy!
I wear more moisturizer and lip balm and lotion in winter to prevent dry skin
Even though were we live is very dry, the only thing I change is a little more lotion. I have one spot on the end of each thumb that tends to crack due to the cold, but amazing what chapstick will do.
My beauty routine is exactly the same in cold winter weather with the exception of more lotion and chapstick. I've had times of itchy scalp and I've tried Head and Shoulders with good results. :)
The only change I make during the winter months is leaving my hair down to keep me warm! :-)
Jennifer Paxton
i use conditioner more often
I switch to an extra moisturizing conditioner
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I use for lotion in the winter
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I use more moisturizer and exfoliate more often to get rid of dry skin flakes
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I use more moisturizer - on my body and hair
I switch to use the richer moisturizer and night cream in the colder winter season so that I don't feel my skin dry.
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The only change I really make is using a humidifier. If I don't use a humidifier in the winter, my forehead gets crazy flaky/peely and no amount of lotion or cream or oil
will rehydrate it. But as long as I sleep with my humidifier going, all is right in the forehead world! LOL
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I go swimming three times a week all year round so my routine doesn't change much.
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I dont change it much just add more chapstick and lotion. sweepmorey at gmail dot com
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My hair, skin & nails require more attention & product during winter =)
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I use lots of cocoa butter
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I use heavier moisturizer and add lip balm to my regimen.
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