💚 6 Scalp Care Secrets to Prevent Hair Loss
“A healthy scalp grows beautiful hair.”
① Scalp Scaling — The Foundation of Hair Health
Shampoo alone can’t remove all the sebum, dead skin, and buildup on your scalp.
When pores get clogged, inflammation follows — and that’s when hair growth slows down.
💡 Tip:
Look for cotton swabs containing salicylic acid and menthol — they help exfoliate and refresh the scalp.
✔️ Salicylic Acid → removes dead cells & unclogs pores
✔️ Menthol → provides cooling relief & soothes itchiness
In Korea, you can easily find them at Daiso stores.
🇺🇸 In the U.S., check out these alternatives:
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Daiso USA (available in some major cities)
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Dollar Tree / Dollar General / Family Dollar — budget-friendly household and beauty supplies
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Miniso / Popshelf — lifestyle stores with Asian-inspired self-care products
Instead of scratching with your nails, gently wipe your scalp with these swabs to remove oil and buildup while calming irritation.
② Hidden Danger in Shampoo — Sulfates
That rich foam in your shampoo? It’s thanks to sulfates, powerful chemical cleansers.
But while they clean well, they also strip away your natural scalp barrier —
leaving your skin dry, irritated, and prone to hair loss.
🌿 Better Choices:
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Sulfate-Free Shampoo
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Low-pH Formulation
These keep your scalp clean and balanced without over-drying.
③ Scalp Massage Brush — Wake Up the Blood Flow!
Poor blood circulation is one of the main causes of hair thinning.
When scalp muscles tighten, they compress blood vessels, reducing oxygen and nutrients reaching the follicles.
💆♀️ In a 24-week study:
📈 Hair thickness increased
🌿 Stress hormone levels dropped
❄️ Scalp heat decreased
💡 Tip:
Use a silicone-tipped massage brush during shampoo for 2–3 minutes.
It’s gentler and more hygienic than using your hands.
You can also use the brush dry, any time of day, to relax tight scalp muscles and boost circulation.
④ Wood-Tipped Cushion Brush — Gentle Care for Every Scalp
Plastic combs can scratch and irritate the scalp.
A wood-tipped brush with a soft cushion base gently stimulates the scalp while providing a light massage.
🌰 Perfect for those with dandruff, sensitivity, or scalp itch.
🧴 Care Tips:
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Wash your brush regularly with neutral detergent
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Let it air dry completely
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Replace it often — old brushes collect bacteria
⑤ Cool Towel Therapy — Beat the Scalp Heat
Excess scalp heat triggers excess oil production, which can lead to inflammation and hair thinning.
When this happens repeatedly, hair follicles shrink, producing finer hair strands.
🔥 Scalp Heat = Hidden Hair Loss Trigger
💧 How to Use:
1️⃣ Soak a cooling towel in water and place it in the freezer for about 5 minutes.
2️⃣ Wrap it gently around your head for 3 minutes.
→ It instantly reduces heat, soothes the scalp, and improves blood flow.
Use it especially after blow-drying or on hot summer days.
⑥ Consistency Is the Real Secret Ingredient
No product works overnight.
But just 5 minutes a day of these small scalp-care habits can transform your scalp into healthy soil for new growth. 🌱
💚 Your daily care routine nurtures your follicles —
and ultimately, helps you keep the hair you love.
📘 Source: Dr. Hwang Jung-wook, excerpt from Lee Dong-hwan TV
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