Not only for legal obligations, but also for safety, motorcycle/two wheeler riders have to use a helmet. But wearing a helmet for a long period can cause problems like hair fall, hair damage, dandruff, and more. Those who already have problems like dandruff or scalp infection, using helmets can increase these problems!
So, does this mean that using a helmet you have to accept these issues? Not at all! Following a few simple tips you can keep your hair healthy and problem-free even while using helmets.
Keep your hair clean all the time
One of the most common problems helmet users face is hair loss. Using helmets for a long period mixes the scalps sebum and sweat together. This causes a lot of dirt to get stuck to the hair and scalp which causes hair fall. Also, if the scalp is sweaty, it increases the problems of dandruff. So, the first step for every helmet users' to maintain healthy hair is regular cleaning! Use a mild shampoo/cleanser to clean that scalp and hair every day or every other day.
You can use Sunsilk Hijab Recharge Anti Dandruff Shampoo to clean the dirt, sweat and excess oil on the scalp as well as to control dandruff. This shampoo has Bio-nutrium 10 and cooling mint and it is made especially for men. It nourishes the scalp and helps in dandruff protection.
Moisturize to avoid friction
The friction of the hair on the inner part of the helmet is one of the reasons for hair breakage and damage. This friction effect can be reduced a lot by keeping the hair properly moisturized. After using the shampoo to keep the hair moisturized, you have to apply conditioner. You can use Coconut Oil or Aloe Vera Gel as a natural hair moisturizer.
Use honey to avoid dandruff
You can use honey as a natural solution for dandruff problem. Honey’s antibiotics and antifungal ingredients help keep the scalp healthy by removing dandruff. Mix 10% water with 90% honey and gently massage it on the scalp. Leave it on for a while and wash it off. A study in the European Journal of Medical Research found that the mixture was very effective in reducing scalp itching, flakiness and excess oil production.
Select the right helmet
Tight helmets are responsible for traction alopecia. Traction alopecia is a type of alopecia or baldness. This is due to the fact that the hair is always pulled backwards and the front hair is reduced. Extra tight helmets often pull the front hair backwards, which can lead to traction alopecia. To avoid this, you need to avoid extra tight helmets. Choose a helmet of the right size that is neither too tight nor too loose.
Clean your helmet regularly
Using helmets for a long time makes our scalp sweat. Sweat and dirt accumulate inside the helmet, and there is a chance of fungal growth inside the helmet. So, this dirt, sweat must be cleaned regularly. And after using, try to keep the helmet in a light and airy place, it will be dry and free of any smell.
Cover your hair with a scarf
An effective solution to reduce friction and hair fall is to cover the hair with a cloth or scarf before wearing a helmet. It also absorbs sweat from the scalp, so the inside of the helmet stays clean. However, the scarf must be properly clean and dry.
Using a helmet does not mean accepting the hair problem! You can easily get healthy and problem-free hair by following these simple and easy tips!
