Scalp Health

Cradle cap most commonly occurs in the first three months of a baby’s life. The good news is it can be easily treated, and the baby is likely to be unaware of the condition.

A good scalp environment refers to a scalp that is absent of excessive oil or dead skin cell build-up. The benefit is that it optimises healthy hair growth.

Tick bites can be difficult to identify on the hairline and scalp, because they are usually hidden by your hair.

Seborrhoeic dermatitis is an inflammatory rash that occurs on areas of skin where sebaceous (oil) glands are prevalent.

Rosacea is a chronic, inflammatory skin condition, characterised by red blotches and papules.

Pityriasis amiantacea is a scalp condition that causes scaling, and can occur in patches anywhere on your scalp.

Neurodermatitis is a chronic condition characterised by extremely itchy patches on your skin.

Lichen simplex is an ‘eczema of the scalp’ – a form of inflammatory dermatitis that only occurs if you have a genetic predisposition.

‘Dandruff’ is a general term for scalp flaking. Most people will experience some degree of it during their lives.

Ringworm (tinea capitis) is not, despite its name, an actual worm — it is a fungal infection.