Scalp Care After Bleaching: Soothe, Repair & Protect Irritated Scalps

Bleached hair: How To Care For It

Bleaching your hair may be a daring and thrilling alteration, allowing you to try out lighter tones, brilliant colors, and eye-catching designs. However, behind the attraction of platinum and pastel hues comes a crucial risk that is often overlooked: scalp health. While many people focus on the effects of bleaching on hair strands, the scalp also experiences significant stress throughout the chemical process.

DrScalp understands that people who bleach or lighten their hair frequently endure discomfort such as dryness, itching, and irritation. These signs are more than just cosmetic issues; they indicate a weakened scalp barrier.

DrScalp is dedicated to assisting you in restoring and maintaining a healthy, balanced scalp by offering new treatments and expert care options. Whether you’re a first-time bleacher or an experienced lightener, addressing scalp care is critical for long-term hair and scalp health.

How Bleaching Affects the Scalp

Bleaching is the process of removing melanin (natural pigment) from the hair shaft using powerful chemicals such as hydrogen peroxide and ammonium persulfate. While efficient in lightening, these chemicals may unintentionally disturb the scalp’s natural protective barrier.

Stripping of natural oils

The bleaching procedure eliminates both pigment and sebum, the natural oil generated by the scalp. Sebum is essential for keeping the scalp and hair moisturised.

When the scalp is taken away, it becomes prone to dryness, resulting in tightness and flaking. This is a typical cause for disorders requiring dry scalp treatment and itchy scalp remedies.

Barrier Disruption and Sensitivity

The stratum corneum, the scalp’s outermost layer, serves as a barrier against external aggressors. Bleaching can weaken this barrier, enabling irritants to penetrate and raising the risk of inflammation and scalp irritation.

Many people suffer redness, stinging, or burning during or after bleaching, particularly those with sensitive scalps.

Altered pH and Microbiome Imbalance

Bleaching affects the scalp’s natural pH, which can damage the microbiome—the balance of beneficial microorganisms that protects against illness and inflammation. This imbalance is a typical cause why people have itchy scalps and increased sensitivity following chemical treatments.

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Bleached Hair Care Tips: How to Keep It Strong and Healthy

While care for your scalp is important after bleaching, your hair strands also require special treatment. Bleached hair is porous, prone to breakage, and susceptible to dryness. Following these hair care guidelines along with your dry scalp treatment and sensitive scalp treatment program will keep your overall hair and scalp health in good shape.

Use Deep Conditioning Treatment

After bleaching, your hair’s capacity to retain moisture is drastically reduced. Weekly deep conditioning masks or bond repair treatments can aid in the reconstruction of the hair’s internal structure. Look for products that include keratin, amino acids, or hyaluronic acid to moisturise and strengthen damaged strands.

Minimise Heat Styling

Bleached hair, like the scalp, is vulnerable to extreme temperatures. When feasible, air dry your hair. If you must use hot equipment, always use a heat protectant spray. Excessive heat can exacerbate dryness and split ends, jeopardizing hair integrity.

Trim Your Hair Regularly

Bleaching can lead to split ends and mid-shaft breaking. Trims every 6-8 weeks can help keep your hair in shape and healthy while avoiding damage from creeping farther up the hair shaft.

Use Sulphate-free Shampoo and Conditioner

Hair that has been lightened is especially prone to brassiness and fading. Use a purple-toned shampoo once a week to balance out yellow tones, and make sure your everyday cleanser is devoid of sulphates to avoid further dryness and scalp irritation.

Protect Hair from Environmental Stressors

UV radiation, chlorine, and pollution may all make bleached hair more brittle and dry. When exposed to the sun, apply a UV-protective leave-in conditioner or wear a cap. If you swim frequently, protect your hair with silicone-based serum or a swim hat.

Avoid Overwashing

Washing your hair too regularly might remove natural oils that give nourishment to both your hair and scalp. Wash every 2-3 days and use dry shampoo in between washes to retain volume and freshness without producing itchy scalps or further dryness.

Recommended DrScalp Products for Bleached Hair Care

To maintain scalp health post-treatment, DrScalp offers a curated range of products that address specific concerns linked to chemical processing. Based on our professional expertise, we recommend the following:

ScalpDr Colour Protect Shampoo

This shampoo is specially designed for damaged or coloured hair, providing the nourishment and protection needed to preserve vibrancy and restore softness. With the power of Lingzhi and Cranberry alongside Provitamin B5 and Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein, this shampoo keeps your hair looking radiant and healthy with every wash.

ScalpDr Colour Protect Conditioner

Designed to deeply condition, nourish, and protect your hair. The combination of Macadamia Oil, Jojoba Oil, and Cranberry Fruit Juice makes it perfect for enhancing hair’s natural softness and strength, while the addition of Lavender and Bisabolol soothes the scalp for a balanced, healthy environment.

ScalpDr Restoration Hair Oil

This oil is a nourishing blend of Argan Oil, Macadamia Seed Oil, and Vitamin E that deeply hydrates, strengthens, and smooths the hair. With soothing Lavender, Geranium, and Orange Peel oils, it helps restore balance to the scalp while adding shine and controlling frizz.

ScalpDr Restoration Hair Masque

This is a deeply nourishing treatment that hydrates and repairs dry, damaged hair. Infused with Argan Oil, Vitamin E, and Brown Seaweed Extract, it helps restore moisture, prevent split ends, and protect hair from heat styling and environmental damage. This versatile masque can be rinsed or left in for intense nourishment and shine.

You can explore these products in detail here: DrScalp Damaged Hair Products

Professional Scalp Treatments at DrScalp

NanoJet Technology

At DrScalp, we utilise NanoJet technology—a non-invasive delivery system that ensures active ingredients are absorbed directly into the scalp without causing further irritation. This treatment is ideal for those dealing with scalp irritation or a sensitive scalp, as it targets the problem at the root, restoring hydration and repairing the skin barrier.

ZynStem™ Bio-Cell technology

At DrScalp, we believe that your hair is not just a part of you—it’s a reflection of your vitality. ZynStem™ combines cutting-edge bio-cell technology with personalised care, delivering a breakthrough solution for hair rejuvenation. Powered by advanced scientific research, ZynStem™s revitalises hair at the cellular level, restoring what was once lost and transforming your hair to its natural, vibrant state.

Protect Your Scalp With Us!

Bleached hair can be attractive and expressive, but it should never compromise the health of your scalp. Bleaching can have both immediate and long-term consequences, including itchy scalp, scalp irritation, and dry scalp treatment needs.

At DrScalp, we go beyond being a conventional scalp care centre—we specialise in advanced, science-backed solutions tailored to restore and maintain optimal scalp health. Our commitment lies in delivering personalised treatments that target the underlying causes of concerns such as hair loss, dandruff, and scalp inflammation.

If you’re ready to take control of your scalp health, our team is here to guide you every step of the way. Get in touch with us today to discover the most suitable treatment for your individual needs.