{"id":1411,"date":"2026-04-08T08:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-04-08T12:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/prose.com\/?p=1411"},"modified":"2026-04-09T09:27:03","modified_gmt":"2026-04-09T13:27:03","slug":"dry-scalp","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/prose.com\/blog\/dry-scalp","title":{"rendered":"How to Treat Dry Scalp: 4 Ways to Get Rid of Flakes"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

To treat a dry scalp, switch to a gentle, sulfate-free shampoo, wash your hair every 3 to 5 days, and use a hydrating pre-shampoo scalp mask. A dry or flaky scalp is typically caused by harsh hair products, cold weather, or over-washing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to Get Rid of Flaky Scalp With a Gentler Shampoo<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The shampoo you use may contain harsh chemicals, such as sulfates, phthalates and parabens, that irritate skin and strip it of essential moisture, leading to a dry scalp. Switching to a gentler shampoo can solve your problem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Free of the above ingredients as well as dyes, mineral oils, GMOs, alcohol and fragrances, Prose Custom Shampoo<\/a> is a mild cleanser that works gently without drying your scalp or hair. Its custom formula contains natural ingredients, such as argan oil<\/a>, CBD powder<\/a> and prebiotics<\/a>, that nourish, soothe and restore balance to the scalp, leaving it moisturized and supple.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Using the right conditioner is also an important aspect of maintaining scalp health. Prose Custom Conditioner<\/a> nourishes hair without weighing it down, while the Prose Custom Leave-In Conditioner<\/a> hydrates and detangles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Foods Help Treat a Dry Scalp?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

In many ways, you are what you eat, and your diet can affect your wellness. Try reducing your consumption of sugar, refined carbs and highly processed foods. They can cause inflammation of your scalp, leading to dryness and itchiness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Opt for foods that support a healthy scalp instead. Try incorporating these nutrients into your daily meals: <\/p>\n\n\n\n