During the scorching summer days, when going to the beach or engaging in outdoor activities, it is essential to provide proper sun protection for the face and skin to shield them from UV damage. However, many people overlook the importance of sun protection for the scalp and hair, which can result in a sunburned scalp, leading to redness, swelling, itching, pain, peeling, and even hair loss.

Can the scalp get sunburned?

The scalp is also a part of the skin, and research suggests that it is the most sensitive, delicate, and quickly aged site, second only to the eyelids. If the scalp is exposed to direct sunlight for more than an hour without protection, it is highly susceptible to sunburn.

When the scalp gets sunburned, it will first lead to the appearance of dandruff. This is because the oil-water balance of the scalp becomes disrupted, leading to dryness and flaking of the skin. The nutrient supply to the hair follicles is also affected. Plus, the sun's continuous evaporation of moisture from the hair causes significant damage to hair quality, resulting in dry, thin and frizzy hair, hair discolouration, and hair breakage.

Moreover, the UVA of sunlight can penetrate deep into the scalp, damaging the keratin in the hair and making it fragile. It can also cause inflammation in the hair follicles. This stimulates excessive sebum production, leading to an oily scalp. Over time, this can clog the hair follicles, ultimately leading to hair loss.

How can we prevent sunburn on the scalp?

For young people with normal hair volume, their dense hair can physically block sunlight and reduce the scalp’s direct UV exposure. However, individuals with shorter hair or hair loss lack this natural protection and should take the following measures to prevent sunburn:

- Avoid prolonged sun exposure during the peak sun hours between 10 am and 2 pm

- Wear a sun hat and use an umbrella

- Avoid staying under the sun for extended periods

- Individuals with thin hair or baldness can apply a small amount of sunscreen on the scalp. Do not apply an excessive amount as this will clog the hair follicles.

If the scalp gets sunburned, the skin will generally repair itself within two weeks. During this period, you can apply ice packs or cold towels to cool the sunburned area and moisturise the scalp such as by applying aloe vera gel. When washing your hair, avoid using shampoos and hair care products with irritating ingredients. If the condition persists, it is advisable to seek help from a hair care professional.

Comprehensive Care and Nourishment for Your Scalp

Hair Forest’s EM Mesotherapy Treatment

After the scalp gets sunburned, it will disrupt the oil-water balance in the deep layers of the scalp, resulting in dry, dull and brittle hair. At this stage, deep moisturisation and the infusion of precious nutrients are needed to rebuild a healthy scalp ecosystem! Hair Forest introduces EM Mesotherapy Treatment employed with Korean top-notch technology and German medical microchips, inventing the world’s first medical device combing micro-penetration technology with electroporation technology. The treatment uses the patented EPM (Electroporation Microchip) technology to deeply moisturise and nourish the scalp!

RC Scalp Nutritional Essence will be injected deep into the scalp to deliver rich and precious nutrients, including 6 kinds of vitamin B, 5 types of amino acids, hyaluronic acid and zinc salts. A single treatment session can deliver results equivalent to applying essence 85 times! The treatment can deeply nourish your hair follicles and ensure the revitalisation of each inch of your hair, strengthen your scalp’s ability to fight against irritants and facilitate healthy hair growth. One million clients worldwide have already received this extraordinary experience!

- CE certification

- Increases absorption rates up to 85%

- Improves oily scalp and dandruff

- Strengthens hair follicles and maintains oil-water balance

- Visible effects in 20 days

- Suitable for light to mild hair loss patients

- Non-invasive and pain-free procedure

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