How can I fight scalp psoriasis naturally?

Psoriasis is an autoimmune, non-contagious disease. It is a chronic inflammation of the skin linked to an immune system in turmoil. Psoriasis accelerates cell renewal, reducing the normal rate from 28-30 days to just 3-4 days! Why such an acceleration? The immune system makes a mistake and attacks healthy skin cells, causing inflammation and overproduction of new skin cells. The result: an accumulation of cells on the surface of the skin, forming thick, scaly patches.

When it comes to natural products, the key words are moisturising, soothing and disinfecting:

Scalp psoriasis can manifest itself in different ways and can sometimes be confused with other scalp skin conditions such as eczema or seborrhoeic dermatitis. To correctly diagnose scalp psoriasis, it is important to consult a dermatologist or qualified healthcare professional. There are a few common signs and symptoms to look out for: red, scaly patches, itching and a burning sensation in the hair, excessive desquamation with the presence of small silver or white scales that come off easily when the scalp is scratched, hair loss, etc.

If you experience any of these symptoms, it is advisable to consult a healthcare professional as soon as possible to obtain a precise diagnosis and an appropriate treatment plan.

The ideal is to opt for an anti-inflammatory diet, with minimally processed, natural and ORGANIC foods as often as possible. Limit refined sugars and high glycaemic indexes, as well as industrially-produced gluten, by favouring sources of whole sugars other than wheat, such as potatoes, sweet potatoes, millet, buckwheat and small spelt, etc. You could opt for ORGANIC dairy products from small animals such as sheep, quality plant milk or unpasteurised ORGANIC milk from cows that graze.

Fill up on antioxidants with colourful dishes and remember to include small oily fish, such as mackerel or blue-white eggs, regularly in your diet to get your Omega-3 levels up.

To pamper your intestines, add natural probiotics to your diet with lacto-fermented vegetables, pickles, unpasteurised cider vinegar, kefir or kombucha, miso or ORGANIC bread made with traditional sourdough.

Finally, don't forget to stay well hydrated with quality, low mineral content water such as Mont Roucous or Volvic, or filtered tap water. Water is key to keeping your skin hydrated, promoting healthy intestinal function and eliminating toxins!

There's nothing worse than being told to stop stressing. It can be counter-productive, but it's important to work on your emotions. The first step is to allow the often buried emotions to be expressed using a method adapted to each person's sensitivity: singing, drawing, dancing, boxing, etc. Sport in general allows you to express yourself while combating inflammation. We can then work on the origins of the emotions that poison our lives by trying to understand the causes of frustration, sadness, anger or lack of self-confidence. The support of a therapist, such as a psychologist, hypnotherapist, relaxation therapist or coach, is often a great help in accelerating awareness of the underlying problem.

For a boost, you can supplement with Omega-3 and/or evening primrose and borage oil, have your vitamin D status checked and supplement daily with drops if necessary, and opt for a quality multivitamin with a correct dose of selenium and zinc. It is preferable to be supported by a health professional to define priorities and ensure that these supplements are compatible with the individual.

As their name suggests, they are supplements. Under no circumstances can they replace a balanced diet and work on the emotions.

It goes without saying that you need to avoid adding toxins to your hair by taking steps to stop smoking and limiting your alcohol consumption.

In addition, it's important to limit the use of products that are harsh on the hair, such as shampoos containing sulphates or solid shampoos with aggressive surfactants, and to opt for a water softener. Mild, natural and ORGANIC shampoos are preferable.