Why should I get a scalp massage?

Massage therapy has played an important role in most of the traditional forms of medicine in the world.



Modern day science is slowly beginning to understand and appreciate the myriad benefits of massage. Massage not only helps the underlying muscles and tissues relax, it stimulates the flow of blood and the lymph system. It can help to ease pain and inflammation.

The human scalp is rich in nerve endings, and the majority of the nervous system is housed inside the head, along with the brain. A good scalp massage stimulates the circulatory system in the head.



This helps in easing stress and chronic headaches. A good massage also results in the release of endorphins, and relieves any pain in the area. It is also one of the best methods of de-stressing after a hard day’s work. Scalp massage is also very useful in preventing dandruff.



Massage also stimulates the flow of blood to the scalp and thereby provides the hair follicles with more nourishment. Thus, it can help in fighting avoidable hair loss and ensures that your hair stays healthy.

How do I administer a scalp massage?

A scalp massage is one of the easiest forms of massage to administer, to you yourself, or to a friend or loved one. Before commencing the massage, the person getting the massage should be seated on a comfortable chair. You can use hair oil or choose to administer a dry massage, depending on your preference. Start from the base of the neck by applying gentle pressure with your finger in a circular motion. Work your way slowly up to the hairline. Repeat this process a couple of times, slowly increasing the pressure on the scalp. Use the palms of the hand to gently massage the entire scalp, back of the head and the temple. At the end of the massage, rake your fingers through the air, gently scratching the entire scalp with your nails. Now wrap a moist, warm towel around the head and relax.

A scalp massage can also be administered by one of the many models of massage brushes that are available in the market. Do ensure that you do not get suckered into buying a low quality model. Buy a good quality massage brush from one of the reputed manufacturers in the market. An inferior quality model will only aggravate hair loss and cause a headache.