Why Does My Hair Hurt When It's Dirty? Doctors Weigh in

Notice A Painful Scalp in Between Wash Days? The Reason Why May Surprise You... It's true: Your hair wash routine—or lack thereof—can cause your scalp to hurt. But the reasons why are more nuanced than you think. Ahead, board-certified dermatologists Dr. Havens Cary and Dr. Anetta Reszko of Reszko Dermatology share exactly why your hair hurts when it's dirty, what a healthy hair wash routine looks like and extra steps you can take to heal your scalp if you do go a little longer without washing.   Here's Why Your Scalp Hurts When It's Dirty: If your scalp feels...