Sensitive Scalp – Treatment in Perth

Calming, anti-inflammatory care for reactive and sensitised scalps

Sensitive scalp is not a diagnosis — it is a signal of imbalance, inflammation, or barrier disruption.

Burning, itching, pain, tightness, tingling, or discomfort to touch are signs that the scalp is reacting and requires calming and reparative care, not aggressive stimulation.

At Fernanda Paes Trichologist, sensitive scalp treatment focuses on reducing inflammation, restoring the scalp barrier, and re-establishing balance before any hair growth stimulation is considered

What Can Cause Scalp Sensitivity?

Scalp sensitivity may be associated with one or multiple factors, including:

 

  • inflammatory scalp conditions
  • seborrheic dermatitis or psoriasis
  • excessive oiliness or dryness
  • post-hair transplant sensitivity
  • stress and nervous system dysregulation
  • hormonal fluctuations
  • improper cosmetic or chemical exposure
  • over-exfoliation or aggressive treatments
  • compromised scalp barrier

Symptoms may vary daily, which is why each session is adapted to the scalp’s condition on that specific day

Understanding Our Therapeutic Approach

In trichology, calming always comes before stimulation.

Sensitive scalp treatment is designed to protect, soothe, and repair, creating a safe environment for future hair growth therapies when indicated.

This protocol is often used as:

  • a primary treatment for scalp discomfort
  • a preparatory phase before microneedling or growth protocols
  • supportive care for chronic inflammatory conditions

Sensitive Scalp & Anti-Inflammatory Treatment

The Sensitive Scalp protocol is closely associated with our Anti-Inflammatory Treatment, as both share the same clinical principle:

reduce inflammation → restore balance → protect the follicle environment.

In-Clinic Sensitive Scalp Treatment

Treatment is performed in-clinic and focuses on gentle, non-aggressive care, which may include:

Gentle scalp cleansing suitable for reactive skin

Calming and anti-inflammatory masks or clays

Use of specific soothing active ingredients (selected according to scalp response)

Micro Mist (ultrasonic vapor) to enhance hydration and penetration of calming actives

LED phototherapy (amber and/or blue), chosen according to inflammation level and sensitivity

Supportive therapeutic resources selected case-by-case

Finishing with a calming leave-on tonic, designed to remain on the scalp for several days

Each session is fully individualized, based on:

  • level of inflammation

  • pain or discomfort intensity

  • scalp oiliness or dryness

  • barrier integrity

The Role of LED Therapy in Sensitive Scalp Care

Light-based therapy plays an important role in managing scalp sensitivity:

  • Amber LED – supports barrier repair, calms redness, and reduces skin reactivity

  • Blue LED – may be used when inflammation or microbial imbalance is present

Light selection is always personalized, and intensity is adjusted to avoid overstimulation.

Maintenance, Home Care & Long-Term Balance

Sensitive scalp requires continuous and mindful care.

After assessment, a personalized home-care routine is recommended, which may include guidance such as:

  • avoiding mechanical irritation

  • not sleeping with wet hair

  • not tying hair while damp

  • thoroughly drying the scalp after washing

  • maintaining a scalp-friendly cleansing routine

Internal support may also be addressed when relevant, reinforcing that scalp sensitivity is often connected to systemic balance.

Why Treating Sensitivity Matters

Untreated scalp inflammation can interfere with:

Hair growth cycles

Follicle health

Treatment outcomes

By calming the scalp first, we create the foundation for safer, more effective long-term results.

Book a Trichology Consultation in Perth

Sensitive scalp deserves to be understood — not ignored.

If you are experiencing scalp discomfort, pain, burning, or reactivity, a trichology consultation allows us to assess your scalp health and define the most appropriate therapeutic approach.

Book your consultation and begin a personalized scalp-care journey.
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