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  환절기 두피·모발 관리법, 건조함과 가려움부터 모발 손상까지 예방하는 생활 습관 환절기 두피와 모발 관리가 중요한 이유 계절이 바뀌는 환절기에는 기온과 습도의 변화가 커지면서 피부뿐 아니라 두피와 모발에도 다양한 변화가 나타날 수 있습니다. 특히 가을에서 겨울로 넘어가는 시기에는 대기가 건조해지고 실내 난방을 사용하기 시작하면서 두피의 수분이 부족해지기 쉽습니다. 반대로 봄철에는 꽃가루, 미세먼지, 외부 환경 변화 등으로 두피에 불편함을 느끼는 경우도 있습니다. 두피는 모발이 자라는 바탕이 되는 피부 조직으로, 적절한 수분과 유분의 균형을 유지하는 것이 중요합니다. 두피가 지나치게 건조해지면 당김이나 가려움이 나타날 수 있으며, 각질이 눈에 띄게 증가하기도 합니다. 반면 피지 분비가 많거나 세정이 충분하지 않으면 두피가 답답하고 불쾌하게 느껴질 수 있습니다. 모발 역시 주변 환경의 영향을 받습니다. 습도가 낮아지면 모발이 쉽게 건조해지고 정전기가 발생하기 쉬우며, 반복적인 열기구 사용과 강한 마찰은 모발 표면의 손상을 증가시킬 수 있습니다. 특히 염색이나 펌을 자주 하는 경우에는 모발의 거칠어짐과 엉킴이 더욱 두드러질 수 있습니다. 따라서 환절기 두피·모발 관리의 핵심은 무조건 자주 씻거나 영양 제품을 많이 사용하는 것이 아닙니다. 자신의 두피 상태를 확인하고 적절한 세정, 보습, 생활 습관을 유지하는 것이 중요합니다. 지금부터 환절기에 실천하면 좋은 세 가지 관리 방법을 자세히 알아보겠습니다. 1. 두피의 수분과 유분 균형을 유지하는 올바른 세정 습관 환절기 두피 관리에서 가장 먼저 신경 써야 할 부분은 올바른 세정입니다. 두피는 피지와 땀, 각질 등이 자연스럽게 발생하는 부위이기 때문에 자신의 두피 상태와 활동량에 맞게 청결을 유지해야 합니다. 그러나 지나치게 뜨거운 물을 사용하거나 세정력이 강한 제품으로 반복해서 씻으면 두피가 건조해지고 자극을 받을 수 있습니다. 머리를 감을 때는 너무 뜨겁지 않은 미지근한 물을 사용하는 것이 좋습니다. 샴푸를...

수면 부족과 만성 스트레스가 모발 탈락에 영향을 줄 수 있을까요?

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  수면 부족과 만성 스트레스가 모발 탈락에 영향을 줄 수 있을까요? 잠을 제대로 자지 못한 날이 이어지고 스트레스가 쌓이면 베개나 빗에 붙은 머리카락까지 걱정스럽게 느껴질 수 있습니다.  만성 스트레스는 모발의 성장 주기에 영향을 주어 평소보다 많은 모발이 휴지기로 이동하는 ‘휴지기 탈락’의 원인이 될 수 있습니다.  이때 모발은 스트레스를 받은 즉시 빠지기보다 약 2~3개월 후 갑자기 많이 빠지는 것처럼 보일 수 있어 원인을 알아차리기 어렵습니다.  수면 부족과 탈모의 관계도 연구되고 있지만, 잠을 적게 잤다는 사실만으로 탈모가 발생한다고 단정할 수는 없습니다.  현재 연구는 수면 장애와 여러 탈모 유형이 함께 나타나는 경향을 보여주지만 직접적인 인과관계를 확정하기에는 근거가 제한적입니다.  다만 부족한 수면은 피로와 스트레스를 높이고 식사·운동·두피 관리 리듬을 무너뜨릴 수 있으므로 충분한 휴식을 확보하는 것은 전반적인 건강과 모발 관리에 중요합니다. 1. 스트레스 이후 머리카락이 많이 빠지는 이유 모발은 계속 자라는 것이 아니라 성장기와 퇴행기, 휴지기, 탈락기를 반복합니다.  심한 정신적 스트레스나 고열을 동반한 질환, 수술, 출산, 급격한 체중 감량처럼 몸에 큰 부담이 발생하면 성장 중이던 모발 일부가 휴지기로 이동할 수 있습니다.  이 모발들이 몇 달 후 비슷한 시기에 빠지면서 샴푸나 빗질을 할 때 탈락량이 갑자기 증가한 것처럼 보이는 현상이 휴지기 탈락입니다.  특정 부위만 비기보다 두피 전체에서 비교적 고르게 빠지는 경우가 많으며, 원인이 해소되면 시간이 지나면서 탈락량이 줄고 밀도가 회복되기도 합니다.  그러나 만성적인 스트레스가 계속되거나 영양 부족, 갑상선 문제, 약물 등의 원인이 함께 있다면 탈락이 오래 지속될 수 있습니다.  모든 모발 감소를 스트레스 탓으로 단정하지 말고 시작 시점과 최근 몇 달간의 건강 변화를 함께 살펴보는 것이 중요합니...

2026 충남 청년 전세대출 이자 지원 신청: 대상·기간·지원 비율

충청남도가 청년 주택임차보증금 이자 지원사업의 2026년 신규 신청자를 모집합니다. 주택도시기금 개인전세자금대출을 이용하는 무주택 청년이 이미 납부한 대출 이자의 일부를 지원받는 사업입니다. 아래 내용은 2026년 10월 13일 정부24 혜택알리미 상세정보와 충남청년포털의 충청남도 공고문을 대조해 확인했습니다. 신청 대상 공고일 현재 충청남도에 주소를 둔 만 19~39세 무주택 청년입니다. 출생일 기준으로는 1986년 1월 1일부터 2007년 12월 31일까지입니다. 주택도시기금의 버팀목전세자금대출(청년전용 포함), 신혼부부전용 전세자금대출, 신생아 특례 버팀목대출 중 하나를 이용 중이어야 합니다. 신생아 특례 버팀목대출 이용자는 부부합산 소득 1억 원 이하여야 합니다. 신청 기간과 방법 2026년 10월 12일 오전 9시부터 10월 26일 오후 6시까지 정부24의 보조금24에서 온라인으로 신청합니다. 마감 시각까지 최종 제출을 완료해야 유효합니다. 회원가입과 본인인증이 필요하며, 신청인·임차계약인·대출자는 동일인이어야 합니다. 지원 금액 선정되면 2026년 1월 이후 본인이 납부한 대출 이자의 30~50%를 지원받습니다. 차상위계층, 자립준비청년, 신혼부부 및 미성년 자녀가 있는 육아가구는 50%, 그 외 해당 청년은 30%입니다. 실제 지급액은 이자 납입액과 심사 결과에 따라 달라집니다. 연체 가산이자와 원금상환액은 지원 대상이 아닙니다. 신청 전 확인할 점 공고문은 지원 자격에 따라 제출할 증빙서류가 다르다고 안내합니다. 은행의 대출사실 확인서와 이자납입 확인서 등을 미리 준비하고, 다른 유사 지원사업과 중복 수혜가 가능한지 확인하세요. 자격을 갖춰도 우선순위에 따라 선정됩니다. 공식 출처 정부24 상세 페이지: https://plus.gov.kr/portal/benefitV2/benefitTotalSrvcList/benefitSrvcDtl?svcSeq=2190022&bnefType=all&svcId=644000000863 충남청년포털 공고...

잦은 염색과 펌으로 손상된 두피와 모발은 어떻게 회복해야 할까요?

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  잦은 염색과 펌으로 손상된 두피와 모발은 어떻게 회복해야 할까요? 염색과 펌은 원하는 색상과 스타일을 표현할 수 있지만 반복할수록 모발이 푸석해지고 잘 끊어지거나 두피가 예민해질 수 있습니다.  염색 과정에서는 색소가 들어가도록 모발 표면의 큐티클을 변화시키고, 탈색은 기존 색소를 빼기 위해 더 강한 화학적 처리를 사용합니다.  펌 역시 모발 내부의 결합 구조를 바꾸므로 시술 간격이 짧거나 탈색과 동시에 진행하면 손상이 누적되기 쉽습니다.  이미 자라난 모발은 살아 있는 조직이 아니기 때문에 손상된 부분을 원래 상태로 완전히 되돌릴 수는 없습니다.  다만 추가 시술과 고열 사용을 줄이고, 컨디셔닝과 부드러운 세정을 실천하면 수분 손실과 마찰, 끊어짐을 줄여 더 건강하게 보이도록 관리할 수 있습니다.  시술 중 심한 화끈거림이나 통증이 나타나면 참지 말고 즉시 약제를 씻어내야 하며, 시술 후 붓기·진물·물집·심한 가려움이 생기면 단순 손상보다 화학적 자극이나 알레르기 반응을 의심해야 합니다. 1. 염색제와 펌제가 두피·모발에 주는 자극 모발은 바깥쪽의 큐티클이 내부 구조를 보호하는데, 염색·탈색·펌을 반복하면 큐티클이 들뜨고 수분이 빠져나가 거칠고 엉키기 쉬운 상태가 될 수 있습니다.  자연 모발보다 훨씬 밝게 염색하려면 일반적으로 더 강한 산화 과정이 필요해 손상 가능성도 커집니다.  두피에서는 따가움과 건조함, 붉어짐이 나타날 수 있으며, 특정 염색 성분에 민감한 사람은 접촉성 피부염이나 알레르기 반응을 경험할 수 있습니다.  과거에 문제없이 사용한 제품도 반복 노출이나 성분 변경으로 반응이 생길 수 있으므로 매번 제품 설명에 따른 피부 시험을 하는 것이 중요합니다.  두피에 긁힌 상처나 염증, 햇볕 화상, 진물이 있다면 상태가 회복될 때까지 시술을 미뤄야 합니다.  시술 중 심한 따가움과 화끈거림이 지속되면 정상적인 반응으로 여기지 말고 즉시 충분히 헹군 뒤...

Scalp and Hair “Detox” Care Is Now Part of Everyday Life

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  Scalp and Hair “Detox” Care Is Now Part of Everyday Life Why Scalp and Hair “Detox” Care Should Become a Daily Habit Scalp and hair care should not be a temporary beauty routine that begins only after a problem develops. Daily washing, drying, brushing, eating habits, sleep, stress, and hairstyles accumulate over time, shaping the scalp environment and the condition of your hair. From a dermatological perspective, the scalp is living tissue continuous with facial skin, while each hair follicle is a complex miniature organ that cycles through growth and rest. To maintain healthy, full-looking hair over time, care should therefore become a sustainable daily habit rather than an occasional special treatment. 1. Scalp and Hair Care Does Not Produce Overnight Changes Hair cycles through growth, transition, and resting phases. On a healthy scalp, most follicles are in the growth phase. However, nutritional deficiencies, illness, childbirth, surgery, and severe stress can cause growing ...

The Inspiration Behind Choicell All-in-One Shampoo

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  The Inspiration Behind Choicell All-in-One Shampoo The development of Choicell All-in-One Shampoo began with a desire to put the health of our customers and their families first. Because cleansing products come into contact with the skin and scalp every day, we wanted to create a product that would reduce concerns about unnecessarily irritating ingredients and feel comfortable to use. People with sensitive skin and families with young children often examine ingredients and how a product feels carefully—even when choosing a shampoo. Understanding these concerns, we chose an all-in-one formula that could be used not only to wash hair, but also to cleanse the face and body. Reducing the inconvenience of preparing several separate products while providing gentle cleansing and comfort after use was a key development priority. We also considered practicality, making the product convenient for busy mornings and travel. Choisel All-in-One Shampoo is more than a product that combines seve...

Should You Shampoo Every Day? How Often Should You Wash Based on Your Scalp’s Condition?

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  Should You Shampoo Every Day? How Often Should You Wash Based on Your Scalp’s Condition? Do You Need to Shampoo Every Day? Many people wonder each morning whether to shampoo their hair or whether it is okay to skip a day. You may worry that your scalp will become dirty if you do not wash daily, or that frequent washing will damage your hair or make more of it fall out. However, there is no single washing schedule that suits everyone. Even when using the same shampoo, one person’s scalp may become greasy by evening, while another may feel dryness and tightness immediately after washing. Physical activity, sweating, the season, hair thickness, and curl pattern can also affect how often you need to wash. That is why it is important to first notice when your scalp becomes oily or uncomfortable . Observing how your scalp feels the day after washing over several days can help you find an interval that suits you. If you have dandruff or itching, check the products you use and how your s...

How Can You Dry Wet Hair with Less Damage?

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  How Can You Dry Wet Hair with Less Damage? After washing your hair, it is easy to focus only on drying it quickly as water drips from the strands. On busy mornings, you might rub your hair vigorously with a towel, immediately use hot air, or try to brush through all the tangles at once. However, wet hair requires gentler handling than dry hair, as even minor friction and pulling can cause damage. If your ends look particularly split, dry, or rough after drying, consider reviewing your drying habits rather than simply changing your shampoo. Reducing damage starts with changing the order in which you handle your hair, rather than buying special equipment. Absorb excess water with a towel, gently work through tangles starting at the ends, and avoid excessive heat when using a hair dryer. Straight and curly hair may be easier to detangle at different stages, so the same method does not need to apply to everyone. The time available for air-drying and each person’s daily environment al...

Should You Apply Conditioner to Your Scalp? How to Use It for Different Hair Types

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  Should You Apply Conditioner to Your Scalp? How to Use It for Different Hair Types After shampooing, you may wonder, “Would applying conditioner to my scalp make it more moisturized?” The main purpose of conditioner is to soften hair and make it easier to comb , especially when washing leaves it tangled. With a regular conditioner, the basic approach is to apply it to your hair according to its condition, rather than rubbing it into the scalp. If your hair is fine and straight or your scalp is oily, applying conditioner close to the roots can weigh your hair down and make it look greasy. Dry or curly hair, on the other hand, may remain tangled and dry higher up if conditioner is applied only to the ends. Distributing it evenly along the full length of the hair may help. Here, “the full length” does not mean applying it to the scalp skin . Even with the same product, the amount and application area can affect the results. Start by considering your hair’s thickness and where it fee...

Who Needs Hair Supplements? What to Check Before Taking Them

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  Who Needs Hair Supplements? What to Check Before Taking Them When your hair seems to be shedding more than usual or becoming thinner, hair supplements may be the first thing you look for. Product descriptions often list nutrients associated with hair health, such as biotin, zinc, and iron. This can make it seem as though taking several ingredients together will give you fuller hair. However, hair supplements are not a solution for every type of hair loss. Hair shedding has many possible causes, including nutritional deficiencies, genetics, childbirth, medical conditions, and medications. Taking supplements without identifying the cause may mean missing the care you actually need. On the other hand, healthcare professionals may recommend supplementation when a specific nutrient deficiency has been confirmed. More useful than advertising photos or testimonials are two questions: Do I have a nutrient deficiency, and what ingredients—and amounts—does this product contain? Supplement...

How Tight Hairstyles Affect Your Hair

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  How Tight Hairstyles Affect Your Hair Tying your hair back each morning is convenient. It keeps hair out of your face and looks tidy at work, which is why many people prefer ponytails or updos. However, if your scalp throbs or you feel pulling around your temples after letting your hair down, it may be time to reconsider how tightly you tie it. Repeatedly pulling your hair firmly in the same direction can place increasing strain on your scalp and hair. At first, you may notice only seemingly minor changes, such as soreness or short, broken strands. The hairline is particularly easy to check in a mirror, so compare it with how it usually looks. If your scalp hurts or stings after tying your hair, loosen the hair tie and wear your hair down whenever possible. However, reduced hair density is not necessarily caused by your styling habits. Hair loss has many possible causes. If an area looks noticeably sparse or the changes persist, see a dermatologist. The goal is not to avoid all t...

How Can You Tell Whether Your Scalp Is Oily, Dry, or Sensitive—and Should Your Care Routine Differ?

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How Can You Tell Whether Your Scalp Is Oily, Dry, or Sensitive—and Should Your Care Routine Differ? If your scalp quickly becomes greasy, feels tight after shampooing, or itches with even mild irritation, you may wonder what scalp type you have. Scalps are commonly described as oily, dry, or sensitive, but these are practical categories for care rather than distinct medical diagnoses. A scalp can produce excess oil while lacking moisture. An oily scalp may become sensitive because of inflammation, and a dry scalp can also have dandruff. Rather than relying on how your scalp feels on one occasion, observe how soon it becomes greasy after washing, the appearance and amount of flaking, and whether redness, stinging, or itching keeps returning. An oily scalp tends to develop greasiness, odor, and clumped strands relatively quickly. A dry scalp is more likely to feel tight and have fine flakes, while the hair may feel dry and rough. A sensitive scalp may develop burning, redness, and itchin...

If You Are Shedding More Hair Than Usual, Is It Temporary—or the Beginning of Hair Loss?

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  If You Are Shedding More Hair Than Usual, Is It Temporary—or the Beginning of Hair Loss? Finding more hair on your pillow in the morning or seeing strands collect in the drain after shampooing can make you worry that hair loss has begun. However, hair naturally sheds and regrows as it cycles through the growth, transition, and resting phases. The American Academy of Dermatology explains that shedding approximately 50–100 hairs a day is generally normal. However, daily hair counts alone cannot determine whether you have a hair loss condition. If you have not washed your hair for several days, accumulated shed hairs may become visible all at once, making the amount seem greater. What matters is whether shedding has suddenly increased compared with your usual pattern, whether your part is widening, whether density at the crown or hairline is decreasing, or whether bald patches have appeared. Several months after childbirth, a high fever, surgery, rapid weight loss, or severe stress,...

Why Does Your Scalp Hurt When You Press It or Move Your Hair?

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  Why Does Your Scalp Hurt When You Press It or Move Your Hair? Have you ever felt a stinging or throbbing sensation when brushing your hair, changing your part, or pressing the crown of your head with your fingertips? Although it may feel as though your hair hurts, the pain usually comes from the scalp beneath your hair . Even when described as “scalp pain,” the symptoms require different considerations depending on when, where, and how the pain occurs. If you feel a pulling pain only on days when you wear your hair tightly tied, tension from your hairstyle may be a factor. If a particular area has bumps or redness and hurts when touched, you should check the condition of the scalp skin. Your scalp may also feel burning or unusually sensitive to touch even when there are no visible changes. Scalp pain does not automatically mean hair loss, nor does it necessarily mean your shampoo is to blame. Start by reviewing how you tie your hair, any products you have recently changed, when t...

Can Frequent Perming and Coloring Contribute to Scalp Problems, Thinning Hair, and Hair Loss?

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  Can Frequent Perming and Coloring Contribute to Scalp Problems, Thinning Hair, and Hair Loss? Perming and coloring allow you to create different styles by changing your hair’s shape and color, but repeated treatments can put stress on your scalp and hair. Coloring and bleaching use chemicals to add pigment to the hair or remove its existing pigment, while perming changes the hair’s bond structure to create the desired shape. If these treatments are repeated too frequently or the chemicals are left on for too long, the cuticle—the hair’s outer protective layer—can become damaged. Hair may lose its shine, feel rougher, and develop more split ends and breakage. As more strands break, your hair may look thinner and less full, which can be mistaken for hair loss. When treatment chemicals touch the scalp, they can cause stinging, burning, redness, itching, and swelling. People who are allergic to certain ingredients may develop contact dermatitis. However, perming or coloring does not ...

Are All Scalp Flakes Dandruff? Causes and Care Tips

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  Are All Scalp Flakes Dandruff? Causes and Care Tips When white flakes fall onto your shoulders as you brush your hair, you may assume they are dandruff. However, not all scalp flakes have the same cause. Skin naturally sheds old cells as part of its renewal cycle. Flaking can become more noticeable when the scalp is excessively dry, oil and sweat build up, or products such as shampoo and hair dye cause irritation. Small, dry flakes accompanied by a tight-feeling scalp may be related to dryness. White or yellow flakes mixed with oil, along with itching and redness, may suggest dandruff or seborrheic dermatitis. Thick, silvery-white scales, oozing, pain, or patchy hair loss may require evaluation to distinguish conditions such as psoriasis or a scalp infection. Rather than scraping off visible flakes or repeatedly using strong scalp exfoliating products, start by observing their color, size, and oiliness, as well as any itching or redness. 1. How Do Dry Scalp Flakes Differ from Oil...

How Can You Manage Scalp Odor, Oiliness, and Excess Sebum?

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  How Can You Manage Scalp Odor, Oiliness, and Excess Sebum? If the hair at your crown looks flat and greasy or develops an odor by the afternoon—even after washing it in the morning—it may be time to review both your scalp’s oil production and your washing routine. Sebum, the natural oil produced by your scalp, helps protect your skin and hair from excessive dryness. It is not simply waste that needs to be completely removed. However, when sebum mixes with sweat, dead skin cells, dust, and hair product residue and remains on the scalp for too long, it can weigh down the roots and contribute to unpleasant odors. Repeatedly using harsh shampoos or scratching with your fingernails because your scalp feels oily can increase irritation and dryness. On the other hand, waiting too long between washes can allow oil and residue to build up. The key is to observe how quickly your scalp becomes oily and wash it gently at an appropriate frequency, rather than trying to eliminate all its natur...