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Dermatologist · Dermatology
Rubbing nails on your scalp has been a controversial subject for some time. In a study conducted by the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), researchers found that those who prefer to rub their fingernails against their scalp felt significantly more relieved from itching and tingling symptoms than those who didn’t use this practice. Although rubbing your nails against the scalp can help alleviate some symptoms of hair problems, it is not recommended as a long-term solution to any hair-related issues due to potential risks associated with this practice.
One such risk is that of contact dermatitis, which occurs when harsh friction causes an inflammatory reaction in the skin resulting in redness, swelling and itchiness. Additionally, if done too vigorously or too frequently there may be damage to both your nail plate and surrounding skin tissue leading to infection.
It is also important to note that rubbing one's nails on their scalp should only be used under professional supervision and guidance; self-treatment can lead to further irritation of the area or even cause new problems such as alopecia areata (scarring hair loss) if not done properly. Therefore it is best left up to professionals with sufficient knowledge in dermatology or medical care for correct advice on how best proceed with treatment options available for individual cases depending upon severity of issue at hand as well personal preference which must be taken into account while providing solutions/recommendations given varying sensitivities skins possess from person person making each situation unique requiring tailored solutions purely based off needs assessment following consultation by qualified practitioner familiar conditions being treated..