Itchy scalp is a year-round problem, but intensifies with environmental and emotional stress.
Ranging from the harsher elements of weather to wearing a wool hat, the skin on the scalp falls prey to the various environmental stresses of the cold weather season. Yet, emotions can also play a role, with stress from work, family, health or financial issues being suspected culprits when certain scalp conditions worsen. Scalp itch is quite a common occurrence in both men and women of all ages, especially during the colder months. In fact, one out of five Americans suffer from an itchy scalp. As common a problem as scalp itch is, those who are most affected by it are people who suffer from inflammatory skin conditions, such as seborrheic dermatitis or psoriasis.