Hard Matted Hair Knots Are Like Painful Foot Calluses

 

 

It may seem strange, but it makes sense.  Matted hair is like a foot callus.

They are both similar in so many ways.  Not only are they both eye soars- one to the head and the other to the foot.

They are both so painful.  The callus tightens on the bottom of the foot.  Matted tangled hair tightens on the scalp and pulls on the scalp.  

You can get headaches and can not sleep.  Calluses can be so painful you can't walk or wear certain shoes. 

A callus Is nature’s way of protecting the skin from damage and infection. Complete removal of a callus is a medical procedure that should not be performed in the nail salon. 

Matted tangled hair can be a consequence salon mistakes or many emotional and depressing issues in the life.  Matted hair Dematting and Detangling services should not be performed by medical personnel.

A callus gets worse as time goes on-if untreated; so does matted tangled hair.  

What is a callus filled with?

The formation of a callus is caused by an accumulation of dead skin cells that harden and thicken over an area of the foot.  Calluses (Keratoderma).  Keratoderma is the medical term used to describe thick calluses on the bottom of the feet and on the palms of the hands. 

The medical term for matted hair is plica neuropathica or plica polonica. These terms refer to a condition where hair becomes tangled and intertwined, forming a solid, matted mass. Other terms used to describe this condition include "bird's nest hair," "felted hair," or "acute hair matting"

What is matted hair filled with?

The formation of a matted tangled hair clump is filled with balls and webs of dry hair rolled on itself-into knots.

A callus is a thickened area of skin that forms in response to repeated friction or pressure, serving as a protective layer against irritation or damage, most commonly found on the feet or hands. 

Matted hair is a thickened area of hair that forms in response to uncombed hair, repeated rolling, friction on certain areas of hair, serving as a protective layer on top of the scalp against irritation.

·                What they are:

Calluses are essentially hard, thick patches of skin that develop when the outer layer of skin thickens to protect the underlying bone and tissue. 

·                Where they occur:

They often appear on areas of the body that experience frequent pressure or friction, such as the heels, balls of the feet, palms, and knees. 

·                Causes:

Repeated friction or pressure on the skin is the primary cause of callus formation. 

·              Appearance:

Calluses can appear as yellowish, flat, hard layers of dead skin, and may be less sensitive to the touch than surrounding skin. 

·                Corns:

While calluses are larger and more spread out, corns are a type of small, cone-shaped callus that can be painful, especially when pressed. 

·               Symptoms:

Calluses are often painless, but if they become large or cause discomfort, they can be a nuisance. 

·                Treatment:

In most cases, calluses are harmless and can be managed with home remedies like soaking the affected area in warm water and using a pumice stone or file to gently reduce the thickness. 

·                When to seek medical advice:

If a callus becomes painful, infected, or causes other complications, it's important to seek medical advice. 

If matted hair becomes painful, itchy, or causes other complications.  It is crucial to seek professional hair detanglers.

Corns and calluses are both thickened areas of skin, but corns are smaller, deeper, and typically found on the top or sides of toes, while calluses are larger, flatter, and often develop on the bottom of the foot or hands in response to pressure or friction. 

Here's a more detailed explanation:

·                 What they are:

Both corns and calluses are a natural defense mechanism of the skin, forming as a response to repeated pressure or friction. 

·                Location:

·                  Corns: Tend to form on the top or sides of toes, often on bony areas. 

               Calluses: Typically develop on areas of the foot that experience constant pressure, such as the heels or balls 

                                                    of the feet, or on the hands.      

        ·         Appearance:

·                Corns: Can be hard or soft, with a hard core surrounded by inflamed skin. They can be painful when pressure  is applied. 

·                Calluses: Are usually painless unless subjected to continued pressure or friction, and appear as thick,  dry patches of skin. 

·                 Causes:

·                 Both: Repeated pressure or friction, often from ill-fitting shoes or repetitive activities. 

·                 Corns: Can also be caused by bunions or hammertoes. 

·                 Treatment:

·                 

Both:       Can be treated by soaking the area in warm water, gently removing thickened skin with a pumice stone or                           emery board, and applying moisturizing creams. 

·                  Both: Wearing properly sized and shaped footwear, and avoiding activities that cause excessive pressure  

                          or friction can help prevent them. 

·                     Corns: May require professional treatment, such as cutting away the core of the corn, especially if they

                      are painful or causing problems. 

Causes Of Matted Hair

Dirt, sweat, and not combing can cause matted hair. It can also result from using certain hair products or techniques, contributing to tangles and knots like too much styling or hair sprays.   

People don't know that Matted hair can also be a symptom of underlying health issues, such as Plica neuropathica AKA polonica, which can affect the hair's natural texture and moisture levels. In these cases, matted hair results from a medical condition, not a lack of personal hygiene.   Another misconception is that people with matted hair have a foul smell because the foul smell can happen due to your bad soap, shampoo or conditioner. There is nothing to link with matted hair or critics someone that is not neat, lazy or careless.

 

How To Detangle Matted Hair

 Here are some different ways we are going to mention that you can use to detangle your matted hair recommended by tangle hair experts:

1.  Take Down Remover Detangler Cream

Using A Pin-Tail Comb For Detangling

To use the detangler cream: 

1.    Start by applying  large amount to the hair in sections.

2.    Use your fingers and pin tail comb to work the product through the matted tangles, starting at the ends of the hair and working your way up to the roots.

3.    Be patient and take your time, as detangling matted hair can be time-consuming.

 

Once you have worked the detangler cream through the matted tangles, wait for some time and then wash your hair.

 Make sure to use very warm water and gently rinse remove take down remover cream from your hair. Then shampoo Keep in mind, With patience, you can effectively detangle matted hair and return to your original, great-looking, healthy hair.

 This will help to soften the hair, making it easier to detangle with the comb. Then, use the comb or brush to gently work through the tangles, starting at the ends of the hair and working your way up to the roots.  It's important to be patient and take your time when detangling matted hair, as rushing can cause pain and damage to the hair.  While using a brush, try not to hurry and do it as gently as you can because if you do it faster, like we use a comb in normal hair, this may damage your hair. However, you can also use your fingers to work with your comb/brush in this process.