Scalp
noun
The skin covering the top of your head where hair grows.
She runs her fingers through her hair, massaging her scalp.
Often appears as...
- massage the scalp
- dry scalp
verb
To sell something at a higher price than its original cost, especially tickets.
He tried to scalp tickets outside the concert.
Often appears as...
- scalp tickets
- scalp merchandise
Usage tips
Informal, Disapproving
Colloquial
verb
To cut or tear the scalp from the head, usually during battle.
In some ancient cultures, warriors would scalp their defeated enemies.
Often appears as...
- scalp enemies
- scalp victims
Usage tips
Disapproving
Historical
noun
The skin covering the top of your head where hair grows.
She runs her fingers through her hair, massaging her scalp.
Often appears as...
- massage the scalp
- dry scalp
verb
To sell something at a higher price than its original cost, especially tickets.
He tried to scalp tickets outside the concert.
Often appears as...
- scalp tickets
- scalp merchandise
Usage tips
Informal, Disapproving
Colloquial
verb
To cut or tear the scalp from the head, usually during battle.
In some ancient cultures, warriors would scalp their defeated enemies.
Often appears as...
- scalp enemies
- scalp victims
Usage tips
Disapproving
Historical
Definition 1 of 3
Pro Tip 1/3Anatomy Term
Scalp refers to a specific area of the body's skin, crucial for English in medical or beauty contexts.
The shampoo is designed to nourish the scalp.
Pro Tip 2/3Healthy Scalp
A healthy scalp supports hair growth, commonly discussed in hair care and health.
Eating a balanced diet contributes to a healthy scalp.
Pro Tip 3/3Problematic Scalp
Conditions like dandruff or psoriasis can be discussed as scalp problems, often in personal care.
She bought medicated oil for her itchy scalp.
Pro Tip 1/3Anatomy Term
Scalp refers to a specific area of the body's skin, crucial for English in medical or beauty contexts.
The shampoo is designed to nourish the scalp.
Pro Tip 2/3Healthy Scalp
A healthy scalp supports hair growth, commonly discussed in hair care and health.
Eating a balanced diet contributes to a healthy scalp.
Pro Tip 3/3Problematic Scalp
Conditions like dandruff or psoriasis can be discussed as scalp problems, often in personal care.
She bought medicated oil for her itchy scalp.
Pro Tip 1/3Anatomy Term
Scalp refers to a specific area of the body's skin, crucial for English in medical or beauty contexts.
The shampoo is designed to nourish the scalp.
Pro Tip 2/3Healthy Scalp
A healthy scalp supports hair growth, commonly discussed in hair care and health.
Eating a balanced diet contributes to a healthy scalp.
Pro Tip 3/3Problematic Scalp
Conditions like dandruff or psoriasis can be discussed as scalp problems, often in personal care.
She bought medicated oil for her itchy scalp.
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The unexpected tool to...
scalp and then when when the hair had grown back out they would send them across enemy lines and when they were searched by the enemy they couldn't find anything but when they arrived at the correct recipients they shaved their head again to reveal the message and in peacetime and wore it has always been important to people to be able to
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Why do we have hair in...
It seems that there are unique uses for hair in different parts of our bodies. When it comes to the tops of our heads, temperature regulation likely played a part again. Since early humans began venturing into the open, their heads would’ve been exposed to the scorching sun. Thicker, longer-growing hair protects our sensitive scalps
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What causes dandruff,...
Exactly why is unclear. Do people with dandruff have a certain genetic predisposition? Is their skin barrier more permeable? Scientists are currently investigating if people with dandruff do, in fact, lose more water through their scalps, and whether this is what’s leading their skin cells to proliferate.
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Jenna C. Lester: Why...
And any treatment regimen focused on taking care of the hair and scalp should reflect this important understanding. My work at the Skin of Color program, as well as the work of similar programs across the country, demonstrate the importance of creating a dedicated educational environment
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What we don't teach kids...
So we dug a hole and I covered her in sand and shells and drew this little mermaid tail. And then I took her home and lathered her up in the shower and massaged her scalp and I dried her off in a towel. And I thought, "Ah. How many times had I done that --
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How to truly listen PIPE...
And I said, "Well, I think I do too, but I also hear it through my hands, through my arms, cheekbones, my scalp, my tummy, my chest, my legs and so on." And so we began our lessons every single time
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The brain benefits of...
We now know that generally speaking, there are three stages of light sleep, rapid eye movement or REM and deep sleep. We measure these stages by connecting electrodes to the scalp, chin and chest.
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Chimpanzee Gets A Hair...
oh you're going anywhere nice on your holidays not sure really we're waiting to hear about dave's promotion oh wow well forget supposed to be nice now you got quite a dry scalp do you condition
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"It Really Wasn't the...
prepared that time and that time she just kind of bit my scalp and tried to claw through my back and then and she left I laid there for a few more seconds and
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Don’t Get Suckered by a...
first off make sure that buying scalped tickets is legal in your city or state otherwise you risk getting a costly fine instead of a front row seat next only
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The unexpected tool to...
scalp and then when when the hair had grown back out they would send them across enemy lines and when they were searched by the enemy they couldn't find anything but when they arrived at the correct recipients they shaved their head again to reveal the message and in peacetime and wore it has always been important to people to be able to
Video examples
Why do we have hair in...
It seems that there are unique uses for hair in different parts of our bodies. When it comes to the tops of our heads, temperature regulation likely played a part again. Since early humans began venturing into the open, their heads would’ve been exposed to the scorching sun. Thicker, longer-growing hair protects our sensitive scalps
Video examples
What causes dandruff,...
Exactly why is unclear. Do people with dandruff have a certain genetic predisposition? Is their skin barrier more permeable? Scientists are currently investigating if people with dandruff do, in fact, lose more water through their scalps, and whether this is what’s leading their skin cells to proliferate.
Video examples
Jenna C. Lester: Why...
And any treatment regimen focused on taking care of the hair and scalp should reflect this important understanding. My work at the Skin of Color program, as well as the work of similar programs across the country, demonstrate the importance of creating a dedicated educational environment
Video examples
What we don't teach kids...
So we dug a hole and I covered her in sand and shells and drew this little mermaid tail. And then I took her home and lathered her up in the shower and massaged her scalp and I dried her off in a towel. And I thought, "Ah. How many times had I done that --
Video examples
How to truly listen PIPE...
And I said, "Well, I think I do too, but I also hear it through my hands, through my arms, cheekbones, my scalp, my tummy, my chest, my legs and so on." And so we began our lessons every single time
Video examples
The brain benefits of...
We now know that generally speaking, there are three stages of light sleep, rapid eye movement or REM and deep sleep. We measure these stages by connecting electrodes to the scalp, chin and chest.
Video examples
Chimpanzee Gets A Hair...
oh you're going anywhere nice on your holidays not sure really we're waiting to hear about dave's promotion oh wow well forget supposed to be nice now you got quite a dry scalp do you condition
Video examples
"It Really Wasn't the...
prepared that time and that time she just kind of bit my scalp and tried to claw through my back and then and she left I laid there for a few more seconds and
Video examples
Don’t Get Suckered by a...
first off make sure that buying scalped tickets is legal in your city or state otherwise you risk getting a costly fine instead of a front row seat next only
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Pedro Pascal
Chilean Actor
I just went to your typical public schools, and my dad would take us to the movies every week, or he'd buy scalped tickets to San Antonio Spurs games. I remember I was four or five years old and my parents, who were very young, took us to see The Police in Austin, and Iggy Pop opened.
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A'Lelia Bundles
American Journalist
So Madam C.J. Walker's Wonderful Hair Grower, when applied after shampooing the hair more frequently, allowed women's scalp to be healthier and their hair to grow back. That was her most popular product.
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Kunal Khemu
Indian Actor
Onion juice and peel applied to the face and scalp is a great natural detoxifier. I followed it for some time but it kills your social life! You can say I didn't find it very a-peeling.
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Ricky Schroder
American Actor
In the John Wayne movies, the Indians were savages that were trying to scalp you. That culture has really suffered because of the stereotype you see in those westerns.
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Buffalo Bill
American Celebrity
On reaching the place where the Indians had surprised us, we found the bodies of the three men whom they had killed and scalped, and literally cut into pieces.
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Trey Songz
American Musician
I like hair each and every way. I like to give scalp massages - to pull and tug on it. But my favorite style is long, real hair in a dusty blonde-brown color.
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Doris Day
American Actress
I always feel a rise in my scalp or in the backs of my wrists when something is special, whether it be a song or a man.
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Dule Hill
American Actor
I could spend a whole day at a spa. I'd get a facial, a scalp rub, massages, then eat some grapes and be good to go.
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Graeme Souness
Scottish Athlete
United have always been a big scalp to take, no matter where they are in the league.
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Tony Kanal
As far as scalping goes, I don't think you'll ever be able to eliminate it.
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Pedro Pascal
Chilean Actor
I just went to your typical public schools, and my dad would take us to the movies every week, or he'd buy scalped tickets to San Antonio Spurs games. I remember I was four or five years old and my parents, who were very young, took us to see The Police in Austin, and Iggy Pop opened.
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A'Lelia Bundles
American Journalist
So Madam C.J. Walker's Wonderful Hair Grower, when applied after shampooing the hair more frequently, allowed women's scalp to be healthier and their hair to grow back. That was her most popular product.
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Kunal Khemu
Indian Actor
Onion juice and peel applied to the face and scalp is a great natural detoxifier. I followed it for some time but it kills your social life! You can say I didn't find it very a-peeling.
Quote examples
Ricky Schroder
American Actor
In the John Wayne movies, the Indians were savages that were trying to scalp you. That culture has really suffered because of the stereotype you see in those westerns.
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Buffalo Bill
American Celebrity
On reaching the place where the Indians had surprised us, we found the bodies of the three men whom they had killed and scalped, and literally cut into pieces.
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Trey Songz
American Musician
I like hair each and every way. I like to give scalp massages - to pull and tug on it. But my favorite style is long, real hair in a dusty blonde-brown color.
Quote examples
Doris Day
American Actress
I always feel a rise in my scalp or in the backs of my wrists when something is special, whether it be a song or a man.
Quote examples
Dule Hill
American Actor
I could spend a whole day at a spa. I'd get a facial, a scalp rub, massages, then eat some grapes and be good to go.
Quote examples
Graeme Souness
Scottish Athlete
United have always been a big scalp to take, no matter where they are in the league.
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Tony Kanal
As far as scalping goes, I don't think you'll ever be able to eliminate it.
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