Most scabs on the scalp aren’t cause for concern. They may be caused by exposure to an irritant or a mild skin condition, and either heal on their own or with over-the-counter (OTC) treatments.

"There must be a break in the top layer of skin in order for the formation of a scab to be triggered." As for what types of blemishes are more prone to scabbing, Dr. Gohara says that deep ...