Natural and home remedies for dandruff and scalp problems.
Archive for November, 2009
I have dry, flaky skin on my scalp, where the hair meets the forehead?
Nov 26th
Zzzonkout asked:
I only get it in the Fall and Winter. It doesn’t itch. It’s right where the hairline meets my forehead, and sometimes in the area around my ears. It basically looks like dry skin. If I put actual lotion on it, it looks better. But I’m sick of how dull my hair looks because of it. I use a special comb to loosen up the skin and it comes off in tiny flakes. I’m not even sure, it might be all over my scalp but all I can see is my forehead so I don’t know! I’m always subconscious about it and I hate looking in the mirror a million times to check if I’m flaking.
I only get it in the Fall and Winter. It doesn’t itch. It’s right where the hairline meets my forehead, and sometimes in the area around my ears. It basically looks like dry skin. If I put actual lotion on it, it looks better. But I’m sick of how dull my hair looks because of it. I use a special comb to loosen up the skin and it comes off in tiny flakes. I’m not even sure, it might be all over my scalp but all I can see is my forehead so I don’t know! I’m always subconscious about it and I hate looking in the mirror a million times to check if I’m flaking.
I’ve tried tar shampoos. Head ‘n Shoulders. Denorex. Dermesest medicated scalp treatment for psoriasis- #1 recommended)…what can I do??
Thank you for your help.
Hi, Sierra- I already do put face lotion on the scalp, which makes the flakes disappear, but it makes my hair so flat and dull, I wish there was a way I could permanently stop it from happening.
Bezzy- thank you! I do wear my hair pulled back a lot, in a messy ponytail, especially at night, so I will cut back. I wish I knew how to put it in a loose braid or something!
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What are the causes and does anyone have any good remedies for dandruff?
Nov 26th
Michalilly asked:
I went through an enormous amount of stress in the past four years. I have the stress levels under control now, but I have severe dandruff. I have used Tea tree oil, Head and Shoulders and the Tar shampoo. Does anyone have any suggestions?
I went through an enormous amount of stress in the past four years. I have the stress levels under control now, but I have severe dandruff. I have used Tea tree oil, Head and Shoulders and the Tar shampoo. Does anyone have any suggestions?
Could the cause (besides stress) be something I am eating?
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Dandruff Remedy
Nov 25th
Joseph T Morris asked:
If you have been looking for a dandruff remedy, then you are certainly not the only one. As a matter of fact, dandruff is one of the most common problems that can be easily solved by following some natural remedies. It looks quite gross and unattractive to scratch the hair and then see some dirty snow flakes coming down. Dark colored clothes are a big no for such people, as it will be easily visible.
If you are interested in trying any of the natural remedies that are available today, then you should always consider with an open mind. You have the option of going in for remedies such as cider vinegar, apple vinegar and last but not the least oil extracted from the tea tree. The oil from the tea tree can be used for curing a lot of ailments. You can also make use of a lot of products which are available in the vicinity of your own home such as milk, jelly, eggs, etc. The apple vinegar can be put in the bottle and sprayed on you head, this can be done a few times within a week and you will be surprised with the results.
If treated properly, dandruff can easily be cured. It is not a big problem, although it is one of the most common problems people face. With the use of dandruff remedy, you can get rid of the stubborn dandruff and can you can wear your lovely dark colored outfit without worrying anymore.
Dry Scalp, What Causes Dry Scalp Conditions And What You Can Do To Soothe & Moisturize A Dry Scalp
Nov 18th
Mia Wadsworth asked:
You rarely come across anyone who has the skin that has the perfect balance of oils. It is either excessively oily skin or dry skin. Most people, unfortunately, are cursed with the latter. We come across hundreds of products to take care of this problem of dry scalp and skin, and we fall prey to the advertising campaign to buy and use these products. Do we ever think of what goes into these products? On the other hand, do we pay any attention about the effect these chemicals and oils have on our skin?
Dry scalp problems are mostly seen in those with dry skin. Itchy scalp and dandruff are the immediate problems associated with excessive drying of scalp. Further worsening of this condition results in inflammation and sores of the scalp and lesions. If not attended to properly, then these can flare into much worse situations that might require long-term medications.
The dryness is caused by the stripping of natural oils from our body. Various causes attribute to this, some of which are:
• Pollution
• Exhaust smoke
• Hard water
• Toxins in Cosmetics / shampoo
• Bad eating habits
We cannot do anything to change the environmental conditions, which also include the quality of water available in your area, but you can definitely change your eating habits and your choice of cosmetics. The ones with Sodium lauryl sulfate, Sodium beryl sulfate, and Sodium laureth sulphate are definitely to be avoided, especially those products containing SLS. SLS is known to cause many different disorders if a person is exposed to it in large amounts.
Moisturizing your dry scalp is the solution to many a problem like itchy and flaky scalp. There are many home remedies available to relieve you from various scalp conditions. Natural oils and moisturizers act on the scalp, restore the oil content, and reverse the damage caused by SLS and such harmful chemicals. Many of the natural oils like Lavender, German Chamomile and Eucalyptus Oils along with neem oil do wonders in moisturizing dry itchy scalp. Some of these oils like the neem oil also act as antiseptic.
The pollutants and harmful toxins in the air and water are not going to go away, so you have to work on a regular basis to maintain a healthy hair and scalp. Use mild natural oils and lotions to constantly rejuvenate the scalp and prevent it from being stripped of the natural goodness that we are all born with.
Some oils that are beneficial for dry scalp are listed below:
Jojoba: Is excellent as a scalp moisturiser and helps to rebalance sebum.
Chamomile: Fine to normal hair … gives golden highlights
Lemon: Oily hair … Gives golden highlights; treatment for dry scalp, dandruff, lice, and underactive sebaceous glands
Myrrh: Dry hair … Treatment for dry scalp, dandruff, lice, and underactive sebaceous glands
Peppermint: Dry hair … Promotes hair growth
Rose: Fine hair … Soothes scalp
Unrefined Virgin Coconut Oil: Itchy Scalp, Dry Scalp
Tea tree: Oily hair … Treatment for dry scalp, dandruff, lice, and underactive sebaceous glands
Ylang-ylang: Oily hair … Dandruff treatment
Neem: … a wonder oil from India. Neem is amazing for all of the wonderful “stuff” it does. It’s also derived from a type of tree bark. Neem is an effective fungicide and insecticide (great for head lice when used with geranium, rosemary, lavender and eucalyptus oils). In clinical studies Neem extracts and oil were found to be as effective as coal tar and cortisone in treating psoriasis with none of the usual side effects accompanying the use of Neem as there was with Coal tar and cortisone.
Neem extracts and oil removes redness and itching when applied directly to your scalp…and it’s a great skin conditioner.
The best part of knowing that there are alternatives is that you can have mix these into super powerful blends like a super moisture boosting home remedy for dry scalp. Dry can be dealt with fast and permanently without spending a ton on hair products:
There are hundreds of ideas that are excellent scalp treatments from dandruff to scalp infections like scalp sores & psoriasis. These remedies combined with the knowledge of what causes itchy scalp and other scalp conditions will enable you to be free from itching, dryness and allow you to grow fabulously thick, shiny beautiful hair also…..so have fun experimenting and “luxuriating” by giving your hair a treat using the many natural gifts from nature that are right under our noses! There are also many natural shampoos that so not use these ingredients and do wonders for your hair such as Akin shampoo.
The Best Anti-Dandruff Shampoo For Flakes and Itching
Nov 13th
Tim Faber asked:
Interestingly, the two primary causes of flaking and itchy scalp are excessive oil in the scalp and chronic dryness. Both lead to itching, sores, flakes, and even localized thinning. The best anti-dandruff shampoos address regulating oil while soothing the scalp and reducing dryness.
Are you scared to wear black because of the snow-flake like dandruff scattered across your shoulders? Are you fed up and embarrassed by the constant itchiness of your scalp? Have you given up trying to get rid of your dandruff? Well, don’t give up hope, you can use the best anti-dandruff shampoo for flakes and itching, and dandruff will be a thing of the past for you.
Flakes and itching usually caused by oil, toxins, pollutants and harsh hair care products that have been deposited on the scalp over a period of time. Malfunctioning sebaceous glands too sometimes produce an excess of oil which result in dry, flaking, itchy scalp and greasiness. All these factors not only cause discomfort but make your hair look terrible as well. You would then obviously have to use the best anti-dandruff shampoo to solve your flaking problem.
Eliminate the causes, keep your hair scrupulously clean and ensure that you use the best anti-dandruff productsyou can find. Do keep in mind that an oily scalp traps dirt and clogs pores which in turn inflame scalp tissue and can aggravate scaling. Under these circumstances, it would be advisable to use a totally natural remedy.
The Ideal Anti-Dandruff Shampoo
The most effective shampoo has the ability to eliminate pollutants and reduce flaky scalp and white flakes. It should be able to break down the presence of bad oils in the scalp without stripping your hair of its natural oils. The presence of Zinc PCA, which is a naturally derived compound used for the regulation of oil production by the sebaceous glands is highly beneficial and breaks down cholesterol that often leads to flaky scalp.
Get rid of the irritation and inflammation in the scalp. Alleviation of the causes will help to eliminate symptoms in the future and restore the scalp to its original health. Avoid shampoos that cleanse harshly and irritate the scalp, and those that contain preservatives.
So you don’t have to despair over flaking, clogged pores, or itching, you essentially have to get the best cleanser which will work gently and effectively on your scalp. Simply follow the directions and your hair will be on the road to recovery.