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Dry scalp/Head
Hey so if anyone reads and answers this I will really appreciate it.
Basically, two years ago, I had little flaky dandruff (meaning that when i scratch my head, small small pieces of dandruff would fall off...I then started using dandruff shampoo for 6 weeks, and there was no difference, so I then switched to a different dandruff shampoo, once againt here was no difference. I then decided to use hydrating shampoo and conditioner ( $30) and still no difference. And it's still contiuning today.
Is there any lotion or something you can put on your head, without affecting your actual hair? And what type of shampoo and conditioner should I use. ( I have tried head and shoulders, and many other different brands.)
PS I don't want to ask my hairdresser...so yeah
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I found two definitions. Dendruff and dry scalp. You may have dry scalp since the dandruff shampoos dont work. There are solutions below
Dandruff: This is probably the most common (and most misidentified) scalp
problem out there. Dandruff is known medically as pityriasis and characterized by large
flakes of dead skin cells either on the scalp or in the hair, and is commonly seen having
fallen to the shoulders of the individual. Often, a person with dandruff may misinterpret
the condition as dry scalp, and vice versa. The difference is that dry scalp may result in
flakes of skin cells, but dandruff flakes are larger, often greasy or oily and are often
accompanied by redness, itchiness, and irritation of the scalp. Dandruff is believed to be
the result of an infection, and a good indication that you are suffering with dandruff is
that these greasy, oily flakes are accompanied by an odor.
Since it is an infection, it follows that dandruff is contagious. You should never
share your hair care utensils (combs, brushes, etc.) without properly disinfecting and
sanitizing them both before and after use. Also, make sure to rinse all shampoo and
conditioner products thoroughly from the hair when you use them. Improper rinsing
during the shampoo process will only exacerbate the problem of dandruff. Most mild
cases of dandruff can be treated using over-the-counter medicated shampoos and
conditioners, as well as antiseptic lotions for the scalp. However, in serious cases, where
there is excessive redness, itchiness, or bleeding or oozing of sebum caused by
scratching, you must see your physician. Left untreated, dandruff can lead to hair loss.
Dry Scalp: Dry scalp is another common issue that many people face, especially in
winter or in colder climates where you are moving in and out of heated areas frequently.
The skin of the scalp becomes tight and itchy and tiny flakes of dead skin are showered
by combing and brushing. Dry scalp conditions are often misidentified as dandruff, and
are treated as such, which can worsen the condition depending on the treatments used.
Fortunately, there are many products on the market today that are formulated to treat
both mild dandruff and dry scalp equally well, and will allow you to feel sure of handling
this sometimes confusing problem.
Common methods to treat dry scalp can include the application of deep
conditioning treatments, moisturizers and lotions for the scalp, scalp massage (to
stimulate circulation), application of a scalp steamer (or wrapping the head with warm
moist towels) and application of direct high-frequency current in a salon.
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