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Dandruff
I have a really bad dry scalp and I have tried so many different types of Shampoo's and Conditioner's
are there any at home remedies, that i could use or any moisturizers that would work, but here is the catch 22 My hair gets greasy really easily so I don't know of any product to fix this problem
any ideas?
thanks
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Try not using shampoo. Yes really.
But I dont mean not to wash it at all. Find a conditioner you like, and only wash your hair with conditioner.
Shampoos have very strong detergents in them. This strips the hair and scalp of oil. (And can also contribute to breakage and split ends.) The scalp in some places can become very dry, in other places, it tries like crazy to compensate by producing more oil. Leading to problems like yours.
When you first give up shampoo, expect a couple days or even a week of slightly oily hair. It is going to take a while for your scalp to realize it doesnt need to produce that much oil. But what you should see in a week or so, is much less dryness AND less oil.
Conditioner also has detergents, just much smaller amounts and gentler ones than regular shampoo has. Use it every day, just like you would shampoo, to keep down the dirt and oil.
Many women with really long hair also know this trick, although they do it to prevent breakage and split ends. The fact that it also is great for the scalp is a side benefit.
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Hi, Try reading this site for your scalp: [Link](Mouse over link to see full location)
It has a ton of pointers.
As for the greasy part, try rubbing some baby powder or cornstarch in the roots of your hair after treating your scalp, then just shake it out. It is really simple and the best part is that you do not have to wash it out! Simply shake it out, it will soak up the greasy-ness.
OR you could try an alcohol/isopropyl based astringent on your roots, a little goes a long way. Whatever you do, do not brush it more than necessary, for it stimulates the oil glands and creates more oil.
I hope this works for you :)
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