Dry scalp

KITTYKOMP

So I went to get my hair cut last week and the hairdresser said I had a very dry scalp. Wasn't sure if this was code for dandruff!!

Anyway, she suggested a hair mask but it cost a fortune so I was wondering if anyone out there had any recommendations for any more affordable hair masks or if shampoo conditioner would work and again any suggestions?

Thanks

asajj

Kittykomp, I had this issue recently and after reading reviews for numerous products, I decided to try Head and Shoulders first as it was the cheapest option and is very easy to find. I'd suggest to give it a go.
It helped my hair from the first wash.

A.Penny.Saved

If it is dandruff which it sounds like it is then dandruff shampoos do not always work. Dandruff can be caused by either a bacteria which shampoos like head and shoulders can sometimes work for or it can be caused by a fungal infection of the scalp which H&S does nothing to solve.

Your hairdresser is saying dry scalp to try and prevent you from finding much cheaper solutions so they can make a healthy profit from you.

There are easier methods to eliminate dandruff but fungal forms are harder to eliminate because they spore and the spores can get everywhere such as on pillow cases and combs etc which makes re-infection very easy.

The all round solution could be reduced colloidal silver put in a finger pump spray and sprayed onto the scalp, preferably by someone else. Repeat this over a few days. I would not recommend ionic silver which in some circumstances can cause adverse effects.

Another potential solution is potassium iodide in a spray. This is different to lugols iodine which stains brown because PI is clear. It has effects against fungi and bacteria and can be purchased as white crystals which is mixed with distilled water and heated in a pyrex type jug. One final possible solution is borax powder which is quite cheap. This would only work for fungal forms and it would need to be used carefully and tested on the skin to make sure that there is no reaction. If there is no reaction, leave on the skin for 24 hours before using, then wash the scalp with a small quantity of a couple of tsp repeatedly when you wash your hair. I have not verified that this works but borax is quite effective against fungi. The other options are probably safer as I cannot say for certain that borax will not affect your skin but they are more difficult to use. Fungi are very resistant because of their spores.

I myself am using RCS against fungal dandruff and it has been fairly effective although I have not persisted with it or used it regularly enough so it is not yet 100% solved. It is better than it was because there is a lot less dandruff.

Lugols Iodine worked very well against athletes foot so potassium iodide, which I did not have at the time, might work without staining like lugols iodine does. You would not want brown marks all over your head so I do not recommend lugols. lol

donnac2558

It could be just a dry scalp, in which case stop using shampoos with SLS as a foaming agent.

It will dry you scalp out and sometimes make it itch. I remember thinking I had dandruff long ago even went to the doctor as none of the over the counter stuff was helping. He just told me no I did not have dandruff just my scalp was dry.

KITTYKOMP

Thanks everyone, that is very helpful information. I think i'll start off with Head and Shoulders as it seems like the easiest option for now.

Actually just seen that my shampoo has SLS so I'm going to try a SLS free shampoo and see how that goes.

Thanks again

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KITTYKOMP wrote: »

Thanks everyone, that is very helpful information. I think i'll start off with Head and Shoulders as it seems like the easiest option for now.

Actually just seen that my shampoo has SLS so I'm going to try a SLS free shampoo and see how that goes.

Thanks again

I wouldn't go down the Head and Shoulders route.
It works by stripping a layer of skin off your head. No top later of skin and it can't flake off, right?
So, you then think "Hey, this shampoo works!" But, when the layer of skin grows back, so will the dandruff (unless the underlying cause has been treated) and you will then have to use the head and shoulders again.

Head and Shoulders doesn't cure the problem.

If its fungal, you need to rid the fungus out of your body. Reduce sugars, carbs and eat more probiotics, fresh above ground veggies and take a couple of herbal supplements like oregano oil or grapefruit seed.

You can also use apple cider vinegar and aloe vera gel on your scalp. Or, aloe vera and borax.

If its dry scalp, it will go away on its own once you improve your diet.

OneYorkshireLass

E45 Shampoo. Large Boots stores sell it, or online. Only thing I've found that works.

kerri_gt

I have heard good things about the Lush shampoo range with its natural ingredients. I have quite a dry scalp but fine hair and when I'm feeling flush I splash out on some of their Jersey Bounce shampoo - even though its got sea salt in it I don't find it dries my scalp or hair.

coffeehound

I use a soap bar shampoo that is natural and SLS-free. It has been a big improvement on standard shampoos (including Neutrogena neutar). My scalp is much less dry and itchy.

It does leave your hair a bit rough so not so good for long hair. It helps to use a conditioner of some kind or some recommend a diluted cider vinegar rinse to smooth the hair and help with the cause as mentioned earlier in the thread.

unforeseen

Go ask a doctor?

OneYorkshireLass

I have also used this https://www.lovelula.com/products/purechimp-100-natural-super-shampoo-bar-handmade-in-the-uk-hair-care-80g
lovely scent of banana and it's very gentle.