I'm at work so I can't get into a shower.
I just dyed my hair on Sat. My hair stylist said not to wash it for a couple days but it's been itchy ever since she dyed it. I hadn't washed it that day since I was getting it dyed & I thought she would. But I'm not so sure she did. I have never had dandruf (?) nor flakey scalp before so I have no idea WHAT the heck. Anyway is there something I can do here at work or in the bathroom unti I can get home & wash it with Head & Sholders?
2007-01-09 08:29:14 · 5 answers · asked by FireCrkR 2 in Health ➔ Alternative Medicine
You are very likely having an allergic reaction to the dye. Hair dye allergies are quite common. You should always put a bit of dye on your skin somewhere (exact directions are in the box of dye) to ensure that you are not allergic to that dye. Allergies can also develop over time, so it is important to always continue doing this test.
The following is from http://dermnetnz.org/dermatitis/paraphenylenediamine-allergy.html
"In acute severe cases of PPD hair dye dermatitis, wash the hair and scalp thoroughly with a mild soap or soapless shampoo to remove the excess dye. Apply a 2% hydrogen peroxide solution or compresses of potassium permanganate in a 1:5000 dilution to completely oxidise the PPD. To soothe, soften the crust and alleviate the tight feeling of the scalp, a wet dressing of cold olive oil and lime may be used. Further treatment with a topical application of an emulsion of water and water-miscible corticosteroid cream, or oral corticosteroids may be indicated."
2007-01-09 16:15:37 · answer #1 · answered by Zhuo Zi 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
FORGET HEAD & SHOULDERS...it's junk. I have been working with herbs for 5 years now and I would suggest that you get some tea tree oil. It is a little pricey, so if you don't have the money for it, I would suggest going for a good shampoo that has tea tree oil in it...like Paul Mitchell.
If you get junkie shampoo and conditioners like Head and Shoulders, they don't contain alcohol and dry out your scalp more that way you will buy more. You are better off getting a top shelf shampoo and conditioner, you might pay a little more, but it will solve the problem not prolong it.
2007-01-09 09:42:58 · answer #2 · answered by Jenn R 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes, if you have some vaseoline or neosporan and just put it on the itchy parts of your scalp. Not all in your hair or it will look oily. Unsented lotion may work. Good Luck! That really stinks.
2007-01-09 08:33:50 · answer #3 · answered by brandi from texas 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
SLS (sodium laureth/lauryl Sulfates) are known to cause scalp irritation and even hair loss! Almost all shampoos and toothpastes contain them.
2007-01-09 11:50:24 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
See a Dermatologist
2007-01-09 08:47:41 · answer #5 · answered by ewllita 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋