Dandruff Cure, Natural? Herbal? Deficiency in what vitamins/minerals/oils??

Question

Trying to find the natural remedy for dandruff (NO i dont want to know about anti dandruff shampoos, they cause hair loss later on) I want to know if anyone knows what the BODY is lacking that creates dandruff.

Answer 1

Dandruff is usually caused by skin micro-organisms (most specifically Malassezia yeasts). Rarely dandruff can be a manifestation of an allergic reaction to chemicals in Hair Gels/Sprays,HairOils and sometimes even dandruff medications like ketoconazole.

There have been many strategies for the control of dandruff. Simply increasing shampooing will remove flakes. However, elimination of the fungus results in dramatic improvement. Regular shampooing with an anti-fungal product will not only treat but prevent recurrence. The most effective over-the-counter product (in the U.S.) is Nizoral (ketoconozole). As mentioned as above, in some folks it can cause more flaking as a side effect, but this is very rare with the OTC product. Nizoral is also available as a higher strength prescription product.

Some of the older products are effective as well - Selsun Blue and Head-and-Shoulders are commonly used and help many people.

If the flaking is caused by dry skin, hair oils (applied to the scalp) may help. If itching is intense try the OTC Scalpicin Lotion or if very severe use an OTC antihistamine such as Claritin or Benadryl for temporary relieve.

I hope this helps, be well.

Rick the Pharmacist

Answer 2

It is not really what your body is lacking most of the time. The chemicals in water cause dry scalp and dandruff. What you need is a water purifier for your shower, bath. The best ones and one that helped my dandruff and dry skin on the elbows, knees, and ankles, can be found on the web site I am leaving you. Hope you get the help you need.

Answer 3

Dandruff is a fungus.Probiotics and garlic is a start.No sugar in your diet.Poor diet is very common we don't eat right.When you clean up digestive tract you will still need something for your head.Yes,head shoulders kills it they know what it is.A good tea tree shampoo will help.Get the book called The yeast connection by Dr.Crook.Once your balanced you wont need a shampoo.

Answer 4

Homeopathic Treatment for Dandruff :-

Dandruff with itching of scalp and headache; worse bathing with hot water Lycopodium 30X or 200, 4 hourly(3 Doses)

When the whole scalp is covered with dandruff and hair falls in large bunches Phosphorus 30X or 200, 4 hourly (3 Doses)

Dandruff with itching of scalp; hair dry, crispy Medorrhinum 200 or 1M fortnightly (3)

Dandruff with intolerable itching; scalp sensitive; dry scales Arsenic Alb.30X 4 hourly

Dandruff white; scaly; hair dry, falls out;worse damp, humid atmosphere Thuja Oc 200 or 1M weekly (6 Doses)

Dandruff worse margins of scalp; oily, greasy skin and scalp Natrum mur.12X or 30X, 4 hourly

Intercurrent remedy; hair dry, rough, lustreless, scalp foul smelling; itching intolerable Psorinum 200 or 1M fortnightly (3 Doses)

Dandruff profuse, scaly, profuse sweat on occiput Sanicula 30X, 4 hourly.

Dandruff in circular patches, like ring worms; itching not relieved by scratching Sepia 30X or 200, 4 hourly (3 Doses)

Yellowish, copious dandruff; ringworm; eczema on scalp; worse by heat Kali Sulph.6X or 30, 4 hourly

Whitish, copious dandruff Kali Mur.6X or 30, 4 hourly.


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