Dermatologist Explains Dandruff: What Causes it & Best Dandruff Treatments! | Dr. Sam Ellis

As a dermatologist, I see a lot of patients who are looking for dandruff treatments that are effective. So in this video, I share what causes dandruff, the best over-the-counter, drugstore, and prescription dandruff treatments, and hair washing tips that can help. What dandruff treatments have worked for you? Share them in the comments!
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CHAPTERS:
00:00 Intro
00:29 What is Dandruff
01:35 Signs of Dandruff
02:22 Scaly Scalp Conditions
03:21 Hair Washing
03:56 Dandruff Treatment Tips
05:20 Nizoral
05:50 Selsun Blue
06:28 Vanicream Free & Clear
06:50 Keralyt 5
07:33 Neutrogena
07:59 Prescription Dandruff Treatments
08:52 Final Dandruff Tips
09:56 Subscribe!
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[@anikawiggins4388]

god i love you for posting this bc i have oily hair and i’ve always struggled with dandruff 😩

[@pujaguptas11211]

As a hairstylist of almost a few years, I can tell you, that you are not meant to apply strong hair shampoo on your hair. I've noticed hair lines of so many folks, and I spotted that folks who were using strong shampoos typically had poor hair line. So I suggest only to use gentle shampoo only. I myself use and advise to apply littleextrra coconioon shampoo only. Also, do hot oil massage twice a week as it enhances circulation and promotes healthy hair growth.

[@Nabajyoti_Falls]

What about clarifying shampoos?

[@nabilaoukhiat7247]

@@Nabajyoti_Fallsi used one k18 expensive but it made it worst

[@angelinamazzei119]

I don't suffer from it but I really like your videos Please talk about scalps and how to keep it healthy.Thanks so much!

[@amyjansen868]

This was so insightful. More valuable information that I have heard from anyone! Thank you Dr. Sam Ellis!

[@sladjaraicevic]

I rarely comment in videos, but I have to this time because I am very grateful for your informative, concise, honest, intelligent and present assessment of the dandruff issue. Respect, thank you.

[@machi1uk]

OMG, THANK YOU THANK YOU!!!!! Finally a video that helps us figure out if its dandruff or dry skin! There are so many videos talking how to treat it...but not how to diagnose it in the first place. Appreciate your content so much :-)

[@claramartinez2592]

Thank you Doctor. I’m suffering from it. I went to dermatologist, had biopsy and have this condition plus

[@sensitiveitchyscalpreliefb1153]

I have a sensitive itchy dermatitis scalp, folliculitis, and very coarse thick wavy salt and pepper hair. I just tried Superzero solid shampoo for flakes and itches and it made my scalp feel less itchy. It also made my hair shiny, soft, and bouncy. Love it so far!

[@songitout]

Great video. Can u do a video for dry hair and scalp, please.

[@caroline-s]

I don't understand why you don't have more subscribers? 💜

[@slhilliard]

Thanks so much for your content. I listened to influencers and coworkers who were saying that if you have oily hair you need to "balance" your scalp by going long periods of time without washing it b/c it's an over-washing issue. Learned my lesson as I ended up with an awful seb derm situation that required prescription steroids to start to heal. Took mnnths and months to really get it under control. The lesson? Only listen to derms - I should have known better...

[@natashar9176]

Me too

[@Adriana-ej3fd]

Same

[@angel-ij4xv]

my dermatologist gave me a shampoo that will control it

[@louisawilkes8843]

Yep. I have curly hair and tried to stop washing everyday per the hair stylist. Nope had to use dandruff shampoo and have to wash everyday to maintain no itch. Luckily didn’t get bad enough to have a prescription.

[@eveybumbaca]

I hear this ALL the time!!!!!

[@AngelPerez-yo4og]

Thanks I been 25 years with seborrheic dermatitis

[@Rottingboards]

Great video! Very helpful. Beauty and Brains!

[@Richard-mz7qu]

Outstanding video! Thank you.

[@Crystal0139]

This is a great video. Id recommended people see a dermatologist. I notice many general practitioners just assume it’s fungus and prescribe that ketonazole shampoo, I’m a home care nurse and see it all the time. When my son was younger I took him to the dermatologist and found out it his was psoriasis.

[@a.r.1113]

What did u use to treat your sons problem?

[@cactosnova6581]

❤

[@Crystal0139]

@@a.r.1113 I’m sorry I’m just seeing this now that there was another reply. I can’t remember what specific medication he was prescribed. It was a medicated shampoo though that was only avail from a script. When he was a teenager he also had bad acne so the dermatologist ordered Accutane which stopped the acne and significantly improved the psoriasis to the scalp. Occasionally he gets a skin flare and for that he has triamcinolone cream that the the dermatologist prescribes. Hope this helps somewhat

[@elinorbrereton3075]

Hi! Such a great video! My question is, does the T/sal tar shampoo smell bad? And/or does the smell linger? Thank you!

[@magnolia31611]

This was very helpful! I’ve been dealing with dandruff for a while, and it’s been very frustrating. I’m going to try your suggestions, and hopefully they’ll help. Thanks so much for making this video!

[@lIlIlIIllII]

Did it make a difference

[@orsikocs]

Did it help

[@user-se5qh8ru8u]

Thank you very much, this was very helpful

[@Garglicious]

Neutrogena T-Gel is the only shampoo which has worked for me .. although my hair gets extremely frizzy but its worth it lmao

[@frescazzz7536]

Ive been dealing with seb dermatitis for decades now. Took me a long time to accept that it’s a chronic issue. Regular hair washing definitely helps. Mine always starts to act up the longer I wait between washes. It can be annoying bc I’m dying my hair now to cover grays and most dandruff shampoos are pretty harsh. I think selsun blue works great but the smell is horrible. It permeates everything. Used to love t sal but it’s become impossible to find.

[@nora-.-g]

I use the Nizoral salicylic acid shampoo - it’s nice, has tea tree too, smells good, doesn’t fuck up my hair. You might like it! It’s their psoriasis shampoo

[@frescazzz7536]

@@nora-.-g thanks so much. I didn’t realize they made another shampoo. Will give it a try!

[@essierose7202]

Have you tried the Vanicream anti-dandruff shampoo with zinc Pyrithione? The only one I've been able to find without fragrance and other irritating ingredients!

[@kimberlykane7065]

@@essierose7202 Thanks for sharing going to try it.

[@marieellamarie8895]

Try apple cider vineger solution with water

[@ricac.2102]

tried to use selsun blue to help w/ dandruff and kept it on for 2 min at a time and noticed my scalp turning red and then eventually had acne like bumps in different parts of my scalp. Anyone else have this problem? went back to using head and shoulders but its not really working so will try other treatments now 😬

[@sallywilton2236]

Most of these products are unavailable in the U.K. we mostly have to use head and shoulders but I’ll seek out the ones you recommend . I’ve had dandruff all my life and am now 65 with no reprieve. I always wash my hair with dandruff shampoo immediately before going to the hairdressers as there’s nothing worse than having a fancy colour/ blow dry when the scalp is not perfectly clean.

[@roxybes]

I've used Ketoconazole 2% for quite some time now, 8 plus years. It works well for my scalp.

[@40222sam]

Can you advise on some safe styling methods for people with seb derm? My hair has always been really thick and frizzy which I used to take care of but since getting seb derm I haven't been able to use conditioner or styling products and my hair has become super dry poofy and frizzy. (To clarify I don't use the medication on my hair just on my scalp.) I know it doesn't sound like a serious problem but it's been pretty difficult on my self-esteem. Would love your input!

[@nikki2370]

Thank you!!! ❤️❤️ I do have dandruff. I buy the zinc pyrithone shampoo for a reset from Redken!

[@samanthab.3236]

I was hoping you would mention apple cider vinegar! I heard about that many years ago. Mix one part apple cider vinegar to three parts water in a spray bottle and apply on your scalp and let sit for 20 minutes or so before taking a shower. Then wash your hair as normal. It worked! It was amazing. I'm sure it won't work for everybody but that's my go-to now.

[@yoasali7952]

Well she's a doctor, usually they only rely on medication. I have heard of the apple cider with water. I'm so tired of my itchy scalp and dandruff. One thing I did learn today is to wash my hair more often. I was doing it 2x a week and it was becoming uncomfortable since I work out.

[@samanthab.3236]

@@yoasali7952 Ironically, my husband is a Dr also LOL. He is obsessed with vinegar and what it can do. Try it! Just let it sit on your scalp for 20 min and wash it out. I do like to blow dry my hair after to get the flakes out, but it works! They just keep the routine up for a couple weeks.

[@jessiecarroll1187]

I'm going to try the apple cider

[@Lady-Carmakazi]

​@@samanthab.3236 I used regular white vinegar & had good results.

[@dmarsub]

​@@jessiecarroll1187 did it help :)?

[@livi_bridge]

I have seb derm and I found that when I eat highly processed foods it makes it flare up. But when I don’t eat processed food then my derm essentially disappears. My scalp isn’t itchy and I don’t have to use a dandruff shampoo.

[@jordanjoestar-turniptruck]

My hair being incredibly curly, thick, and coarse is difficult to wash thoroughly, but ive learned the value of rinse and repeat. My scalp past my hairline is clean, its much much easier to get the shampoo further back around the crown. And it has ended up saving me a lot more shampoo than just meticulously sectioining and coating every square centimeter of my scalp while also doing a more thorough job at the end of the day.

[@DT09bball1]

Thank you! Great video I have dandruff and I use mustard oil - is this ok? I wash it out by putting Nizoral on my scalp and Keratase on the rest of my hair. Please suggest! Thank youu

[@johnvick8861]

Don't consume too much carbs and sugar ... Your scalp will be less oily

[@zafae05]

I've tried nizoral. It didn't work. Then selsun blue worked a little but in the long run I noticed my flakes were coming back. Then currently I'm using kerastase symbiose, and so far it's working. Just use it everyday.

[@nora-.-g]

I have noticed that mine gets worse when my hair stays for too long, like when I wear a hat and my head gets sweaty. The Nizoral salicylic acid shampoo helps.

[@mcdc9086]

I use Selsun Blue, and as you said it’s recommended to use 2x a week. But we should wash hair often and I do everyday or every other day (depends if I was active or went out). My question is what’s “normal shampoo”? Can I use H&S? Or a clarifying shampoo (which shouldn’t be used daily too)? I don’t know if they are too strong and I’ll end up damaging my hair more. Please give specific type or brand of shampoo recommendation for “normal”. PS: I have dandruff and experiencing hairfall.

[@malakiyahamari8448]

Dr Ellis you are so gorgeous. I didn't hear anything you said, would you mind explaining it all over again, just for me? 😍🥰

[@bcourtney4024]

Thank you for educating us, Dr. Ellis. My concern is about steroid topicals or pills for SD. The risk of weight gain and/or moon face - is that a real side effect. Could DOX pills be helpful, instead. Also, what are your thoughts on alternating DHue's ACV Shampoo/Conditioner with Psul Mitchell's Tea Tree and Hemp line.

[@sectorhwa]

My 11 year old daughter and I both started suffering itchy flaky scalps for about a year now and we've been trying to manage it incorrectly, apparently. I've seen a lot of derm videos on dandruff but Dr Ellis's video really caught my attention because I just like the way she explains things - we both started using a dandruff shampoo similar to nizoral that we like and use a few days a week and we now have flake free itch free scalps. Thank you so much Dr Ellis, you're awesome

[@DrSamEllis]

Aw I’m so happy for both of you! Thank you for the kind comment 💛

[@dchurchill832]

What dandruff shampoo did you use?

[@sectorhwa]

@@dchurchill832 hello! The brand name is Dermazole - it costsa lot less than Nizoral and they have the same strength of ketoconazole.

[@hole01]

did you have the **rus or the **ccine? both of you.

[@alloveryetstill]

This is a great video

[@emh9278]

I have severe dandruff I used bunch of these product and doesn’t help, until I change my diet less sugar less carbohydrates also started eating yogurt with probiotics

[@BeckyLawrenceUK]

After years of trying different shampoos/methods of getting rid of my dandruff as well as being sucked into various other treatments, this video has been a breath of fresh air! I was convinced that washing my hair too much was a bad thing but, after this video, I've realized I've probably not be washing it enough! I've bought myself a good anti dandruff shampoo and will aim to wash my hair more often and see if that helps. Thank you so much!

[@orsikocs]

I have fine greasy hair and i wash my hair every day which i first heard from a dermatologist that people with super fine hair should do. The amount of people on the internet who are not doctors that regularly attack me for it and try to tell me that “you need to train your hair” is actually crazy. It became such a misconception that i don’t think it will ever be debunked in people’s minds 😂 Glad u found what works for you :)

[@TheLadyPsyche]

I have dandruff and i been using the head & shoulders itchy scalp care shampoo and conditioner. So far i feel like it is working. I have less dandruff than before. Can't wait till i have 0 dandruff.

[@crystalchan5370]

Have started to use this Head and Shoulder itchy scalp care shampoo too for about 2 days and it seems to reduce my flakes but itchiness still quite bad. May I know how long should I use to see the effect of not itchy as I wash my hair daily. Thank you.

[@JubileeHomesteading]

I have found that regularly exfoliating my scalp, about once a week, really helps! I'll use freshly ground coffee beans, and more recently, baking soda. It's quite amazing.

[@lexijones8019]

I used Baking Soda growing up

[@andreahorvat3613]

I've also used coffee grounds to exfoliate my scalp, and it worked for a while but not good enough. Then I started with baking soda mixed with shampoo and I still do that and it works so well for me, but I only do it like 2 times a week. I've also started using a Neem oil shampoo that has calmed my scalp down so much that I love it. Neem oil is really good it also promotes hair growth. Definitely a good DIY solution.

[@ligy30]

Phenomenal video

[@kokosensei5231]

Thank you for share!

[@christinaschonhof2716]

Hi, is it possible to use minoxidil as a preventative for hairloss? Thank you 💕

[@fss1917]

I know you are not hair stylists but do you have advice on products benefit color treated hair?

[@JessI-yu8tj]

I’ve had to use a shampoo with coal tar, since I was a teenager. Those are the only ones that relieve the itching (which gets worse in the summer, I blame my thick hair and the Florida heat and humidity lol). I don’t notice the smell for long, on my hair (most brands, I’ve tried one generic that smelled strong for so long).

[@angelmaldonado5657]

Does it cost hairloss?

[@bas3dmisandrist]

@@angelmaldonado5657I don’t really think a shampoo can cause hair loss .. if it does there’s a ingredient ur not reacting well to

[@Brokeearther]

My doctor suggested tarindo shampoo for scalp psoriasis (from India) with topisal gel . Both products have salicylic acid.

[@acarroll]

I have seborrheic dermatitis and used prescription Nizoral for years. It was literally the only thing that worked. My condition did eventually improve and I can now use OTC shampoos. I actually have found Derma E's scalp relief shampoo to be effective for me.

[@mweinheim7911]

I’m glad to hear your symptoms got to the point where you can use OTC products. I have had seborhea dermatitis for almost three years I’m seeing a Derm and using Rx shampoo and some other treatments. The products are so harsh on my hair and my scalp still itches something awful.

[@acarroll]

@@mweinheim7911 Yes, the itching is awful. I would sometimes scratch until my scalp bled. I used the prescription Nizoral for about 10 years I think before things got better. Not sure what changed for me, but I'm glad something did!

[@Perfectly_Cromulent351]

Have you ever tried head and shoulders clinical strength? It works miracles for me.

[@acarroll]

@@Perfectly_Cromulent351 The active ingredient (Selenium Sulfide) didn't work for my scalp issues, unfortunately.

[@ellanvannin1639]

Yeah I asked a dermatologist about my dandruff and he told me to try T-Sal and then left the room without even examining my scalp! Well from my own research I have discovered that I have a dry sensative scalp plus I have allergies and get hives. So I am on my journey to finding a shampoo that doesn't give me hives or activate my asthma while helping my dey scalp.

[@andrew4809]

Soaking scalp in castor oil works well

[@ams6335]

Thank you for such clear helpful information!! My dandruff seemed to disappear for about 5 years and is making a resurgent. I live in a very dry climate and started washing my hair only once a week during that time. That seemed to help a lot but for the past year it seems to be back. I am disappointed I have to wash it everyday...haha...I might have to cut it short again... My girls aged 6-12 have the scaling still on their head, (like cradle cap). Are these shampoos safe in their skin? Any recommendations for kids?

[@pamedwards6522]

At the end of the video you mention there are conditions that can mimic seb dermatitis. I think this might be where I am. Can you elaborate on what those are? Thanks!

[@Boodieman72]

The only thing I have found that worked 100% was a shaved head. I haven't tried Nizoral yet. Shaving my head doesn't suit me but no more dandruff.

[@emaans155]

Hey, i have struggled with seb dermatitis my whole life as well and well sadly at my local walmart in canda the only other anti danfdrufg shampoo would be salsan blue or the prescrition dose of keto konalza i have used head and shoulder shampoo since i was little and will defintly start washing my hair more often and wisting less between hair washes as i find it makes mines worser as well

[@matthewjohnson6360]

About 30 years ago I remember my head was really itchy in class, I went to town scratching, a huge pile of flakes 3 times, the teacher thought it could be lice, I had a buzzed head, I had acne at that time. My dermatologist, tol me to wash my head with T/Gel

[@anonymousgoose5213]

My trouble is at first the antidNdruff shampoo works for a while and then my hair get use to it and then it comes back. Recently it has been getting worst, to the point where I think I have dry scalp bc it’s just a patch and it’s only on my right side and my left side is clean. I can’t afford to go to a dermatologist so I was just wondering what else to do? I have tried nizoral and nizoral psoriasis, also selsun blue

[@barjbadette]

I believe I started having dandruff as early as before 6th grade in school. I've been using this particular anti-dandruff shampoo for at least 18 years now. Whenever I tried using regular shampoos (idk why, maybe just to try how it will work on my hair), at least a week after, my scalp gets itchy with white flakes, so I then go back to using this anti-dandruff shampoo again. Just recently, I started to wash may hair every other day because they said (from some people I know and from those videos I have watched) you really don't have to wash hair everyday. After 1-2 weeks, my scalp started getting so itchy. Went back to washing my hair everyday again and now it feels better. My hair gets oily after a day and I guess it's also because of where I live that skipping hair wash is really a no-no.

[@user-un7bq1pr8z]

Yep. I have been using Head & Shoulders every day for almost 40 years. If I do not wash my hair every day, dandruff comes back. I can alternate in a different shampoo a couple of times a week, but definitely Head & Shoulders for the most part. The whole "oily scalp training" is ridiculous. As I have said before, if this were true, people with an oily face could not wash their face daily and lessen their oil production. Absolutely not going to happen. Oil glands and their production have nothing to do with shampoo or soap.

[@AntonelaFrasheri]

Can you mix one of the products you mentioned (prescribed or not) with a normal conditioner?

[@printingwithpeek4897]

Yes, this is absolutely a great video and it was very ELI5. I use Keralyt5 as a pre-shampoo and then Nizarol to finish up. Holy hell it has honestly helped. IMO those two in combination of each other would solve 95% of the problems out there

[@lutongmybahay1375]

I noticed, My scalp produces too much oil and when I don’t wash my hair every other day and combing my hair atleast 3 times a day, my dandruff gets really bad in clusters.

[@andreabarth2534]

Dr. Sam What do you recommend for a reg daily care shampoo & conditioner? I have really fine thin hair that is VERY oily, with itchy flaky scalp and I have pimples in my scalp! My daughter has really bad dandruff too but hers is WAY worse she digs SO bad to where it bleeds and her hair alwayss looks greasy even right after washing out of the shower she had thick hair. Ive tried everything with her n nothing seems to help. It may help the itching mildly but it comes back... and she was using nizrol and I started using it too! I have real bad KP on my arms & legs too!

[@foodiesworldUSA]

@Dr. Sam Ellis thank you for this video. I get more dandruff and shedding of white flakes after washing my hair. Also, if I don't wash my hair for 4 days it gets oily or I notice it always gets oily and build up yellowish oily sebum and white flakes after 4 days of post shampoo. Is this Sebhorroeic dermatitis?

[@Ultra_James__T]

Her voice is ASMR 🙃

[@lasunbarada-realtorri1265]

Thank you ❤

[@user-bn7bk5mw4s]

I love long hair and had bad dandruff as a child plus eczema. My parents kept cutting my hair screaming at me for being dirty and pouring Sea Breeze all over my head until i cried from pain. When i was a teen I started using Head and Shoulders and Mane and Tail. It worked

[@elsonck2523]

Poor kid. Parents can be cruel sometimes without being aware of it.

[@Perfectly_Cromulent351]

Head and shoulders clinical strength for the hair and aquanil hc lotion for the skin solves everything.

[@GagaTheArcher]

Is Ionil T Shampoo is a good treatment ?

[@Kellymartinez999]

True when I don’t wash as often I get more building

[@dvanwinkle570]

Thank you 😊

[@nessa51106]

I used tgel and it seems to make my hair fall out even more than what the dandruff problem is doing, I will try selsom blue

[@j.zhanng]

Should a conditioner be used along with shampoo??

[@federicarossi5406]

I changed my nutritional habits and I eliminated dandruff

[@lexijones8019]

I read hormones from Peri menopause etc can cause issues. I notice it sometimes.

[@TotPaul]

Started this problem before pandemic hits. Tried cream first but did not work. So I went to different dermatologists, prescribed shampoos but just getting worse. Finally, had one dermatologist prescribed clobetasol scalp application, and after a week, seborrheic dermatitis all gone. So I used Head and Shoulders as shampoo, but after a month not putting the steriod I can see it's coming back. I just want to know if I will use again the clobetasol? Coz some doctors said to stop using it's not good for long term use.

[@marybillig1854]

10/24/2023 8:42 PM. Can you use a conditioner on your hair after rinsing off the dandruff shampoo? Is regular shampoo used at all. I am not clear on the how to and when to process. Thank you, Mary

[@HeartBreakKidxX]

What products would you recommend for people with fashion-coloured hair? I have blue hair and shampoos like Head & Shoulders also acts as a colour stripper, which obviously I don't want haha.

[@tropicalbeach9225]

Also tend to avoid Garnier shampoo... that will dry your scalp out and make it too flakey dry and itchy!

[@endless_dreamer_]

I need help bad ): I can’t tell whether I have dandruff or just bad dry scalp now. As you mentioned about the face being dry..I’m on birth control that now makes me face dry and after I shower my head feels so dry and has bad flakes even with prose shampoo! Any recommendations or advice please!☹️

[@shannonmariefogarty2640]

I have seborrheic dermatitis or dandruff besides eczema. I've used a prescription medication shampoo and solution for the recommended process. Now what if it doesn't work is there any stuff that is over the counter

[@natashar9176]

I have seborrheic dermatitis on my scalp and face diagnosed by doctors. I have super oily skin. I'm so fed up with beauticians when I go to get my eyebrows waxed telling me I need to use more oil and moisturise more because they think it's the same as dry skin or psoriasis. Mine is caused by the opposite as these, it gets so much worse when I add more oil. When I wash my hair every other day with anti-dandruff shampoo that's the best for keeping it at bay

[@goldseraph7051]

use the shampoo on your eyebrows too and scrub it in...sometimes I use a tooth brush to scrub it in. Not harshly, gently....it really worked for me.

[@luckyDancer100]

Is you have seborrhic dermatitis, should we just wash with dandruff shampoo or can we rotate?

[@staceylewis3278]

Thank you. Will these shampoos affect my colored hair?.

[@Jessicurrrrrrrrr]

Yes most likely but it's a small price to pay

[@rishavgoyal8249]

The problem with my dandruff is that i have tried different shampoos that rids of my dandruff but after some months of using those shampoos, it just fails.

[@chiengli7580]

Very informative! Do you happen to know if the SheaMoisture Hair Care System Anti-Dandruff Shampoo is good for dandruff? Thanks!

[@ella1178]

If I use these shampoos, what conditioner do I use. I find that I still need to use conditioner as my hair gets tangled without it, but I’m scared the conditioner just nullifies the job of the shampoo.

[@claudiagonzalez5107]

Can having hard water also contribute to itchy dry scalp? If so what products would you recommend? Thank you!

[@ohayo_baka_neko]

Yes, and not enough people talk about it. I suffered from chronic dandruff for over 10 years and is was so bad it was affecting my eyebrows, around my nose, and behind my ears. I tried various different remedies but they only treated the dandruff temporarily. I then bought a showerhead water filter (you can buy for like $30 on amazon) and noticed the difference immediately. The flakes slowly started to go away as my skin started to heal. The redness and inflammation on my face were gone. Both my skin and hair feel softer and firmer. Highly recommend for anyone suffering from any skin condition.

[@sleepy_szn]

Not sure what I have but I wash my hair with a comb and shampoo almost everyday, its always 2 inches or shorter. If I were to run my fingers through my hair it would start snowing and I combed it for 5+ minutes and the flakes wouldn't stop. Also noticed its in my eyebrows and I never had this problem until like 3 years ago when I was 14.

[@Elisheva333]

I used Medicasp Mexican shampoo available at Walmart and CVS pharmacy and did help to stop the severe dandruff I had

[@Elisheva333]

Read about bone broth to increase gut health, read about probiotics and prebiotics, someone just commented to brew organic cinammon strain and spray some in your hair

[@Elisheva333]

I use orégano oil capsules to combat any kind of stomach infection extremely effective I bring that with me when I travel 3 pills 3 times at day if the infection is severe, read about oregano oil for scalp

[@Elisheva333]

Read about Cándida bacteria and the skin and hair problems that causes, that could be the cause of dandruff, I do develop bacteria Cándida easily, that bacteria nourishes with sugar I believe

[@arhamkc]

I am using ninoxidil and finestiride solution for hair fall control and I believe that i causing the flakes. I’m using nizoral 1% shampoo twice a week to control the flakes but it doesnt seem to help

[@kugi7786]

How about the hair loss? Will the lost hair grow back as the treatment goes?

[@wyndiefeatherstone948]

I am not sure what I have but it started in just one spot on the nape of my neck in 2014 and now its the back of my head but not top. If I am working outside and put something around my hair the itching starts, from moisture/sweat. Sleeping and getting too warm also make the back of my hair itch. I also have natural curly hair so washing it everyday is something I cant do since I have to blow it dry then use a flat iron to straighten it. Since it could be yeast, could that be caused by too much sugar, or could medications for anxiety cause it or being under great stress. When mine began I was caring for my mother who had dementia, which led to panic and anxiety from stress thus the need for medication. I have been tempted to just cut all my hair off, look like a sheep and try to get rid of whatever this is, I am so tired of it!!!! I am looking for any advice anyone can offer.

[@sinistersix32]

I just got a perm and dandruff started appear a week after. Any shampoos that attack dandruff but doesn’t damage the perm?

[@Devilxinfinity]

So I've been prescribed the sebo wash and 8x shampoo, the dermatologist told me to mix both of them and then apply it. Surely enough my dandruff is being reduced but my hair is getting dry and rough for some reason, so i just wanted to know whether i should apply oil on my hair or not?

[@leomessifans2992]

Is pentene is good for dantruff??

[@_mojojojeaux]

Now how does this work for ethnic hair? Because I tend to have patches in certain places. It’s not an all over scalp issue. But I have kinky, curly, type 4 low porosity hair. It takes a good week or two before my scalp becomes oily. My hair is categorically drier than other types and most shampoos are EXTREMELY drying and make my hair extremely difficult to manage on wash days. I do notice a large increase in the number of dry patches when I use oils on my scalp so I don’t use them.

[@ljbgbagsandshoehogarcia9264]

Great question. I was also wondering the same. It’ll be difficult for me to wash daily as Dr is advising in this video.

[@jessicat3951]

As I have aged my scalp oil has reduced, and I now can get away with using Dove dandruff shampoo. It's milder and doesn't smell nasty. I have very fine hair, and washing often makes it dry and damaged. I am currently washing 2x a week with the Dove dandruff shampoo and am having good results.

[@emaans155]

Does anyone have recommedtaions for other dandruff shampoos or should i continue sticking with head and shoulders

[@johndaniel21343]

Wonder what product to use for my short hair beard it's worst place, so flaky. Not sure it's good applying shampoo on face

[@jj9501]

I have really dry skin and can control dandruff with a shampoo from la Roche posay. There's just one spot one my head near my neck that's driving me crazy, it's so itchy all the time. And the longer I don't wash it gets worse. My GP gave me a shampoo for fungal but I'm not sure if it's psoriasis. Gonna see a derm.

[@andreac1938]

That is exactly where I get mine; base of the hairline at the back of the neck. It's been rough!

[@nauxsi]

Even derms will take 1 look and may get wrong diagnosis.

[@tinasung3814]

Isit ok to combine different active ingredients at the same time. For example using NIzoral 1st wash with Head & SHoulder 2nd wash ? Would that be more powerful than using just one alone at a time ?

[@DrSamEllis]

You could but it may be too harsh on the rest of your hair!

[@hectorlizzy2590]

I have red hair i CAn only was my hair once a week what can I use for colored hair