How To Remove Scalp Pimples | Folliculitis Explained

[@DrDrayzday]

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[@byenow5296]

Hi! I’ve noticed that when I use certain skincare products that my face tends to get dark. Not only have I noticed it but family members have seen it as well. Is there a reason for that and should I stop using those products?

[@Mangalsews-sp5ux]

@@DrDrayzday Thank you very much!

[@Thoughtsofanetizen]

Finally you adressed it. Thanksalot for this video. Im suffering because of this

[@kimmyers9170]

Years ago, I saw 5 different doctors before being diagnosed with shingles on my scalp and near my eye. It was very painful and hurt to barely touch my head, let alone comb or brush my hair. I'm an RN and thought it could be shingles based on the pain and one-sided-ness, but the docs said well, it might be shingles but we don't want to treat you for that. Once I finally did get treatment, it healed fairly quickly. Thanks for spreading the word on this, Dr. Dray!

[@PAMELAPORTER-ci7mr]

Was this the shingles that we're used to hearing about that occurs on skin other than the scalp? I had the 1st vaccine for this.

[@kimmyers9170]

@@PAMELAPORTER-ci7mr Yes. You can bet that I got the Shingrix vaccine series when I turned 50!

[@ginah8023]

What was the treatment for scalp shingles ?

[@slimjimjimslim5923]

@@ginah8023 Antiviral pill Acyclovir/Valacyclovir/Famciclovir , same pill as Herpes Simplex 1 and Herpes Simplex 2 since shingle is caused by a similar virus called Herpes Zoster. All these herpes virus are permanent, there's no way to remove them from your body, you can only suppress them with antiviral but they are harmless since they only erupted occasionally and does no damage unless they become infected. FYI 1/6 people on earth has HSV2, 1/2 has HSV1, and 1/3 has shingle virus. So it's not a big deal but it's annoying lol

[@FrancinePoirier-p5b]

Thanks for giving a name to what's on my scalp. No dandruff but acne and bumps on my scalp.

[@evelynbarry5046]

I have used chlorhexidine in the shower before shampoo and left it on for a couple minutes, followed with a folliculitis shampoo I got from Amazon that has salicylic acid as an ingredient and that worked for me within a couple weeks

[@amyamy8177]

also super excited about this topic i have had it for years! (always thought it was pimples! since i am acne prone too)

[@DrDrayzday]

thanks for watching

[@amyamy8177]

now i also know why it got better after acutane (in my head that cemented it was pimples but i do have problems with dandruff so the yeast thing makes so much sense)

[@jenessastrickland1555]

My scalp culture revealed that I do actually have acne on my scalp. I’ve been dealing with it for over a year now, and it’s just awful. I’ve got an allergy to propolis, so my derm has advised me to avoid all fragrance ingredients, which severely limits my options for topical treatments. I used Neutrogena salicylic acid shampoo for about 6 months because it was the only medicated shampoo I could find that didn’t have ingredients I’m supposed to avoid. But it didn’t do much. We decided to try a ketoconazole shampoo, which I have to have compounded in order to get it without fragrance-it’s $90 for 4oz! I used it every day for a month and felt like it helped some, but I’m trying to decide if I want to pay for another bottle. Now I’m on oral spironolactone, went back on hormonal birth control, and even got my hair cut very short. I’m so frustrated and miserable 😩 I really hope things start clearing up soon.

[@Hemmyii]

Shoot I would try cheaper products with fragrance and see if they bother you. $90 for a shampoo is crazy.

[@jenessastrickland1555]

@@Hemmyii oh, they do.

[@Hemmyii]

@@jenessastrickland1555 that SUCKS! I’m sorry

[@Panya.V]

That's wild. My spouse has a prescription ketoconazole shampoo that has no fragrance, and it cost under 10 dollars with our insurance. I also have allergies [including to propolis], so I currently keep my head shaved and rotate between Neutrogena Stubborn Body Acne body wash (1% salicylic acid + PHA), PanOxyl Acne Treatment Bar (10% benzoyl peroxide), and DermaHarmony Zinc Therapy Soap (2% zinc pyrithione) [I use the same things on my face to deal with the same issue]. My dermatologist also recently recommended hypochlorous acid (HOCl) spray, so I've been using that too. I've been planning on growing my hair out, so we'll see how easy that routine is to keep up with.

[@megandaniels3875]

You're on a roll . ❤❤❤ Hitting all the good topics

[@kk-gM98]

I had 6-7 folliculitis bump/pimples when I started swimming and wearing a swim cap. To complicate it (or maybe actually caused it), I took a cycling class and afterward, I would rinse off, and then put on my suit, and put on a pre-swim conditioner and then the silicone swim hat. With in a few days, I had folliculitis. It took around 2 weeks to heal. Just washing with shampoo after the cycling class and before putting on the pre treatment and swim hat, took care of it. The skin issues with 3-4 days of indoor swimming is a challenge. I use Amlactin after swimming and that seems to help with the dryness from the water and pool chemicals.

[@megandaniels3875]

You can also get bumps on your scalp if you're not cleaning your hair accessories that you use on your hair and wigs have combs if you're not keeping those clean

[@JenaAnnissa]

I like the new Bare Head and Shoulders shampoo. I think it has helped me with this problem. I get them on my hairline.

[@marylawman8603]

I had very oily hair as a teen and remember getting a pimple on my scalp a few times. Very painful. Luckily I haven't experienced any since. I feel for anyone dealing with any scalp condition. Hopefully this video can help anyone dealing with scalp issues. Happy Thursday, Dr Dray! I hope you have a relaxing evening. 💜

[@voneep540]

Try ten to twelve drops of Neem oil in a spray bottle of water every morning for about a week or two to stop the itching. It works well for me

[@Michellelipstick]

As someone recovering from shingles, I can confirm it is VERY painful. Thankful I didn't experience it on my scalp.

[@maricelg777]

Hope you had a great day, Dr. Dray ❤

[@ari-jv]

I much rather use DHS 2% zinc shampoo over head and shoulders. Support smaller businesses, plus it has no silicones and it’s a higher percentage of zinc pyrthione

[@Bird5861tr4]

Is folliculitis a chronic problem or a treatable condition?

[@No-sw5td]

OMG i love you Dr. Dray! I’m not currently struggling with this but you are such a legend for making this, thank you

[@colinf2316]

I have reeeeeally bad scalp folliculitis. If I don't let the shampoo sit for a solid 5 minutes and then use a scalp massager to spread it around and exfoliate a bit, I break out almost instantly. Oh and hypochlorous acid spray works grrrreat! I use Nizoral 2-3 times a week, then regular classic Head and Shoulders.

[@Bird5861tr4]

Well if you have to continuously use products, then they attenuate your problem, but does not solve it.

[@wallywild5088]

@@Bird5861tr4how is it solved?

[@salponce3368]

I have struggled with this for many years. I’ve been to two different derms, been prescribed topical steroids, oral antibiotics & even a course of isotretinoin. The isotretinoin worked best & longest, but it still comes back. My last derm actually told me to use benzoyl peroxide if a small bout comes back, and when used consistently, has worked for me. I also notice when I sleep well & eat better, it starts to go down, so I imagine there’s some inflammation as well. Thank you so much for the vid! I’ll try the betadine, as the benzoyl peroxide seems to be slowly lightening my hair 😅, but in my opinion, it’s worth it for no itching.

[@Panya.V]

In case it helps someone else: I have allergies and can't use fragranced products, so I currently keep my head shaved and rotate between Neutrogena Stubborn Body Acne body wash (1% salicylic acid + PHA), PanOxyl Acne Treatment Bar (10% benzoyl peroxide), and DermaHarmony Zinc Therapy Soap (2% zinc pyrithione) [I use the same things on my face to deal with the same issue]. My dermatologist also recently recommended hypochlorous acid (HOCl) spray, so I've been using that too. I've been planning on growing my hair out, so we'll see how easy that routine is to keep up with.

[@wendy8561]

Thank you so much Dr Dray -hope you have a wonderful day today

[@joemug4079]

I’m bingeing her videos! That I’ve just discovered. Very skeptical at first I realized she’s the real deal. And this! Folliculitis! I’m having issues with. It’s not easy to deal with. My determinologist….i say….cant quite determine exactly what it is! It can be a tough one. I think us older peeps see it more.

[@cindystewart121]

Hi Dr. Dray, Thank you! so much for this video. I have had problems with my scalp for 6 years and when I went to see a dermatologist that first year he told me it was a little acne in my scalp and gave me a prescription to dab a medicine on the bumps. Well every time I used it it really burned so I went back and another doctor told me the same thing I just have pimples on the scalp and to keep my scalp clean and to stop that medicine, I think they just brushed me off. We’ll, I have been homebound now for 4 years my scalp still is acting up and now I can’t even get to another dermatologist so this video I really appreciate because I thought I was going crazy. I do use Nizoral once a week then volumizing shampoos the rest of times. I am going to try the T gel next and get that Betadine and try that since I can’t get to a doctor. Again thank you so much for this video. If I am missing anything please advise. Blessings to you Dr Dray!

[@margieryne6220]

A very informative video! Thank you! ❤️

[@Marxnchill]

I am getting mine from my cpap mask 😬 I don’t want to wash itttt lol but I will it’s starting to get really annoying. Thanks for this! Love your channel and always recommend it.

[@Karo_KhanIV]

I've had pimples on my scalp for some time now however a dermatologist said it was just hormonel changes as a teen which caused them. The prescribed medication, shampoo and Zinc pills helped but now I only have pimples on the back of my scalp which aren't going away 😢. But I also noticed that cutting my hair short really helps out a lot aswell it's easier to apply the medication.

[@7lesstrat]

Dr Dray do you know if topical Rogaine foam is potentially a cause for this?

[@Bird5861tr4]

It seems so it did for me. I've been struggling with inflammation and itchiness on my scalp ever since. Salicylic acid helps a lot, but not zinc pyrithione or nizoral. Betadine was helpful.

[@DB6904.]

Hello, do you have any tips for treating Klebsiella In the bearded area? Also in the scalp? Thank you!!!

[@claudiasmith9117]

Good morning Dr Dray ❤

[@DrDrayzday]

Morning!

[@MagashiSaizen]

If finding a Dermatologist is hard, try finding a competent one, its even worst. I've been to multiple over the years and only one seemed competent, of course with my luck being so amazing, they decided to stop practicing due to personal issues.

[@TheOnlyHonor]

Does anyone know if these products work on scalp sores caused by skin picking? Thank you

[@polinatalmeltzer450]

I needed this!

[@_VJ735]

@ dr dray how tp use the betadine u mentioned?...is it agter shampoo or like before shampooing?

[@davidshabas3839]

Happy Thursday Dr Dray so excited to be here i live for this❤️

[@DrDrayzday]

Morning!

[@davidshabas3839]

​@@DrDrayzday❤

[@paulahatch9955]

Happy Thursday Dr Dray…see you tomorrow x🤩💙

[@Rwealone]

An old doctor I used to see said the pimples are a sign of thyroid issues. Now, 50 years later I have severe scalp pain from fibromyalgia. It’s very common for fibromyalgia sufferers. I’m confused about how to fix the pain and headaches from it!

[@sstephens2175]

Will the decolorized iodine work as well as betadine?

[@auntiear126]

At 66 I’ve started having little whiteheads on my scalp. Itchy, and driving me kind of nuts. Dr. Dray your advice is all very helpful, but is there a chance this is hormonal? I seem to get relief from the salicylic acid shampoos but mix it up with dandruff shampoos. Thanks for this deep dive.

[@Mangalsews-sp5ux]

Same age but mine started 15 years ago. Mine dovetails with a compromised immune system. If.possible have a biopsy from yr scalp tested and ask yr Dr to run a few tests to check everything is fine. Good luck, hope you'll be comfortable soon.

[@auntiear126]

@@Mangalsews-sp5ux Also have an immune issue as I have Multiple Sclerosis. We keep trying 😉

[@Mangalsews-sp5ux]

@@auntiear126 Sucks. So very sorry to hear! Juju incoming for the bad days and wishing you loads and loads more good ones.

[@rosieweaselby]

Do you take online consultations? I can’t really find a good dermatologist and I’ve had bad follicular issues for 20 years. I feel like I’ve tried everything. Got a culture done once and it came back normal supposedly. Maybe KP, but I’ve also been treating that however people recommend online.

[@Hemmyii]

She does not. The laws are really strict around this with her medical license.

[@rosieweaselby]

@@Hemmyii i see, thats too bad. I was thinking like tele health, like an official appointment, but didnt know they cant do it outside their own state

[@sharonyearsley6720]

I love polytar shampoo.

[@shrimpflavoredchips9122]

Fragrance really irritates my folliculitis. Cutting out fragranced soap made it virtually disappear on my legs and hairline. I had been trying salicylic acid and benzoyl peroxide with no results. Guess they couldnt fight the inflammation from the fragrance.

[@moniquelindholm1381]

Happy Thursday Dr. Dray and everyone else. I used to have a very cute wool winter hat. Idk if it was the wool or what but it was itchy and wearing it just for a short time created major flaking in my scalp. Especially closer to the hairline. It was bad. And it happened everytime I wore it. Wondering if what you are talking about was the culprit. I’m pretty freaked out about those mites

[@slimjimjimslim5923]

I heard Folliculitis caused by different things, like if fungal then Ketoconazole works better, if bacteria then salicylic acid/benzoyl peroxide works better. And also Doxycycline is good for bacterial skin acne but also can cause fungal issues since it's kills off bacteria population and the fungal on your skin might suddenly have no competition and start over populating.

[@glyphic313]

Dr dray is hibicleanse okay to use for this

[@JacquesSchmidt]

Kudos for the sebum/CBUM reference 😅🤣👏 5:48

[@Sidera17]

I had folliculitis so bad I had to go on IVIG and topical steroids. For me, it is fungal, not bacterial, and it also covers my face like oily scurf. I developed autoimmunity to the yeast. All of this because I'm immune deficient so everything overgrows.

[@Mangalsews-sp5ux]

Heartbreaking. Am so sorry this is yr experience.😢

[@thanosfield2642]

Love betadine scrub, it also smells foul and has that brownish/orangey hue 😅. Getting an early and on the point diagnosis is key and also speeds the recovery,limiting the journey's uncomfortable duration which has a huge impact on our overall mental health 😊❤. Thanks Doctor Andrea for sharing such valuable information with us .

[@revenge217]

I always used Benzoyl Peroxide...

[@Mangalsews-sp5ux]

Yes its a big help!

[@xoxjelloxox]

I have something look like circle plaque around hair follicle. What is that? Has a dot of yellow and 1-2 dots if red maybe blood

[@anthropoid1281]

Hey Dr. Dray, is it okay to use benzoyl peroxide as a spot treatment on scalp if I shave my hair everyday so not worried about bleaching? Thanks!

[@evelynbarry5046]

She said in the video it was ok

[@wokelo81]

I have this problem for years and it got so bad my dermatologist started me on antibiotic, anti fungal med and then isotretinoin. I was on isotretinoin for more than a year. Just on low dosage 10mg. During the medication period I have no scalp acne at all. I can use any conditioner. However after a year on the medication my liver reading went up really high. My doctor advised me to stop taking isotretinoin. And now my scalp constantly get irritation with the scalp acne. And it causes my hair loss. 😞. I managed to get the T/sal two weeks ago and it helps to calm the acne down. Apart from the shampoo. I have apply salicylic acid and glycolic acid at night as well as differin. I helps to control it but if I slack off on it the acne will come back. It’s an on going battle. 😢

[@Bird5861tr4]

Do you take a supplement every day?

[@ginah8023]

Is there a test to see if it’s scalp shingles ?

[@swannsghfhgfhhff]

Superb on tamilnadu india your english speeking well

[@flyygurl18]

Hello Dr Dray..Thank you for another awesome video 😍

[@DrDrayzday]

Thanks for watching!

[@flyygurl18]

@@DrDrayzday 🥰🖖🏾🍀

[@notapplicable9970]

I've had the occasional "pimple" on my scalp. I don't suffer from dandrff. I have noticed that the occasional ones that I have gotten have usually occurred after using a deep conditioner and sat under the dryer for deep treatment. One in particular seems to trigger it.

[@GramGramGenX-ln5sc]

Salicylic acid shampoo 👍

[@whitneybrown4067]

Greetings Dr Dray hope u r well n 🖐Hello Every1 n Happy Thursday😀n what a Wonderful Vid…. thanks n This is Gonna b so Informative🔥👍n Continued Blessings to All💜….

[@DrDrayzday]

Morning!

[@tonyj4271]

enjoy your Thursday all!

[@DrDrayzday]

You too!

[@timvandermey4792]

Yes the itch! Yes the impetigo. Double shampooing with Redken Volume Injection has helped. It has salicylic acid.

[@littleboyimnida]

Can i use betadine on other parts of my body if i have folliculitis there?

[@Sunny-z8d]

Help me. I used cetaphil sunscreen, and now my face feels so dry, flaky and bumpy. It’s like allergic reaction. Plz tell me how to fix it!!!!

[@micheles.2151]

Cleanliness makes a big difference in the condition of one's scalp.

[@houseofbows]

I wish this was true. I have always washed my hair daily

[@meggieprice]

And..... it's Covid- my first time. Time to cozy with the puppy and watch Dr. Dray 💜💜🤪

[@DrDrayzday]

get well soon

[@molliwilson5639]

@@DrDrayzdayso sorry

[@Hemmyii]

I had it last week. It’s everywhere right now. I hope yours is mild. If you are still early days you can ask your doc for paxlovid. That knocks it down quick. I hope you feel better soon!!

[@meggieprice]

@@Hemmyii Thank you! It ended yp being pretty mild- a couple of bad days but on the whole not so bad, They did not think I needed paxlovid based on my symptoms and how fit I am in general even though I am 71.

[@rockweezer__7]

Dude I’m a cross country runner for college and I don’t know if it’s because of the sweat. Any tips?

[@sumitjha9035]

Mam i having scalp folliculitis from almostly 6 years. I went through lots of dermatologist but after leaving medicine again it is coming back. All the doctors prescribed me mostly Doxycycline 100 mg Salicylic shampoos After that isotretion 10 mg Like that still i having problem and i am suffering a lot from this problem and i am from Nepal. Here i am not getting that type of treatment to cure this disease. can you please suggest me treatment regarding this disease. Thank you

[@YMESYDT]

Do you think a Sodium Sulfacetamide/Sulfur cleanser would be a good choice for a dry/itchy/folliculitis prone scalp? Not sure how it would affect the hair but

[@Mangalsews-sp5ux]

Theres a Scandinavian YTer with hair down to her knees who divulged that her first "shampoo" on the day she washes her hair is.standard sulpher soap (intended for the face) in bar form. She also added that she had done this since the age of 15. Considering she's in her 30s now and has an impressive head of hair and very beautiful hair it seems to have worked for her. The knack seems to be lathering the scalp not the ends. Plus she follows up with several more regular shampoos before conditioning and oiling the ends. Quite the palaver. Re conditioning and oil treatments and run this past Dr Dray skip slopping that on yr scalp. Works perfectly from below yr ears to the ends. I've found that HA serum, spraying in a leave in conditioner and a couple drops of rosehipseed oil on just the last four inches of hair keeps the length untangled- i can sit on my hair. Try not to sweat and.blot as much up as you can if that happens and you are out, wash or at least rinse the scalp asap.

[@marieantoine]

What about for pimples on the chest? Other than my bath soap, I don't apply anything else on this area. It doesn't get that sweaty either but the small pimples never seem to go away. I wanna have smooth skin there too. Hope you can make a video about this dr dray.

[@db-gb5xi]

Dr Dray does have a chest acne video from a few months ago.

[@Hemmyii]

Benzoyl peroxide wash.

[@avon1243]

I just get one pimple at a time with a lot of time between eruptions. Is that folliculitus?

[@emmastanley3795]

yooo. I always have them😮 I thought that just acnes since I got them like forever. they def affected my life sometimes since pp always ask me when they wash my hair😅 I think part of that is because I wash my hair wrong. too aggressive😅 now I use head& shoulder shampoo to wash my hair and I think it helps much with my scalp. and maybe warm water. clean hair brushes. no more condition on my roots😅 I still have a little but it doesn't affect me so much😅

[@rominab4052]

DR DRAY HOW DO I REMOVE RAZOR BUMPS IN MY LEGS AND ARMPIT?

[@Hemmyii]

She’s got a video on shaving

[@deadinside8719]

I wish I can show you my problem My country most doctor even didn't see my acne on my head

[@sarahg2653]

I use hibiclens for my chest. It is decent. Targets bacteria. I am going to try betadine though. Just hope it doesn't stain skin?

[@evelynbarry5046]

I use chlorhexidine wash and leave it on for a couple min in the shower followed by a couple min of Panoxyl on my body and it worked well. Cleared up in a few weeks

[@joannastrickland6757]

Happy Thursday everyone x

[@DrDrayzday]

Happy Thursday!

[@Art.ASMR-You2]

❤

[@joemug4079]

Goodness. I never thought a dermatologist would be almost as much needed as my GP! A see her at least twice a year. Aging is just plain hell. So all you younger peeps who will hopefully get to experience aging….be respectful of the aging! And empathetic.

[@DWPersianExcursion]

Hello doctor ❤❤

[@DrDrayzday]

Good morning!

[@amyamy8177]

Is it true that minoxidil worsens ageing? (supposedly it makes it harder for the skin to produce collagen or the collagen it produces i poorer quality. I keep seeing people that used minoxidil claim it aged them significantly + the collagen thing and i would like to hear your take on it. To me it seems that this topic of minoxidil ageing the skin along with the myth you already covered about it worsening hairloss seem to be the most widespread reasons people advice against using minoxidil.

[@DrDrayzday]

no, this is a myth

[@sarakinn2736]

The reflection in the window made me think "Oh no! Dr. Dray's new place is haunted" for a second.😁

[@user-jy7mc2gp2y]

😂

[@davidfletcher4449]

Folliculitis is a B! I've had it for over 20 years. The solution for me is/was L-Tyrosine.

[@joemug4079]

Ooooohhhhhh! If you get shingles? You’ll know it. You…will…know….it. Get a shingles vaccine!

[@kathleenmckenna8578]

My scalp pimples occur because some shampoo chemicals bother me. I wish I knew what chemicals they are.

[@jg6447able]

Just stick to the point..