How To Remove Flakes From Scalp

Dr. Karuna ChawlaBHMSHomeopath

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For dandruff wash your hair every alternate day you can mix arnica q (25 drops) and jaborandi q (15 drops). Apply on scalp. Wash hair next day. Do it twice a week you can contact me for a detailed consultation. 

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Dr. Sajeev KumarC.S.C, D.C.H, M.B.B.SCardiologist

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There is no other go but to accept the fact that there is no complete cure for dandruff. You can't remove dandruff but only take measures to reduce the shedding of the dead skin cells from your scalp. When your scalp lacks the required oil content, it becomes dry and starts to whither minute flake of dead skin cells. 

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Dr. Jayvirsinh ChauhanMD - Homeopathy, BHMSHomeopath

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Yes it can be seborrheic Dermatitis... You can consult me at lybrate for homoeopathic treatment.. It can cure it permanently. 

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Dr. Rashmi ShuklaBHMS, MD - Alternate MedicineHomeopath

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Hair fall may happen due to many reason like anaemia, nutritional deficiency, skin disorder, mental and physical trauma, stress,hormonal imbalance ,dandruff. In homeopathy, a huge no. Of wonderful medicines are present that are used to tackle hair fall. You have to maintain your diet, avoid strong chemical effects, styling tools and remove the cause first and also follow the step. If needed we can provide you the hair care regimen, totally natural, free from artificial fragrances and colours which can stop the hair fall naturally. If you want homeopathic treatment you can contact us. 

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Dr. Bhavin DhamsaniyaBHMS, Diploma In Naturopathy & Yogic Science (DNYS)Homeopathy Doctor

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Dandruff Do you suffer from dry or oily scalp? Do you see visible white flakes on your head? Does your scalp itch too much? Does wearing dark-colored clothes embarrass you in public? Do you lack confidence because of these white flakes? If answer to the most of the above questions is YES, then you are probably suffering from Dandruff. Dandruff is a very common problem and causes public embarrassment due to itching of scalp and visible white flakes on clothes. WHAT IS DANDRUFF? Dandruff is nothing but a very common skin condition which causes flakiness of scalp. The scalp is made up of skin cells. When these cells die, they shed in the form of white flakes. Shedding of skin is a natural process, but if dead cells removal becomes excessive, the flakes become visible and the condition is called Dandruff. Did You Know? Dandruff affects nearly half of the human population It is more common in males Most cases of Dandruff are seen after puberty Dandruff is not contagious, although it can be publically embarrassing If you have this discomforting condition, get it treated now! WHAT HAPPENS IN DANDRUFF? Itchiness and flakiness of scalp is the hallmark of Dandruff. White flakes over the scalp and hair. Flakes when in excess, fall on shoulder Flakes more noticeable on wearing dark coloured clothes Itchiness, soreness, redness of scalp Flakes may be dry or greasy WHAT CAN DANDRUFF LEAD TO? Though Dandruff does not cause any harm to your health, it can damage your self-esteem and self-confidence and lead to severe and acute embarrassment. Hair loss and affection of the skin of the rest of the body can happen in extreme cases. Few oversensitive young people may become emotionally and socially withdrawn and even become depressed! HOW WELL HOMEOPATHY WORKS IN DANDRUFF? Homeopathy is adept in managing symptoms of Dandruff and has an exemplary success rate. Treatment For Dandruff with Homeopathy ensures not only a reduction of the symptoms, but also restores the balance of skin cells to prevent recurrent. Homeopathy is natural, safe and without any side-effects, and one can enjoy complete freedom from Dandruff. Moreover, it also helps in removing all other associated symptoms. Homeopathic Treatment For Dandruff has more than 100 natural, side-effect free remedies in its treasury for the treatment of this condition. Few of our remedies include: Sanicula: Very usefuls remedy for dandruff which is scaly and profuse. Suitable for patients who have dread of downward motion. There is associated profuse sweat at back of head & nape of neck during sleep. Patient's thirst is less. Badiaga: One of the leading remedies for Dandruff with extremely dry and sore scalp. There is sensation of enlargement and fullness. Thirst is increased. Phosphorus: Great remedy for Dandruff with itching of scalp. Hair falls out in large bunches. Suits well to tall, slender, narrow chested with clear skin individuals. Kali Sulphuricum: Excellent remedy in Dandruff with associated baldness. Baldness in spots is treated well by this remedy. Flakes are yellow in colour. Also good for associated ringworm of scalp or beard with abundant scales. For finding which medicine is best for you can contact us online for consults or for full treatment with homeopathic medicine. 

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Dr. Anvika MittalMD - Dermatology, MBBS, Diplomate of American Board of Laser SurgeryDermatologist

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Hi, FREQUENT HEAD WASH: Wash your hair minimum three times a week. Dead skin, oil and white flakes should be washed off frequently. Every day washing is also good. Use shampoos containing salicylic acid etc. Keep lather for five minutes before washing it off, thus giving medicine time to act. # CURD AND LEMON: Apply curd or lemon on scalp half an hour before head wash. Lactic and citric acid present in curd and lemon respectively, kills fungus causing dandruff. Apply it continuously for few days till dandruff vanishes. Thereafter, use once a week or fortnight for prevention of recurrence. Once a week apply curd, once a week lemon (don’t apply both together on same day). # AVOID PROLONGED OILING: Too much of oiling, specially leaving oil overhead throughout the day post washing provides excellent breeding ground for dandruff to grow. Apply oil half an hour before head wash, never after that. Oil is good for hair provided applied the right way. Whatever, oil goes deep into hair roots helps. The one left over scalp and hair just attracts dust and pollution and acts as a nice breeding ground for fungus to grow. In case scalp and hair feel dry post head wash apply Aloe Vera gel to combat dryness instead of oil. # DON’T TIE WET HAIR: Avoid tying wet hair. Moist environment facilitates fungus growth thus aggravating dandruff. # PRESCRIPTION BASED ANTI DANDRUFF LOTIONS: Consult a dermatologist who would prescribe anti dandruff lotions to be applied on scalp at night and after bathing. # Very severe cases of dandruff, where white flakes are accompanied by redness and itching is called –Seborrheic Dermatitis. Along with scalp, red scaly rashes are also seen on eyebrows, chest and behind the ears. Steroid based shampoos like Sebowash and mild steroid and salicylic based lotion application on scalp and rashes left overnight would help. Consult your dermatologist for same. 

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Dr. Tarannum ShaikhB.H.M.S., Post Graduate Certificate In Nutrition, Obesity & HealthHomeopath

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Hello lybrate-user Your itchy and flaky scalp could be a cuase of your hairfall. IT could be that you have a scalp infection which is affecting your hair growth. Another cause could be hormonal considering that you mentioned about some patches on your face. A detailed case history is essential before we can zero in on the cause of your hair fall and then start homeopathic treatment accordingly, which will help control the dandruff and the hair fall and improve health in general. Also, please avoid massage of scalp with oil, if it is very dry just apply warm oil on scalp an hour before bath or overnight and then shampoo. Do not leave oil in scalp. Keep your comb separate and wash it daily. Avoid scratching scalp or removing flakes. For more questions or information or if you wish to take homeopathy, please feel free to contact me. 

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Dr. Garima SharmaMBBSGeneral Physician

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Hi lybrate-user, Dandruff is most common problems faced by several people across the world, it a type of skin problem faced on scalp which happens due to presence of bacteria and fungus which might also be infectious. Apart from production of dry flakes on scalp this is also known to result in itchiness due to the irritation when these dry flakes are formed in huge quantities. These homemade techniques are found to be effective in resolving the issue entirely, from several options available. Chemical shampoos make your scalp further dry worsening your dandruff. Try these home remedies to get rid of dandruff completely. 1. Tea Tree oil: This oil is known to be one of the strongest available natural antiseptics hence it is known to be effective in treating dandruff, only few drops of this oil to regularly used shampoo is enough to wash the hair. Even otherwise one tablespoon of this oil mixed with warm water is sufficient to be used as a spray which can be sprayed using spray bottle after shampooing the hair. Later the hair has to be massaged after drying up the wet hair. 2. White Vinegar: It plays role of being one of the important ingredients in treating dandruff due to the acetic acid that ensures that the scalp does not allow existence of bacteria and fungus. One part of vinegar mixed with three parts of water which makes the solution to be perfectly used for washing the hair after which it has to be cleaned with normal water. Vinegar can also be applied directly on hair after which it has to be wrapped in towel and left so for entire night and has to be washed in the morning with regular shampoo. 3. Olive oil: Dryness of scalp can be easily treated with olive oil making it the best moisturizer available, also when the use of extra virgin olive oil is made daily it is said to lessen the drying and flaking of skin. Best way to use olive oil is to slightly heat it until it is warm enough to be applied on the scalp after which it has to be massaged after which it has to be wrapped in towel for about half an hour. Finally the hair has to be brushed to remove all the dry scales and wash the hair thoroughly. 4. Fenugreek seeds: Fenugreek herb is known to prevent any development of fungus at the same time it is also known to soothe the scalp at the same time it is also known to keep a check on dandruff to such an extent. To get better use from fenugreek it is suggested to soak these seeds in water for entire night before making it into paste in the morning and applying on the scalp to be left on for few hours. The hair has to be later on be washed with mild shampoo also the water used for soaking seeds can be used for final wash of hair, those suffering with serious dandruff problem will probably have to use this treatment twice each week. 5. Aloe Vera: Ability to heal and fight against bacteria and fungus is known to help in controlling dandruff which is abundantly present in aloe vera for which juice has to be freshly extracted from the part. Apart from juice even aloe vera gel can be applied on hair for some time just before going to shower, later the hair has to be washed with mild shampoo which when repeated twice every day will have a check on the dandruff. Hope this helps. Good luck. 

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Dr. Garima SharmaMBBSGeneral Physician

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Hi lybrate-user, I will suggest both traditional and natural treatments to help remove dandruff and bring your hair back to a normal condition. 1. Use both a zinc pyrithione shampoo and anti-dandruff shampoo containing selenium sulfide, alternating each one daily. Let the shampoo sit in your hair for five minutes. Rinse out and condition as normal. 2. Apply vitamin E oil directly to your scalp, massaging into the roots of your hair. Let it sit for 10 minutes. Jacknin claims that vitamin E oil helps to soften your scalp. 3. Take supplements of biotin, vitamin A and vitamin B12 daily. Follow the directions on each label to take the recommended dosage. Each supplement may help to relieve dandruff. 4. Make a strong tea of burdock root by purchasing some in bulk at your health food store. Pour a one-half cup of burdock into a cooking pot. Pour 4 cups of water, and slowly bring to a boil. Let the herbs simmer for 20 minutes. Strain the herbs with a mesh strainer and let it cool. Use this tea as a hair rinse to help remove dandruff. Burdock root produces an oil that contains essential fatty acids that may to control dandruff. 5. Add 2 tsp. Of tea tree oil to 1 quart of water. Mix both and apply to the roots of your hair. Balch says this mixture helps to reduce fungal infection in your scalp. Do not pick or scratch your scalp, as this may make it worse. You may want to check with your doctor before taking herbs or other nutritional supplements, as they may interact with certain medications. Things You'll Need / Zinc pyrithione shampoo / Anti-dandruff shampoo containing selenium sulfide / Vitamin E oil / Biotin supplement / Vitamin A supplement / Vitamin B12 supplement / Burdock root herb / Cooking pot /Strainer /Tea tree oil Hope this helps. Good Luck. 

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Dr. Shreyas BansalMD Hom., Certificate in Food and Nutrition, BHMS, Diploma In Yoga, PGDMHomeopath

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There are many causes of hair fall, like exposure to pollution, dandruff, prolong stress, chemical content of shampoo, prolong illness like malaria, typhoid, hormonal imbalance (like hypothyroidism), nutrition deficiency etc.; Have protein rich diet like milk, egg, etc. Add more fruits in diet, avoid Stress, have enough sleep (7-8 hrs), avoid chemical added shampoo and cosmetic hair oils. Give coconut/almond oil massage to scalp. Use arnica shampoo and jaborandi hair oil FOR DANDRUFF - you must try natural way to treat dandruff - 1 Tea tree oil - One study showed that shampoos with just 5 percent tea tree oil significantly improves the severity of dandruff. You can also add a few drops of tea tree oil to your favorite shampoo as you wash normally. 2. Baking soda - Your kitchen could hold the key to an itch-free, flake-free scalp. Wet your hair and then rub a handful of baking soda vigorously into your scalp. Skip the shampoo and go right to rinsing. Baking soda reduces overactive fungi that can cause dandruff. Your hair may get dried out at first, but after a few weeks your scalp will start producing natural oils, leaving your hair softer and free of flakes. 3. Apple cider vinegar - apple cider vinegar as a dandruff treatment, as the acidity of apple cider vinegar changes the pH of your scalp, making it harder for yeast to grow. Mix a quarter cup apple cider vinegar with a quarter cup water in a spray bottle and spritz on your scalp. Wrap your head in a towel and let sit for 15 minutes to an hour, then wash your hair as usual. Do this twice a week. 4. Coconut oil - coconut oil is a "tried and true" dandruff treatment, and it smells nice too. Before showering, massage 3-5 tablespoons of coconut oil into your scalp and let sit for about an hour. Shampoo normally. You can also look for a shampoo that already contains coconut oil. 5. Lemon - Just massage 2 tablespoons lemon juice into your scalp and rinse with water. Then stir 1 teaspoon lemon juice into 1 cup water and rinse your hair with it. Repeat this daily until your dandruff disappears. Lemon's acidity helps balance the pH of your scalp, which helps keeps dandruff at bay. 6. Table salt - The abrasiveness of ordinary table salt works great for scrubbing out dandruff flakes before you shampoo. Grab a saltshaker and shake some salt onto your dry scalp. Then work it through your hair, giving your scalp a massage. You'll find you've worked out the dry, flaky skin and are ready for a shampoo. Take homeopathic treatment for chronic hair fall and dandruff. It is natural and holistic way of treatment. Medicine is selected individually on basis of thorough details of patient like medical history, cause, routine, temperament etc. Hence well selected remedy gives complete relief and promotes new hair growth. Message back for online homeopathic consultation. 

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