Persistent flaky scalp

Sep 18, 2016

Kylie F.

I have had a pretty flaky scalp over the last few years and I'm going crazy trying to find a solution. I've done coconut oil, olive oil, t gel, extra strength t gel, diet change, expensive scalp oils, dozens of hair masks, clarifying shampoos, and no luck. I seem to always have it. But it gets worse as my hair gets dirtier. Really desperate for help here.

Sep 18, 2016

Lara C.

Hey Kylie. I've been through this too. I tried everything for years until I visited the dermatologist and he said I have eczema on my scalp. I now have a prescription shampoo and lotion and they truly make an incredibly difference and I can finally let my hair done without being nervous about flakes.

Sep 19, 2016

Kylie F.

Thank you! I'm just not sure that my insurance covers dermatology 🙈 I will look into it but am open to any other suggestions.

Sep 19, 2016

Lara C.

If not when my eczema isn't toooo bad I use a lush shampoo called rehab. the peppermint is really good at getting rid of the fungus, you can even get peppermint essential oil and add a few drops. but honestly, if nothing works then you need medicated products and the only way is through your doctor or derm... I know it can be pricey.

Sep 19, 2016

Lara C.

Nizoral is good Alura, but in my experience T-Gel is stronger and she said it didnt work for her :/

Sep 19, 2016

Alura J.

I have tried tgel, head and shoulders, tea tree oil, coconut oil etc.too. This is the only one that has ended up working for me.

It is a bit pricey for the amount you get, I think its 14 dollars. I use it about 1 a week now for maintenance, but I was using it 2-3 times a week when mine was bad.

I find it to be stripping like how a clarifying shampoo is, so I always use a hair mask after on the lengths (not at my scalp) so it doesn't dry my hair out too much.