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So in the last two months I've noticed that just running my hand through my hair will produce a lot of flakes. And my scalp gets itchy after 2 days bc it generates oil kinda fast, which tends to prompt more flakes to fall.It's weird because it's never been a problem of mine in the past two years of growing my hair out. Now that I have the issue, I have no idea how to handle it (I don't want to use dandruff shampoo because from what i understand it tends to be rougher than regular shampoo).
Any advice would be appreciated, my dudes
I've had problems with dandruff too, i usually just use Head & Shoulders classic clean conditioner. (I'll also sometimes use
Head and Shourlers Clsssic Clean Shampoo after I use coconut oil.)
I haven't noticed it to be rougher.
I have a similar problem. My hair really wicks away the oil my scalp produces. So even though I technically have oily scalp, it all ends up in my hair, and my scalp ends up dry, itchy, and flaky. So I used Paul Mitchell's tea tree shampoo every few days, and follow that with tea tree conditioner massaged into my scalp. It doesn't stop anything but it really helps alleviate the itching and flaking.
Well, this dudette can offer some.
I can't vouch for any of these, haven't tried them myself, but some have found that using an apple cider vinegar (acv) rinse helps to control dandruff. Others have found applying Tea Tree Oil to the scalp is also effective.
I can vouch for the fact that washing hair too frequently, encourages sebum production, and if you are prone to dandruff, too much sebum (natural oil your scalp produces) can exacerbate a dandruff condition. Also, be sure you are not applying any conditioners to the scalp. You should always apply heavily on the ends, and sparingly to the roots, never to the scalp.
If you want to do acv, add around 4 TBSP's (1/4 cup) of acv to 3/4 cup of preferably filtered tap water (filtered to remove chlorine). You can also measure out the tap water, place it in an open container, and leave it to sit out for a day, the chlorine will dissipate naturally. After your normal shampooing & conditioning, pour the solution all over your scalp and hair. Wait a minute or two, then rinse. Only do this once a week.
Tea Tree oil can be bought in a liquid suspension, even though it's called 'oil', it isn't oily/greasy. Many bottles come with droppers, so you could dribble it on to your scalp and massage it in with your fingertips. Apply, wait a few minutes, then shampoo/condition as usual. Use sparingly. Alternately, you could add 6 drops to a bottle of shampoo, and wash your hair and scalp with it.
There are also different types of dandruff products, if one doesn't agree with you, you could try another.
I've always had problems with dandruff, tea tree oil shampoo isn't a cure, but helps a lot (I use Paul Mitchell's one, it's expensive but I like it a lot).
Also, I use a humidifier during winter, or when I've lived in dry climates - also helps (not only with itchiness, but also with your skin and general comfort).
When I get itchy, I brush my hair with a paddle brush - helps a lot and I think it's a lot better for your hair than scratching your scalp with your fingers.
Someone mentioned apple cider vinegar - there I'd be concerned about pH, but if it's really watered down maybe it wouldn't matter.
Dave
