🧴 1. Use Medicated or Natural Shampoos
- Ketoconazole, salicylic acid, and coal tar shampoos can treat dandruff and psoriasis.
- Natural options: Tea tree oil, apple cider vinegar, aloe vera.
💧 2. Keep Your Scalp Moisturized
- Use coconut oil, jojoba oil, or castor oil as a weekly scalp treatment.
- Hydrated scalps reduce itchiness and flaking.
🍎 3. Apply Apple Cider Vinegar Rinse
- ACV has antifungal and antibacterial properties.
- Mix 1 part vinegar with 2 parts water and rinse the scalp (leave for 10 minutes before rinsing off).
🌿 4. Tea Tree Oil Treatment
- A 2013 study in International Journal of Dermatology showed that 5% tea tree oil shampoo helped reduce itching and dandruff caused by Malassezia.
🥗 5. Improve Your Diet
- Deficiencies in zinc, vitamin B, and essential fatty acids can worsen scalp conditions.
- Add leafy greens, nuts, fish, and eggs to your diet.
🧠 When to See a Doctor
If you experience:
- Severe itching or pain
- Open sores or pus
- Hair loss
- Symptoms that don’t improve with home treatment in 2 weeks
A dermatologist can provide accurate diagnosis and prescription-strength treatments.
🔬 Scientific Backing
- Ketoconazole shampoo: Effective against fungal causes of dandruff (Journal of Dermatological Treatment, 2018).
- Tea tree oil: Proven antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory effects (Clinical Microbiology Reviews, 2006).
- Coal tar: Reduces cell turnover in psoriasis (British Journal of Dermatology, 2011).
🌟 Conclusion
An itchy scalp may be triggered by something as simple as dry skin or something more serious like an infection or autoimmune condition. Identifying the root cause is essential for effective treatment. With the right approach—whether it’s changing your shampoo or consulting a dermatologist—you can soothe the itch and restore scalp health.
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