Itchy scalp

[Morris1954]

Hi,
Can anyone suggest anything to help improve my itchy scalp, it drives me crazy.
I think I've tried just about every shampoo and conditioner available, but nothing works.
Any ideas?:confused:

[Yogi001]

Hi Morris1954,

This is not exactly a product, but these ideas may offer some comfort.

1) 1 x tablespoon of veg oil and 2-3 drops of Tea Tree oil, massage into scalp, leave for 5 minutes, then wash off with shampoo.

2) Lemon juice directly applied to the scalp if you have dandruff, leave on for 5 minutes then shampoo off

3) Put equal amounts of Apple Cider Vinegar and water into a spray bottle, spray on damp hair, leave on for 5 minutes, wash off with shampoo.

Keep us posted, best of wishes :D

[John B]

Have you considered it might me the use of shampoo's and conditioners? maybe you are allergic to what they have in them all? - just a thought.

[Teri23]

I think John B may be right, I think it has something to do with the sulphates and parabens in the shampoos, I think they make the shampoo bubble up. I know Liz Earle (http://uk.lizearle.com/haircare/botanical-shine-shampoo.html) does a sulphate free shampoo. I've never tried it, but you could give that a go.

[Gwen Jones]

Have you tried coconut oil? It seems it's used on everything now-a-days.:rolleyes:

Try massaging into your scalp, leave in overnight (sleep on a towel over your pillow) in the morning shampoo off, and bingo!

If this doesn't work, at least you'll have nice nails.

[Kellyjames]

Chinese medicine would suggest that maybe your dry scalp is due to an overworked liver or a blood deficiency.
It might be worth having a look to see what they say about overcoming these problems.

[Morris1954]

I Changed my shampoo to one that is free of just about everything. It seems the less you get in these products the more you pay:rolleyes:

Anyway, my scalp is much improved, but not perfect.

[Louise]

Have a good look at your diet, are you getting enough of the right oils, does your skin feel generally dry? You may need to add in a probiotic to your diet or increase your good fats to help your body produce your natural protective oils.

[Louise]

Hi Morris1954,
I suffered with an itchy scalp and changed my shampoo multiple of time to achieve an itch free scalp, only to find short relief.
i tried Phillip Kingsley 'itchy flaky' shampoo with some benefit, the range also does a shampoo and conditioner which is free of everything, I used that as my conditioner. An excellent range, which I would recommend if you can afford it. Personally, I wanted to find something cheaper and more sustainable financially.
whilst buying my toothpaste (Lavera), I came across the whole range of products, so thought I'd give it a go, I have found the over several washes my scalp has got better and better.

I also, try to tackle dry skin from the inside, by making sure I have nutrients that will support my natural oils. It is important to be aware that beauty and health comes from within, out skin is an outward sign of internal issues.