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Can anyone help me with my itchy scalp?

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ItTook8WibesToKnow7WasEnough · 02/11/2024 15:43

My scalp is more or less itchy and now burning all year round, but with winter coming it always gets worse.

I don’t have dandruff. I only use shampoo and conditioner, I don’t dye or use other products, my hair is fine and oily - but my scalp is dry.

Any suggestions are highly appreciated.

OP posts:
PotatoBreadForTheWin · 02/11/2024 20:24

HappyStep1 · 02/11/2024 16:06

I have an itchy scalp, started about a year ago, think it is menopause related.
Medicated shampoo evey other wash stops it getting scaly (which was particularly unpleasant).

This. I think it's hormonal for me too. I've found faith in nature is good for it. Can't use really cheap shampoos any more.

cardibach · 02/11/2024 20:10

RechargeableGnu · 02/11/2024 19:01

Moogoo has worked wonders for DD: https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B07L52C9HT/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I came to say MooGoo. Been brilliant for me too. Get it direct from the company though.

myrosehasleftme · 02/11/2024 20:07

I lost all my hair a year ago post chemo and it gave me a chance at last to sort my scalp out! I used a shampoo called Healpsorin which contains salicylic acid and cleared any scaling. I now know it is absolutely caused by SLS and use the kinkind rice protein soap as recommended by a pp. if I change even for a day the itchiness is back with a vengeance.

JustWalkingTheDogs · 02/11/2024 19:57

I use TGel shampoo for my itchy scalp.

boomdeboom · 02/11/2024 19:56

Although what helps when my scalp has been really bad is lathering in the shampoo on dry hair and leaving it for 15 mins before getting in the shower and rinsing it out. I don't think people leave dandruff shampoo on for the required amount of time in the shower before rinsing.

boomdeboom · 02/11/2024 19:55

I've just bought the new sulfate free head and shoulders. It's called head and shoulders bare. Just used it tonight for the first time and so far so good!!!

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ItTook8WibesToKnow7WasEnough · 02/11/2024 19:52

Thank you so much everyone.
I’m checking out all of your suggestions, I thought there was no hope and now I need to choose where to start!

Millions of thanks.

I did check my current shampoos and all of them (3) sodium lauryl sulphate, so I’ll check the next one won’t have that.

And someone asked if I use dry shampoo. No I don’t, I did at some point but had to stop, it made my scalp so much worse after just few uses.

Also, I just re-read my opening post and I just want to apolize for my terrible english! It’s amazing that anyone understood me! Sorry!

Again, thank you everyone.

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Elle771 · 02/11/2024 19:51

Coconut oil!! (can get a massive jar of the pure stuff on amazon/supermarket for a fiver and lasts forever)

Scrabbelator · 02/11/2024 19:45

I suffered from burning scalp and no shampoos helped ease it. Through a process of elimination, I realised it was caused by histamine intolerance. Once I cut out high histamine foods from my diet, my scalp returned to normal, and I've had no problems with it since (five years now with no reoccurrence).

U13579 · 02/11/2024 19:34

It might just need a simple shampoo change. We use TreSemme in this hoise and one time there wasn't the exact one we usually get so I picked another one the same but different (think moisturising instead of conditioning or something like that) it makes my scalp burn and itch like crazy!

Attelina · 02/11/2024 19:32

https://www.hollandandbarrett.com/shop/product/balmonds-scalp-oil-60033942

100% natural

Effective conditioning treatment

Rich in nourishing hemp seed oil

Balmonds Hair & Scalp Oil 50ml

A totally natural hair & scalp treatment, formulated as an alternative to synthetic treatments and shampoos which can strip natural oils from the skin and dry out sensitive scalps.

This gorgeous blend of different oils - herb-infused oils of nettle, calendula and chickweed, stimulating tea tree and rosemary, incredibly nourishing hemp and borage oils - gives hair and skin exactly what they need to stay clean, healthy and hydrated. You can use Balmonds Scalp Oil as an intensive overnight conditioning treatment for the whole scalp or apply just to areas that need some extra care. Suitable for vegans.
Other products in the range -

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LastNightMyPJsSavedMyLife · 02/11/2024 19:25

Do you use dry shampoo Op?

AnnaDelvorkina · 02/11/2024 19:24

I used to use Body Shop ginger shampoo, Maybe it’s still available on eBay or similar?

Try not to over rinse and not to use too hot water.

Circlingthesun · 02/11/2024 19:22

I use aveeno oat milk shampoo n conditioner n it's great, soothes my scalp n makes my hair fluffy and soft.

I also use neutropenia T gel coal tar once a week which helps keep my scalp eczema under control.

Sticklebricks · 02/11/2024 19:20

I’ve used the Umberto Giannini, Nizoral and the Body Shop Ginger shampoos but I think Vichy Dercos is the best.

Baddaybigcloud · 02/11/2024 19:11

The only thing!

Can anyone help me with my itchy scalp?
claudiawinklemansfringetrimmer · 02/11/2024 19:08

Another vote for Nizoral, my husband swears by it but it needs to be this one not the newer foaming shampoo one. There was a bit of a shortage a while ago and I ended up driving to a random Boots in a village 25 mins away as they said they had one in stock- there were two other people there looking for it!

Can anyone help me with my itchy scalp?
lightand · 02/11/2024 19:05

MyLovelyLily · 02/11/2024 18:45

Certain vitamin deficiencies can cause a dry scalp whilst your hair remains the same as before.

Which ones please?

NeverDropYourMooncup · 02/11/2024 19:00

Eucerin scalp lotion is good and doesn't make your hair greasy. You could try that with T-Gel (the original type).

ScrambledSmegs · 02/11/2024 18:55

I’m sensitive to sodium laurel/laureth sulphate and some other foaming agents commonly found in liquid shampoos. Even supposedly natural ones.

I recently bought a rice protein bar shampoo for travelling and it’s the first one I’ve tried in ages that doesn’t cause irritation. Not sure whether it’s because it’s a solid shampoo or because of the rice protein but I’m counting it as a win either way.

FYI it’s called Give Me Strength by KinKind. I’ve only tried the shampoo as I love my regular conditioner.

MyLovelyLily · 02/11/2024 18:45

Certain vitamin deficiencies can cause a dry scalp whilst your hair remains the same as before.

AlpacaMittens · 02/11/2024 18:43

I had the same. Used expense shampoos, got a prescription for a medicinal shampoo, the works. They helped - until the itchiness came back. What helped keep it completely at bay was using Vosene shampoo. It's just unbelievably good. My local Savers do a coconut version of Vosene and it's just the best thing ever.

twohotwaterbottles · 02/11/2024 18:39

Soozikinzii · 02/11/2024 15:51

Nizoral shampoo from the chemists is very good . My DH has extremely sensitive skin and the dermatologist prescribes it for him.

I second this ☺️

DilemmaDelilah · 02/11/2024 18:32

I'm using Nizoral at the moment which seems to have relieved my itchy scalp. I have just bought some shampoo from l'Occitane for sensitive scalp, which I am hoping will work as well.

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