How do you get rid of dandruf?

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mandarin_orange	selsun blue. or head & shoulders. but Selsun blue works better. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

heatherrandy	tea tree oil baby oil stuff for cradle cap in baby isle Neutrogena works good Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

KungShoe	Well after trying both Head and Shoulders and Selson Blue, my best suggestion is to just shave your head or get a buzz cut. From all of my friends' experiences, this was the best way to relieve the situation and it does in fact work and is very cost efficient too. I know you will have to deal with a new appearance, but it may even help you get more girls -- Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

BASEBALL7069	head and shoulders Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

daijoubu~	wash your hair. use some kind of a dandruff shampoo. head and shoulder workds. or use conditioner. and don't wash your hair with really hot water, it will cause your scalp to be dry Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

Andrew	dandruff shampoo Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

Obamania	you have to shampoo your hair at least twice a week and be certain that it is not sebhorric dermatitis Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

Bean	Head and shoulders is my only advice. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

Ditzy	Go to a store that sells hair products, and find Heads and Shoulders shampoo and conditioner, which is made especially for dandruff. It works wonders, and it takes away dandruff in a short time. :] Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

Penny Eyes	Selsum Blue Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

happiecammper	You may try Head and Shoulders or ask your doctor or a pharmacist. :) Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

licht702000	A lot of people told me a lot of house remedies and shampoos but believe it or not the only one that worked was head and shoulders. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

Frango	I use head and shoulders, and i have no dandruf. that or shave your head (or where ever..) Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

Life is Good!	you head and shoulders! Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

tommiejbrothers	do not use conditor for a couple weeks shampoo with Selsun blue ot something like that Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

nicole b	head and shoulders shampoo Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

the cooliest name imaginable	head and shoulder and stay in the shower for a longer time than ussual and scrub hard. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

Create Zen	Neuterogena T-Gel or Head and Shoulders extra strength. Good luck. Go see a dermatologist if you have to. Dandruff is just a sign of dry scalp. In severe cases, if can make you scratch your scalp raw, so seek medical attention if this doesn't go away or heal soon. Check out a product like scalpacin. I heard it works wonders. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

ஐ.:xOpheliacx:.ஐ™ †☽	selsum blue with aloe works for me. If that doesn't work heat up olive oil and put it on your scalp (don't make it too hot obviously) and put a shower cap and towel over your head and leave it on for 20 mins or longer if necessary. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

ica03	scratch your scalp :D try to get rid of themm. and yeat, head and shoulders Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

knicname	Try Selsun Blue...it contains Selenium, a mineral that is a strong antioxidant. I've used it & it was very effective. Tea Tree Oil/Shampoo from health food store. It is an anti-fungal/Antibacterial. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

digitalchinky	Anti-dandruff shampoo, if it really doesn't work then you probably have a different skin irritant than the (mystery) one that causes dandruff. You'll need to go see your doctor. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

Julian White	have short hair [and i mean really short] and use head & shoulders shampoo. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

Sarah with an H	T-gel shampoo work really good... also go to the store and look for shampoo thats talks about really dry scalp and try those. If none of those works you could always go to a salon and ask the hair stylist there what they think you should do.... good luck Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

Kristy	Methods of getting rid of dandruff Commercial dandruff shampoos Here I will list the active ingredients used in the most common anti-dandruff shampoos and explain what they do. Make sure you read the labels when shopping for a particular ingredient since the same brand often produces similar products with different ingredients. Always follow the instructions on the labels. Zinc pyrithione (Head & Shoulders classic, Pert Plus dandruff Control) Zinc pyrithione, or Zinc omadine is an anti-fungal and Antibacterial agent that is most commonly used to fight the dandruff caused by yeasts and fungi. Once you begin using this treatment, stopping will often cause dandruff to return worse than before treatment began. Ketoconazole (Nizoral AntiDandruff shampoo) Ketoconazole is an anti-fungal drug used to treat dandruff caused by yeasts and fungi. Dandruff usually returns after treatment is stopped. Selenium Sulfide (Selsun blue, Head & Shoulders Intensive) Selenium Sulfide is an anti-fungal agent used to treat dandruff caused by yeasts and fungi. In the US, 1% solutions can be purchased over-the-counter and 2.5% solutions are available by prescription. Dandruff often returns when treatment is stopped. Coal Tar (Ionil-T, Neutrogena T/Gel therapeutic) Coal Tar is a liquid by-product of the distillation of coal. It is used in shampoos meant to treat head lice and psoriasis. Be warned, Coal Tar is on the NIOSH carcinogen list as a potential cancer-causing agent. Salicylic Acid (Ionil) Salicylic Acid based shampoos are used to help the scalp shed excess skin more easily, which in turn helps to keep skin pores from getting clogged. HOPE THIS HELPS!! :) Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

becker-lisa@sbcglobal.net	How long are you rinsing your hair? try rinsing longer.Like for one whole song on the radio, yea that long, just rinse! if you still have flakes you can use vinegar to help cleanse the scalp at the end of the shampoo but before the conditioner. yes you need conditioner its a moisturizer. maybe your scalp is just dry from the wrong choice of shampoos. what kind of shampoo are you using? clarifying shampoos are too harsh for daily use. find a stylist in your area and ask for guidance in understanding the products, each line has just about the same stuff ,although they each may have their own name for each item like how pal-made is pal made but a bunch of companies make the stuff... capish? Im a stylist in ca. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

cheryl d	you need to go to a dermatologist to get something special. and to all those people who answered 'head and shoulders': did you not read the question? you said you tried everything.... Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

bojeanfloyd	We wish we knew what you have tried. Head and Shoulders is so very good!!! You don't want to hear this, I know.....but you may not have dandruff. You could have an eczema. If you've tried all the over the counter dandruff shampoos, please see your doctor. There are prescriptions that can do wonders for you!!! If you have a mom that pays for stuff, you need to seek her help and tell her this. You really need help for that scalp. I am an RN Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

dagonyah	You could have psoriasis, seborrhoeic dermatitis or fungal infection which all are conditions that can appear to be dandruff on your head. Go see a dermatologist and they can see what's up. Also, try and not scratch it. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

Dancer92	Treat a dry scalp with Moisturizing oils and lotions to get rid of dandruff. An invigorating scalp scrub or oil (try something with Peppermint in it) can help to heal dry and flaky skin, as well as improve circulation -- another key factor in the presence of dandruff. Other ways to improve circulation to and treat an irritated scalp include alternating rinses under cold and warm water, exercising in the fresh air and sunshine (use Sunscreen), and brushing or massaging your scalp before shampooing. A healthy diet can prevent and get rid of dandruff. Excessive intake of fats, oils, starches, sugars can create the imbalances and nutritional deficiencies that cause an unhealthy scalp and, in turn, dandruff. B Vitamins (especially B6), Vitamin A, healthy fats found in nuts and flax, Garlic, and oil of Oregano are all feasible dandruff-fighting dietary supplements. Food allergies can also be behind your dandruff; common allergies include chocolate, nuts, and shellfish. Stress and anxiety can contribute to dandruff. Emotional, mental, and physical stress play a huge factor in your overall health, dandruff and scalp included. Lack of sleep and rest, stress and worry about your work and/or personal life, illness, and fluctuating hormones can all contribute to your dandruff problem. Just because something bigger doesn't seem directly connected to the state of your scalp doesn't mean you can discount in your dandruff treatment plan. Be aware of your mental and emotional state of health, and be willing take steps to improve problems there in order to get rid of physcial problems like dandruff. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

Corinne	wash your hair EVERY night with Head & Shoulders and dont scrub contdiner into your scalp it creates more dry Skin. if you live in a climate thats cold then thats your problem. wear a hat to keep your head warm. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No