Scalp Psoriasis

Support and advice about scalp psoriasis.


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julie
...feeling frustrated julie @tisme

what can I do about bad psoriasis of the scalp its itching me like crazy
Dirk
Dirk - I am using Kertyol P.S.O shampoo of Ducray and it helps
Kathryn
Kathryn - Have you ever heard of Diprosalic ointment? It's brilliant. Its like giving your dry, sore, itchy... More »
Dale
Dale - I use Nioxin shampoo and tea tree oil shampoo to calm the itching.
julie
...feeling frustrated julie @tisme

scalp psoriasis is driving me crazy my scalp feels like its being suffocated, and talk about itch. i dread going to the hairdressers, its gotten bad lately HELP
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Rosie
Rosie - I know how you feel. That and face/neck P is so noticeable that it just makes me anxious. Hopeful... More »
Deb
Deb - Yes. They know what it is, just notify them when you make your appointment, it will be fine.
Patricia
Patricia - Try using Neutrogena T gel shampoo
psomom
...feeling hopeful psomom @psomom

5 days of putting Apple cider vinegar on the head and the boy’s scalp has almost cleared up. Fingers crossed if we do this a couple times a week it will stay clear. It’s a battle though.

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Julia
Julia - I wonder where do you buy a UV comb??? maybe on Amazon
Lynn
Lynn - pso mom...by any chance was your son on anti-biotics lately? reason I ask, when my son (who also ... More »
psomom
psomom - Sorry to hear that Lynn. I know that strep is a common cause or trigger for glutate. Not sure abo... More »
Rosey
...feeling happy Rosey @sue2023

Coal tar doesn't stain baths But has stained my hair,true,client said today what a Lovely shade of red.R an to mirror and it was true,Has anyone had a colour change from coal tar shampoo?Is a nice shade of red am usually brown.
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Jane
Jane - I use coal tar shampoo but find it’s not doing much to help my flakes , I really don’t like the s... More »
Jannie
Jannie - I use coal tar soap and nope no red in them senior highlights
Michelle
Michelle - My hair used to be plum but I looked like a Casper with a burning head. Love the red color on hair.
Kay
...feeling okay Kay @nuggetsmcr

Hey all, sorry havent been on much i changed phone and forgot my logins lol. Hope your all good, my P has redeveloped on my scalp but its okay for now, not to bad, face is still sore aswell, seems to be fighting against the steroids now lol.
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Michelle
Michelle - Always a pleasure :)
Psoriatic4good
Psoriatic4good - Nuggz You are baaaaack :) So delighted to see You!
Michelle
Michelle - P4G you are so happy and I love seeing you like this. You have a gf???? lol. Take care and always... More »
Keturah
...feeling frustrated Keturah @keturah1

Hi, kinda new here but what do you all use to control your scalp psoriasis? I'm currently using Avalon shampoo( forgot the correct name) but any way I just hate having to wash my hair so often, styling it is a beast after every wash 😭
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Catherine
Catherine - Organic hemp oil scalp mask. Read reviews and tried it. You must be consistent and its hard to sh... More »
Catherine
Catherine - I used to use that shampoo!! But now I use whatever shampoo and then follow it with diluted organ... More »
Rani
Deleted account - Hi Catherine, do you shampoo and rub the apple cider vinegar after you wash it, do u apply while ... More »
Melanie
...feeling frustrated Melanie @nela

Has hair color and scalp psoriasis. I get my hair color while I have psoriasis in my scalp. It sure stings a lot! Has anyone experience getting their hair color while having psoriasis in the scalp?

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Julia
Julia - Yes I get my hair colored usually does not sting you could try a semi permanent color that does n... More »
Lisa
Lisa - Have your colorist add a small package of Sweet and Low into your color mix. Don't have any idea ... More »
Madmum007
Madmum007 - No, I use henna = no sting !!!
Mishlyn
...feeling happy Mishlyn @mishlyn

Combine the goodness of aloe vera gel & coconut oil, for an all natural scalp treatment, that does wonders for hair growth. It reduces dry scalp condition, to thoroughly nourish hair roots & promote fast hair growth. Just found & wanted to share 💛

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Barry
Barry - Michelle- thanks for the information . I will be trying this ASAP. I am getting thin on my sca... More »
Mishlyn
Mishlyn - I hope it can be helpful for you Barry! After finding the recipe, I researched it more about aloe... More »
Sarah
Sarah - Sounds absolutely amaaaaaazing.... got to make me some...
Jean
...feeling okay Jean @jean0249

My first psoriasis began in my scalp about a year ago and had since spread to my back. No progress managing it yet. Is it better to try to remove the layers of plaque or leave them alone?
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Ava
Ava - Yes, Bev, and I FiNaLLy took Clint's advice this morning and applied lemon to my most aggravating... More »
Kathryn
Kathryn - Absolutely Jean. Try coconut oil on your patches for a while. Then give the skin a good scrub to ... More »
Bev
Bev - That's such good news Ava Lemon is amazing!
Sarah
...feeling relieved Sarah @sarahuk

So... after running out of shampoo this week I have switched up to a different one. It is Aldi own brand Lacura anti-dandruff shampoo. I have used it 3 times now and it seems mild enough to me! No irritations. I normally use plain so this is new 😎
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Linda
Linda - Keep us posted please.
rachel
rachel - Hope it works for you Sarah. I use Faith in Nature. Buy it in bulk from Natural Collection. 5 lit... More »
Sarah
Sarah - So far so good with the Aldi shampoo. Scalp is feeling good all round really right now! For how l... More »
Melanie
...feeling okay Melanie @nela

EVOO, tea tree oil and extra virgin coconut oil. Helps with MY SCALP psoriasis.
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Melanie
Melanie - Yes add 1/3 cup of evoo, 1/3 cup of coconut oil, and 10 drops of tea tree oil! 😀good luck! Make s... More »
Babette
Babette - just read on Peters page your cat is sick, I am known as the crazy cat lady because of my insane ... More »
john,Hulk
john,Hulk - Yes I am known as Cat man John, i love cats :) nothing better to relieve the stress than stroking... More »
Sarah
...feeling afraid Sarah @sarahuk

Psoriasis nightmare last night! I oiled my head up last night like I do, and then afterwards realised that I had run out of shampoo. The horror and dread of having to use a different bath product (body wash) that might flare the skin up! Argh! 😱😱😱
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Martha
Martha - I have it on my scalp and in my ears need advice
Chris
Chris - I find for my ears Vaseline works best
Bev
Bev - Martha I used a steroid gel for a few days and since then I moisturise at least twice a day. I st... More »
eva
...feeling relieved eva @ev1

Good evening Flaym family
Vegas was great! Enjoyed pool,food and wine, No flares up. My dilemma now is hair loss!!!it has made me depressed, Mad and insecure. Being able to express my feelings without judgement makes it better.

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Sarah
Sarah - What a relief for you Eva that your skin survived your holiday away! It sounds like a really bril... More »
Cherryl
Cherryl - Hi Eva, glad you had a great time... how could you not in Vegas! I’ve read that aloe Vera can sti... More »
Cherryl
Cherryl - Aloe Vera : Aloe vera contains proteolytic enzymes which repairs dead skin cells on the scalp. It... More »
Gill
...feeling happy Gill @gill4

Itchy head washed it with t gel 3 x weekly pick up baby shampoo by accident and now head not be itchy for few week now
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Gill
Gill - Did say as my hair was really long as wasn't allow to cut it once started uvb treatment but next ... More »
Sarah
Sarah - Great idea to take your own Gill! How is the itch now?
Gill
Gill - Gone since it been washed with baby shampoo. Order baby moisturiser and wash with my wednes shopp... More »
Belinda
...feeling frustrated Belinda @belinda23

I have it in the back of my hair and it wakes me up every night sweaty and very itchy at the back of my head
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Sarah
Sarah - Hey Belinda, you've joined the Flaym ranks! Welcome! Me too I have it there, well all over my sca... More »
Belinda
Belinda - Thank you anyone know how what type of coconut oil for hair and were I can get it from
Sarah
Sarah - When I use coconut oil I buy mine at Aldi, it is Extra Virgin Cold Pressed, but still only £2.20 ... More »
Patricia
...feeling frustrated Patricia @pasttyann

anyone get burning and bad pain on scalp from p on the scalp? I got an appointment Thursday dermatologist my dr.
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Michelle
Michelle - Thanx John and I'm glad for you too. The head & shoulders works for me. I've stopped the horse sh... More »
Sarah
Sarah - Yep me, burning, dryness, itching, flaking, peeling etc etc. It sucks. Mine is much calmer this y... More »
Patricia
Patricia - Sarah I was wondering what did u change too eat I have pain with my scalp now the denied my injec... More »
eva
...feeling frustrated eva @ev1

God morning

Anyone experiencing loss of hair? What can we do to slow the process?
Louisa
Louisa - Hi Eva I did through stress and tried roots triple effect, shampoo conditioner and intensive spra... More »
Mishlyn
Mishlyn - Hey Eva, Tea tree prevents hair loss by preventing clogged follicles and unblocking hair follicle... More »
Patricia
...feeling frustrated Patricia @pasttyann

today my scalp been on fire. itchy burning I bought this dove product shampoo and condition all in one to sooth it it helps a little bit but I had to take two tynole for the pain it causes now also. I have this solution the doctor gave me dermatologi
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Diana
Diana - Hi Patty, sorry to hear you're feeling so bad. I see you're from California, have you tried CBDs ... More »
Rosey
Rosey - Is a dermatologist script but scalp was sucking the life out if me,tried account overnight,trued ... More »
Rosey
Rosey - Account= apple cider vinegar haha this phone makes up words
eva
...feeling frustrated eva @ev1

Good morning flaym family.
Clint lemons are working wonders on my skin. however, my scalp is driving me crazy. I've tried soaking it with oil, tree tea shampoo, and lotion but the itch and dryness are unbearable. Suggestions PLEASE!
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Tracey
Tracey - Hi Eva Try Moo Goo scalp cream and Moo Goo milk shampoo. Just started it 4 days ago and no itchin... More »
Marmara
Marmara - Black soap works really good for me as a shampoo and for the body as well
Michelle
Michelle - What is black soap Marmara?
Briana
...feeling hopeful Briana @bc

I have been using a steroid spray on my scalp and it cleared up in about a week. I finally got to wear my hair up after 2 years, I cried happy tears!!
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Briana
Briana - I can’t tell you how amazing each of you are for commenting and showing your support. I absolutel... More »
Michelle
Michelle - To a flake free life Briana! Hip Hip....Hooray!
john,Hulk
john,Hulk - Live the dream :)


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