Scalp Psoriasis

Support and advice about scalp psoriasis.


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Rod
...feeling frustrated Rod @rod23769

My scalp is ridiculous!!
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Sarah
Sarah - Oatmeal is so awesome and I find it really helps me over and above many other things I have tried... More »
Catherine
Catherine - Love oatmeal but really missing my morning bowl with coca and blueberries 😕
Sarah
Sarah - I know I love eating oatmeal too, but we can still use it on our skin even when we're not eating ... More »
psoriasisvictim
...feeling hopeful psoriasisvictim @psoriasisvictim

I want to dye my hair but then I am scared that with the dye Psoriasis on my scalp will flare up!! Any advice?
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CLAUDIA ROBINSOIN
CLAUDIA ROBINSOIN - I suffer from psoriasis...which was triggered by stinging nettle...my while body was covered and ... More »
Michelle
Michelle - Hi Claudia. Since I've changed my diet I did not get an itch or inflammation. Air pollution is al... More »
leanne78
leanne78 - I find dying my hair actually helps,ye it stings when dye is first applied but then I’m used to t... More »
Saz
...feeling frustrated Saz @saz1

Back of my head is so itchy . what's the best shampoo ?
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Claire
Claire - I have the exact same problem. I've found shampoos with out colours, parabens etc have helped. Th... More »
Sarah
Sarah - Welcome to Flaym, Saz. I stopped using medicated shampoo on my scalp as I find that oil soaks are... More »
Leroy
Leroy - I have been to skin doctor seveal times. It just has not worked. HELP!
Julie
...feeling hopeful Julie @julie1975

Hi all I’m after some advice - I’ve not long been diagnosed with scalp psoriasis and even though I’ve got shoulder length hair, I’ve noticed where I’ve been scratching my hair is thinning in places. What’s the best style to have short/long??

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Julie
Julie - Thanks I think I’ll give Tgel a try 😃 x
Julie
Julie - Can I just ask which Tgel is best! I’ve just looked at Sainsbury’s website and they sell sensitiv... More »
Mishlyn
Mishlyn - Hi Julie, I have only tried the coal tar. I like to make sure I have a deep conditioner when I ne... More »
Claire
...feeling frustrated Claire @clairec375

Hello, I need advice. My scalp P is very bad. I've used coal tar, t-gel, H&S and charcoal shampoo none of which has helped. Does anyone know of something else I can try. It is so painful I'm desperate and would be grateful for any advice, thanks
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Jill
Jill - Iv just been told coconut oil works will be trying it tonight
Jacquie
Jacquie - Just trying this too Jill, I don't know how long to wait for results though - what about you? I h... More »
Patricia
Patricia - cerve for p its a rinse clean and moister it in blue
Jessie
...feeling insecure Jessie @jessie2

Honestly from your heart? How do I help the lumps on my scalp there so painful an big how can I make this go away or even just calm down at lest 25% /100%
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john,Hulk
john,Hulk - Hello jessie,, some soak their heads over night with rapeseed oil i think ?or olive oil to break ... More »
Jessie
Jessie - Apple cider vinegar with the mother whats that??
Sarah
Sarah - It kind of depends how quickly you want it to go away. Like John says, oil soaks are great (I use... More »
Sarah
...feeling hopeful Sarah @sarahuk

Can anyone tell me what pustular psoriasis feels and looks like? Does anyone have experience with it on the scalp?

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Michelle
Michelle - I have P for 26 years but since I've joined Flaym, I found out I (think) have 3 kinds of P. Plag... More »
Sarah
Sarah - I will Michelle! Will be interesting...
Yvonne
Yvonne - I only had it on my hands and feet for a while then got it on my legs went on the tablet got it o... More »
Carole
...feeling frustrated Carole @carole382

I have been searching for relief for my scalp problem but no matter what I have tried, nothing works. Is there a shampoo or medication that I could use?
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Carole
Carole - I have NuSkin Aloe Vera gel but have found it kind of sticky on my face - it leaves a film that f... More »
A
A - Its no good, when its sticky. I only use it under my hair. I use cream on my face..
Sarah
Sarah - Hey Carole, yes what I call oil soaks is just putting a layer of oil onto the scalp and leaving i... More »
Leanne
...feeling frustrated Leanne @leanne82

Anybody have home remedies for scalp psorisis please. Mines pretty bad
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Jen
Jen - Hi Rosann and Susan. MooGoo is an Australian made product. It was originally made to heal cows ud... More »
Dakeyras
Dakeyras - Assuming you have tried the various coal tar based types lass...try taking some antihistamine tab... More »
Des
Des - Johnsons baby wash & shampoo, wash every morning I use a brush to move the scales under the shower.
Pamela
...feeling frustrated Pamela @pamela778

Hey everyone how we all doing?
So I have seen few people commenting about using t-tree oil lavender oil aloe Vera and coconut oil my questions do u just use this on your scalp for ur p my head has been so itchy again and taking anti histamines x
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Kirsti goslow
Kirsti goslow - Ive had a very itchy scalp losing hair with small blister type formations.i use baking soda three... More »
Robin
Robin - Hello Kristi!
Sue
Sue - Try Tri Derma found at Walmart with the psoriasis creams, it works for the itching. No coal tar a... More »
Percy
...feeling frustrated Percy @john9536

Is it true that Paul Mitchell tea tree oil shampoo is best to keep the scabs at bay?? Thank you John
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Rachel
Rachel - At the moment I’m using Capasal from the chemist and it’s working but maybe it’s because I’ve nev... More »
Sarah
Sarah - Ooo I don't know, my hair salon used to stock Paul Mitchell but I never bought it. Let us know ho... More »
Aimee
Aimee - Neutragena T-Gel helps me immensely. I only need to use it once a week and it works great!
Ian
...feeling okay Ian @sparktec

Hi all been recently diagnosed with psoriatic arthritis (fat finger) I have a mild condition I am using every day moisturiser but my head is like a snow storm just wondering if you lovely people could recommend any thing

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Brian
Brian - No shampoo of any kind. I found they all made had no effect or made it worse. I just use hair con... More »
Mishlyn
Mishlyn - Hi Ian, I take an Omega 3 with high level of epa, Probiotics and Moringa. I did a 30 day eliminat... More »
Karen
Karen - Have you tried cbd oil?
Disneylifeforme
...feeling frustrated Disneylifeforme @disneylifeforme

Hi I’m new, I’m crawling I mean I want to rake my skin (mostly my scalp) at the moment! Iv had psoriasis since birth and I seem to have multiple types?! I have photosensitive psoriasis on my arms and hands. My scalp is driving me nuts atm! Any help?
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Ruben
Ruben - Hello Disneylifeforme, welcome to Flaym. For me Aloë Vera gel cools down my spots immediately.
Disneylifeforme
Disneylifeforme - Do you have photosensitive psoriasis too? Iv not met anyone who’s ever suffered with it, mostly i... More »
Sarah
Sarah - Welcome to Flaym, Disneylifeforme! Yes I would say the same, plaster a load of natural oil on it ... More »
Sarah
...feeling hopeful Sarah @sarahuk

Does anyone else have experience of a kind of pimply scalp flare? Feels like mega itchy sporadic very tiny pimples rather than spread out patches...This is a new type of flare for me in 21 years of scalp psoriasis 😮
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Ellen
Ellen - Jennifer I know the compact feeling but I find it helps when I scratch the plaques. Sarah I use a... More »
Jennifer
Jennifer - Sarah, No I haven't tried the prescription ointment you mentioned, but it sounds hopeful. I do us... More »
Sarah
Sarah - Think these pimple spots were viral rather than psoriasis itself... funny when something masquera... More »
Fearne
...feeling insecure Fearne @flossie

I have scalp psoriasis does anyone know how to get the scabs off my head as they do not seem to go as i catch them when washinh my hair any suggestions i use t gel which is not the best thanks
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Sarah
Sarah - Welcome Fearne! I go as gentle as possible with my scalp in terms of removing scales. I don't scr... More »
Tammy
Tammy - I use Paul Mitchell tea tree shampoo and conditioner
marilyn
marilyn - Try rubbing baby oil on the scalp before bed. Cover with shower cap or saran and leave on all ni... More »
Sarah
...feeling frustrated Sarah @sarahuk

Today my head feels like it's had a cheese grater to it... 😭 Itching, burning, flaking. It is laughing in the face of my efforts! Wonder what on earth is setting it off now?! Can't be diet (strict AIP). Something else... Trying not to scratch! 😧
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Sarah
Sarah - Oh ladies, that is so weird that you are also noticing an effect from your hormonal cycle! I'm co... More »
Debbie
Debbie - I keep a app on my phone which tracks my period, and write it down, always period and when I s... More »
Sarah
Sarah - Great idea, Debbie!
Bernie
...feeling hopeful Bernie @berniemac

My scalp is so itchy some day it drives me mad ant tecomendations to sole this problem plz.
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Alana
Alana - Has anyone had luck with Avocado oil. This psoriasis lotion I got at The health food store and it... More »
Irene
Irene - At the minute I'm using L'oreal Sensi- Balance shampoo, it has helped with the itch and less flak... More »
Bernie
Bernie - Thanks Irene i will give it a go see if it helps me .
Louise
...feeling hopeful Louise @louisetut

I have tried putting olive oil on my scalp the night before I want to wash my hair and I have to say it’s the most improved psoriasis I have ever had.
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Lindakay1948
Lindakay1948 - Oh by the way I also use Saran wrap on my feet and spots on my legs at night after I apply my pre... More »
Louise
Louise - Sarah, I have an old towel I put on my pillow the nights I put oil on.
Louise
Louise - It’s a little pricey but I was given Liz Earle shampoo and conditioner samples and I love 💗 it ju... More »
Tracy
...feeling hopeful Tracy @tracy1978

Hi All, ive had some baldness due to psoriasis. It means I've not had the courage to go into a hairdressers for a few years now and my hair desperately needs a cut and some dyed to get rid of grey! and get a confidence boost, any tips or advice x
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Mishlyn
Mishlyn - That is great to hear Tracy! Enjoy 😊 We are blessed to have each other here ❤
RedSpotEliminator
RedSpotEliminator - I used to worry about going to the barber because of my pso. Then one day, my barber told me to c... More »
Orlaith
Orlaith - Must check out your YouTube videos, sound interesting 😊
Lisa
...feeling hopeful Lisa @lisa41

Hi I've suffered for years with itchy scalp even if just washer it tryed alkinds of shampoo they don't work anything else I can try plz
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Ruben
Ruben - Hey Lisa, I used to have about 3 large patches in my hair. Since taking vitamine B and Omega 3 th... More »
Sarah
Sarah - Ruben, have you tried using the Autoimmune Protocol compliant sugars in place of the regular ones... More »
Ruben
Ruben - Nope, I have maple syrup and agave syrup. Problem is that I'm too much in love with chocolate... ... More »


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