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Dermatologist Explains: How to Manage an Itchy and Flaky Scalp

Dr. Daniel Sugai

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Happy Summer, skincare fam! Today, we discuss hair and scalp care. Struggling with an itchy, flaky scalp? Here's what a dermatologist recommends! 🧴🧠 Whether it's dandruff, seborrheic dermatitis, or scalp psoriasis, I’ll break down the most common causes and share science-backed treatments that actually work — from shampoos with salicylic acid and ketoconazole to tips for avoiding irritation.

🔍 In this video, you’ll learn:

The difference between dandruff and seborrheic dermatitis vs psoriasis

Ingredients to look for in shampoos

How often to wash your hair

When to see a dermatologist

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20 Comments

@metromusic7359 9 months ago

Watching this after I just traumatized my scalp in the shower with a fine comb scraping my scalp clean with shampoo

@DallasNatureLover 1 year ago

I have a trick/tip for this. I put about 2 tablespoons of water in a plastic cup then add my Nizoral shampoo and swirl it until the Nizoral has “dissolved.” Then I pour this on my scalp and wait 20 minutes before showering. This gives the Nizoral time to work.

If I use Nizoral only after I get in the shower I know I won’t stand there long enough for it to work on my scalp.

@PbnJNYCbabe 1 year ago (edited)

I’ve suffered from moderate to severe plaques & flakes. Seen different dermatologists and it took 2 years to be diagnosed correctly to be Psoriasis. Skyrizi is the only meds that worked. I managed my plaques and flakes by using Vichy Dercos Dandruff System. Their Salicylic Acid Serum is the superstar for me.I put the serum on my scalp and leave it over night then wash it off with their Shampoo & Conditioner. I have color treated hair and doesn’t dry up my hair length with proper amount of conditioner. So happy that it’s under control this summer where it becomes symptomatic . I use regular Cerave hydrating hair system in between. I love that both can be used on color treated hair and contains ceramides for scalp health❤

@jgoldfarb3 1 year ago

I use the CreaVe with conditioner, I like it, thanks for all the great idea ideas!

@anthonygardner400 1 year ago

Remedy just released a dandruff shampoo with salicylic acid, ketoconazole, niacinamide and more. It’s good stuff.

@kehinderowland6232 7 months ago

You mentioned if you have dandruff to wash your daily or increase washing more frequently, what about for afro hair types? - that the hair strands get dry quickly, tangle easily and break

@foster83ful 9 days ago

Any cteams for maintenance

@DavidSossamon 1 year ago

Simply excellent information! Thank you.

@lydiadollar845 1 year ago

The Neutrogena T-Gel is one of the few that's worked for me. I definitely have to alternate it with the Clobetasol my dermatologist prescribed for me. I wish I could just use OTC for my shampoo, but it's just not enough. I have seborrheic dermatitis with red, itchy skin and very little flaking.

@eddymumford4086 6 months ago

what about extra virgin olive oil temporary until I get head and shoulders

@TanyaLyn72 1 year ago

This is great information. Thank you. 😊

@thazinhan2044 1 year ago

T gel is discontinued item as it can cause cancer

@deborahrower1729 1 year ago

Thankyou so much for this information. I am on Ocrevus medication for Ms and im suffering with dermatitis on my scalp and different places. Great tips.

@mssmssmssmss 1 year ago

I am going to try the nizoral!

@savvthesavv 1 year ago

great video!

@cemreemineonuk5006 7 months ago

Thank you for this valuable content

@tootsla1252 1 year ago

Good stuff!

@hughand54 1 month ago

Enjoyed your video.Someone said you should let hair dry itself,but i have found sometimes my scalp gets worse doing this.Just wondered what your thoughts are on this.