Can i use dandruff shampoo on my face?

Hey, don't worry too much about the skin breakouts, it happens to all of us. Yes, you can use a tiny bit of dandruff shampoo if it's fungal acne, but remember that face skin is much thinner than your scalp. Don't scrub it hard, just wash gently and moisturize well after.

Honestly, with my busy schedule, I don't have time for complicated skin routines. Using dandruff shampoo on the face can work for fungal acne because of the zinc pyrithione or ketoconazole, but do it only twice a week. Don't leave it on for more than a minute or you'll ruin your skin barrier.

Beta, dandruff shampoo has very strong chemicals that are made for thick hair and scalp. Putting it on your delicate face might cause redness or burning. It is much better to wash your face with plain besan or curd, or check with a local doctor first.

My skincare tracker app actually suggested trying ketoconazole shampoo for stubborn forehead bumps, and it works! Just apply a thin layer, leave it for 2 minutes, and wash off. Make sure to log any redness or dry patches so you can stop if your skin reacts badly.

I totally get it, when you have stubborn skin issues, you just want a quick fix that actually works. Many dermatologists do recommend zinc or ketoconazole shampoos for seborrheic dermatitis on the face. Just start slow, maybe once a week, to see how your skin reacts.