Saurabh Joshi Saurabh Joshi Asked 8 months ago

How to get rid of bad dandruff?

My dandruff is really bad these days, my shoulders are always full of flakes and my scalp feels itchy. I've tried a few shampoos but nothing seems to make it go away completely. How can I finally get rid of this bad dandruff?

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Riya Sen Riya Sen Joined Jul 2026 4 months ago
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Severe dandruff is so stressful and I always worry if it's going to cause permanent hair loss. I tried changing my shampoo three times, but maybe seeing a skin specialist is the safest option before trying more things.

Sujata Hegde Sujata Hegde Joined Mar 2026 8 months ago

A healthy body leads to a healthy scalp. Drink plenty of water, practice stress-relieving pranayama, and apply a little warm coconut oil mixed with lemon juice gently before washing your hair.

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Consult a dermatologist

Amit Banerjee Amit Banerjee Joined Jan 2026 8 months ago

I ignored my itchy scalp for months thinking it was just dry skin, and it turned into a painful fungal infection that caused massive hair fall. Go to a dermatologist early and get a proper medicated lotion.

Karan Malhotra Karan Malhotra Joined Feb 2026 8 months ago

If you have severe seborrheic dermatitis, typical cosmetic shampoos won't work. Track your flare-ups and try an over-the-counter shampoo containing ketoconazole or zinc pyrithione twice a week.

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Nisha Sharma Nisha Sharma Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

I totally get it, dealing with itchy flakes on your shoulders can feel so embarrassing in public. Try to avoid scratching your scalp and use a mild, anti-dandruff shampoo to calm the irritation.

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