Kabir Singh Kabir Singh Asked 10 months ago

How to get rid of oily dandruff permanently?

I've tried so many shampoos and home remedies, but this oily dandruff keeps coming back. It's embarrassing. Is there actually a way to get rid of oily dandruff permanently?

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Varun Grover Varun Grover Joined Jan 2026 9 months ago
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I used to absolutely panic thinking my hair would fall out permanently because of this sticky yellow dandruff. Honestly, once I visited a skin specialist and understood it is just a common fungal issue, I calmed down. A regular medicated shampoo twice a week keeps it completely under control now.

Megha Chawla Megha Chawla Joined Jan 2026 9 months ago

I literally spend hours reading about how scalp infections can affect the brain and it makes me so scared. But don't let your mind run wild like mine does, it is just a scalp condition. Just make sure to wash your combs daily and go to a doctor to get the right treatment so you don't worry.

Rupa Ganguly Rupa Ganguly Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago

Welcome to the group! To manage oily dandruff permanently, you have to understand that it is often an ongoing scalp condition, not a one-time cure. Wash your hair regularly with a coal tar or ketoconazole shampoo prescribed by a dermatologist, and avoid applying heavy heavy oils on your scalp.

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Preeti Shah Preeti Shah Joined May 2026 6 months ago

Hey there! Don't let those sticky flakes ruin your black outfits! Just wash your hair regularly with a nice anti-dandruff wash and keep your scalp fresh and dry. You'll get through this easily, stay happy and glowing!

Kabir Mehta Kabir Mehta Joined May 2026 6 months ago

Let's be real, there is no magical 'permanent' home remedy for oily dandruff. It is caused by excess sebum and yeast, so you need a clinical solution. Book an appointment with a dermatologist, get a proper medicated scalp lotion, and maintain good hygiene.

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Rajesh Nair Rajesh Nair Joined Feb 2026 8 months ago

Please stop applying lemon juice, curd, or baking soda to your scalp based on random internet videos, as it will only irritate your skin more. Oily dandruff is a medical condition called seborrheic dermatitis. Only trust a qualified dermatologist for a proper prescription.

Ananya Hegde Ananya Hegde Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

With my busy office schedule, I don't have time for complicated multi-step hair masks anyway. I simply switched my regular shampoo to an anti-fungal one prescribed by my doctor, using it twice a week. It takes exactly five minutes in the shower and keeps my scalp completely clean without any hassle.

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