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Have psoriasis but my scalp is the real problem. It's very Itchy. When I brush my hair, it looks like it's been snowing, any natural remedies please

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I don't know if it's a 'naturel' remedy in itself but I use Joico Daily Treatment shampoo, you leave it on for five minutes before rinsing off. It helps to relieve the itchiness and to slow the soreness in your head. I first purchased it from my hairdressers but now but it online from Amazon as I can get it in larger quantities.

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Thank you I will definitely give it a try.

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Jennyben

I will use apple cider vinegar as a rinse when my psoriasis gets thick on my head. At night, I will massage coconut oil into my scalp. My psoriasis on my head effects me during certain times of the year.

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ashleyv

i have to keep my head clipper cut on a very short length to control the itch and also use a product called sebitar, it is a bit smelly but really controls the itch ! hope this helps .

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thestonequo

Like you I suffer from Scalp Psoriasis, it drives me to distraction. Six weeks ago, I undertook intensive research, using this site along with the internet and created a list of shampoos/lotions and best practises. It was then trial and error. After some non starters, I discovered two - Jason Tear Tree shampoo and Eucerin. Both these seemed to have a beneficial effect and I am now mostly clear. I still work at it , washing hair every three days, but at least I now have some respite. It's different for us all, so all I can pass on is what works for me. Good luck.

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tiaa

Soak and float shampoo bar from Lush helped me. It does smell but once your hair is dry you don't notice it. Condition after use.

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MissKegs

I've been using shampoo from a small UK company Humankind Organics. At first wasn't sure if it was working but after using for a few weeks my scalp is hardly ever itchy and only a few stubborn flaky patches left. I really miss polytar though even though it wasn't natural and stripped my colour it kept my scalp in check for years.

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