Dandruff
Dandruff
Dandruff may be dastardly, but in general, it is not a serious medical condition. Though people who have it may be frustrated by it, or even desperate for relief, dermatologists don't get too excited …
Getting the Drop on Winter Dandruff
Do you dread wearing dark sweaters in winter? Unsightly white flakes on your shoulders and an itchy scalp are signs of dandruff, which can become more troublesome during cold weather. Dry Air and Dry …
Putting Old Familiar Brands to New Weird Uses
Do you remember the old TV show called MacGyver? “Mac,” the hero, worked for some secret government agency. He was always being called upon to save the day by repurposing old familiar brands and p…
Can Listerine Cure Itchy Scalp Symptoms?
Have you ever experienced an itchy scalp? It can be unbearable! It’s not always due to dandruff, and medicated shampoos don’t always solve the problem. What about Listerine? Can this old-fashioned…
How Can You Ease Scalp Itchiness?
Itches anywhere, but particularly scalp itchiness, can be maddening. So many different problems could lead to persistent scalp itchiness. Doctors might diagnose lice, dandruff, psoriasis or a yeast ov…
How Aysa, an AI App, Helped a Mother with her Ch…
Nicole Pharr is used to keeping a close eye on her daughter Madison’s skin. Madison is prone to eczema and has had highly sensitive skin since she was a baby. Still, Nicole was concerned after her d…
Will Smearing Greek Yogurt on the Face Ease Flak…
Have you ever heard of seborrheic dermatitis? This skin condition resembles dandruff on the face. Probably the cause of both conditions is an overgrowth of the yeast that normally co-exists with other…
How to Get Rid of Beard Flakes
Have you ever heard of beard flakes? Some men find that the skin on their cheeks and chin under their beard is itchy and flaky. As a result, they are embarrassed to discover that they may have white f…
Why Does Listerine Soothe Your Itchy Scalp?
Have you been bedeviled by an itchy scalp? There are plenty of reasons why your scalp might itch. Lice are one possibility, of course, though they seem to be most common among children and people who …
Finding Natural Solutions for Dandruff
Q. I have suffered with an itchy scalp for years and now dandruff is adding to my misery. I have several expensive dark sweaters that I love. My sports jackets and suits are also dark and my wife is c…
Listerine Cured Infectious Dandruff
Flakes on the shoulder is a likely sign of dastardly dandruff. A businessman wearing a perfectly tailored suit can completely destroy his image with snowy shoulders. Ditto for a woman in a black dres…
Desperately Seeking Dandruff Relief
Q. I use dandruff shampoo every other day but get no relief. I am a 57-year-old woman. A. If you have been using the same old dandruff shampoo for weeks on end, that may be contributing to the problem…
Remedies for Itchy Flaky Dandruff
Q. I have suffered with an itchy and flaky scalp for many many years. I have been to dermatologists and used various prescription and over the counter remedies to no avail. Last year my hairdresser to…
Dealing with Dandruff
Many people like to wear black because they believe, rightly or wrongly, that dark clothing makes them look thinner and more elegant. Millions spoil the stylish image they seek, though, when white fla…
Unexpected Help for Itchy Dandruff
Q. I have struggled my whole life with an itchy scalp. Prescription Nizoral shampoo offered a little relief, but it was expensive. I tried amber Listerine followed by a vinegar rinse, but that dried m…
Home Remedies May Help Dandruff
Q. I am desperate for help with my dandruff. The flakes are driving me crazy! A. Dandruff can cause itching and flaking of the scalp that is both uncomfortable and unsightly. When it gets really bad, …
Stop Flakes: How to Treat Dandruff
Joe Graedon discusses how to treat dandruff in this People's Pharmacy Video.…
Listerine Fights Flakes
Q. When I was young I had an ongoing dandruff problem. This was about 45 years ago. My uncle was a barber, and he told me to use the old brown Listerine. I have used it ever since, every time I wash m…
This Is The Season For Dry Skin And Dandruff
Winter is hard on skin and scalp. With its low humidity, heated air pulls moisture out of the skin. This time of year millions of people suffer from dry skin, chapped lips and dandruff. Frequent hand …
Vinegar Is Secret Weapon Against Dandruff
Q. A few weeks ago someone reporting using Miracle Whip on her scaly flaky scalp. She said that after a couple of hours she had a flake-free scalp and wanted to know why it worked so well. I think the…
Listerine Is Old-Fashioned Dandruff Remedy
Q. A few weeks ago you wrote about someone using Listerine and baby oil to treat dandruff. More than 40 years ago, my family was using plain Listerine for this purpose. It was advertised as a dandruff…
Listerine And Baby Oil For Dandruff
Q. Have you ever heard of using Listerine for dandruff? Someone told me he heard it on the radio. A. A gentleman called in to our public radio show with an amazing story about Listerine mixed with bab…