Flaky face and scalp for 10 years. Advice?
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Hey guys, after 10 years of a frustrating skin condition in finally seeking help from my peers (you guys!) instead of a dermatologist.
I have very flaky skin on my face, ears and scalp. Sometimes my skin looks amazing and smooth and even, especially when I shower a lot. But even then, if I rub it at all it will shed flakes.
It never really has a "rash" look. Don't get me wrong, it can get red sometimes, but nothing too bad. The real problem is the flakiness (word?). Doctors have used the word eczema and dermatitis, but never concretely said "You have condition x."
I've been prescribed olux, desonate (worked somewhat), doxycycline, betamethasone valerate, and a handful of other topical solutions that had minimal to marginal success.
So I'm tired of trying. Bottom line: anybody have any advice.
Thank you so much in advance. Simply posting this and reading the forums gives me more hope than I've ever had.
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Guest natethegreatt
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This method has worked extremely well for me. I used to have a very flakey scalp. The eyebrows, nose, and the area behind the ears were affected as well.
Alternatively you could get your dermatologist to prescribe you a Zinc Pyrithione spray that you can apply to your scalp and face.
Additionally, you could try Ceanel. It is a medicated shampoo that contains Cetrimide 10% and Undecenoic Acid 1%. It has descaling, antifungal, and antibacterial properties and is used twice a week to manage psoriasis, seborrhoeic dermatitis, and dandruff. It is very concentrated, and rather liquid. For a hair wash you will need just 0.5 -1 teaspoon. I found it is very effective at removing flakes.
susan_74148 natethegreatt
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natethegreatt
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Thank you both for the advice. I have an appointment with my dermatologist in two weeks and will bring these solutions up.
Redness isn't too much of an issue.
Do you know if these can be used safely if I'm currently using minoxidil and finasteride for hair loss?
Guest natethegreatt
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The Zinc Pyrithione spray should be fine as well but since you have the appoinment anyway I would ask the dermatologist first.
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dave2702 natethegreatt
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hi, have you tried Nizoral shampoo or cream. Worked well for me and others I know. Best cream I've used for flakiness is Bulldog Moisturiser for Sensitive skin. But dont experiment with too many different products, can make things worse.
good luck!