How to reduce hair fall and dandruff - #16641
Hlo doctor's my self sara and I'm 20 years old . 2 to 3 years back I don't had any problem but with time passed slowly slowly dandruff started and then hair fall , silky hair became ruf hairs and even length of hair started decreased . I have pimples and acnes on my face also I'm actually very much in stress because of hair fall please help me please i humbly request you I tried so many shampoos and oil but no result......
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Hello, Use Medicinal Shampoos(use 2-3times/week)
Rotate between these ; 1.Ketoconazole 2% shampoo 2.Zinc pyrithione / Selenium sulfide shampoo 3.Coal tar shampoo (if very thick flakes) 🛑Leave shampoo on scalp for 5 minutes before rinsing.
Daily Care
Avoid hot oil massage (can worsen yeast growth). Don’t scratch scalp -it increases hair fall. If itching is not subsiding after 4 weeks/severe consult a dermatologist in person
Maintain proper Lifestyle :
Reduce sugar and dairy Eat more fruits, vegetables, omega-3 rich foods (fish, walnuts, flaxseed). Manage stress and sleep, both strongly trigger seborrheic dermatitis.
🛑For acne: Adapalene gel (0.1% at night, very thin layer) OR benzoyl peroxide gel (2.5–5%). Use only on acne spots
Do NOT pick/squeeze pimples – this worsens pigmentation.
#For Pigmentation/Marks
Niacinamide 5% serum (morning or night, if skin is not irritated). Azelaic acid acid 10–15% cream/gel at night (safe for marks and acne both). Consistency is key pigmentation takes 2–3 months to lighten.
Avoid excess dairy, junk, sugary foods.
I trust this helps Thank you
For face: 1) Face wash Ahaglow Use twice daily 2) Epiduo gel Use only on affected areas at night 3) Tab limcee 500 Once daily after lunch
For hairs: 1) Shampoo Ketostar Apply on wet scalp leave for 5 mins and rinse it off use twice weekly for 4 weeks 2) Tab follihair 1 tab daily after meal for 3 months
Hello dear See as per clinical history you need combination of hair gain along with acne treatment Iam prescribing some medication and precautions Please follow them for atleast a month Minoxidil (2% or 5%) or rosemary oil for hair gain OTC solution to be given topically
Finasteride on recommendation only by dermatologist only in person Biotin- medications for growth Ketoconazole 2% (Nizoral) – antifungal shampoo twice a day
Selenium Sulfide (Selsun Blue) – antifungal shampoo for 1 month ( twice use) Avoid excess moisture and keep the infected completely dry If possible dry with clean towel Use bhringraj or onion oil gently twice a day for both massage and nourishment Medications: 1. Topical Treatments -Benzoyl Peroxide (2.5–5%) twice a day for week Salicylic Acid, Adapalene 0.1% can also be given as additive medications. 2.Clindamycin 1% Clindac A ,Tretinoin ( if already not taken). 3.Azelaic Acid 10 percent for two weeks. 4. Oral Medications -tablet Doxycycline 1 month twice a day for max 5 days Niacinamide serum –antiinflammatory in nature twice daily for 1 week In addition use aloevera - tulsi solution to apply topically for 1 month
In case of no improvement in 1 month, kindly consult dermatologist in person for better clarification Regards
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