Replied by Brooke (Montgomery, Tx, Usa) on 01/28/2011
Have you ever tried vaseline massaged into your scalp with a small hand held vibrator? That works for some of my clients. I also believe that Vicks vapo rub works also - but if you have abrasions, then just be careful with that. Another remedy you might have at home is original formula Listerene - just splash it onto your scalp and sleep with it - then rinse it out with you favorite shampoo in the morning.Replied by Dianne (Mulberry, Florida) on 11/25/2011
I also had a very dry scalp and have twice used a rinse I concocted from research into beneficial qualities of herbs to use for myself. After the first use I noticed the itching went away but came back. After the second, I saw the remainder of dry skin around my hair line, and now before the third use (in less than a week) my scalp isn't itching, and the flaking has stopped :) Side bonus; It smells fantastic lol
1tsp dried nettle
1 1/2tsp dried chamomille
1 tsp fresh rosemary
1/2 tsp kombucha vinegar (or ACV, or lemon juice)
Bring approx. 22oz water to a boil, remove and pour over herbs. Steep 15min to a half hr. Let cool to room temp and use after shampoo/conditioner routine. Apply, concentrating on scalp, and leave in. All herbs have scalp soothing properties so can use all ingredients or some. Rosemary has a reputation of bringing out brown/red tones in hair, while chamomille has a reputation for the same in blonds. The second time I used it, I used more chamomille and no rosemary for my lgihtish strawberry blond, but will be different depending on preference :)
Bring water to a boil
