Remedies For Scalp Psoriasis

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Scalp psoriasis is a condition which tends to be debilitating at times. This is because it is usually accompanied by itchiness of the scalp and those red painful scaly patches. Aside from the discomfort it brings, it can also be quite embarrassing because the thick plaques can sometimes be situated in a visible location such the neck or even the forehead. Fortunately, there are remedies for scalp psoriasis available.

If you are one of these people who are unfortunately suffering from this condition, you need not lose hope. You will be glad to know that there are a lot of remedies that you can do in order to treat the said condition. One popular remedy is by the use of shampoos which contain salicylic acid.

The salicylic acid content helps to soften the thick scaly plaques in order to make it easier to eradicate. Salicylic can be quite a harmful chemical to put on your hair, so follow application instructions carefully.

If you are a bit hesitant in using salicylic acid, you could also opt to use olive oil to soften the scales. All you have to do is heat the olive oil until it is warm to touch. Massage a generous amount onto your scalp and cover it with a towel. Leave the mixture on your scalp for a couple of minutes. Before rinsing, brush your hair with a soft bristled brush in order to remove the softened flaky scales.

Products containing tar have also been proven to be an effective treatment for psoriasis. Tar can be mixed in shampoo or even soap, so you can choose whichever you want to use. The problem with tar is that it tends to have an extremely unpleasant odor and it also stains. Usually they are massaged onto the scalp and it is left on the scalp for a couple of minutes before you can rinse it off.

Phototherapy is also one therapy that is beginning to be a popular choice especially among people who are suffering from severe cases of scalp psoriasis. This method makes use of high intensity amounts of UV light; the UV light is administered via a UV comb. In mild cases of this condition, you do not need to make use a UV light therapy. As a matter of fact, the UV rays of the sun is already enough to help treat it.

As you can see, there are a lot of treatment options when it comes to curing scalp psoriasis. Whichever remedy you choose to apply, be sure to take some action before the condition complicates.