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Dandruff and oil
Can i use oil on my scalp if i have dandruff? Does oil make worse? If i can use oil, which one is good for scalp?
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Minimise the use of oil. It is recommended to oil your scalp 2 hours prior to hair wash. This should be repeated every 2 days .
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You can but its better to avoid frequent oiling. Oiling can worsen dandruff since the dandruff causing fungus feeds on the oil and grows further.
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You can oil 1 hr before hair wash. If your hair feels very dry, you can go for an warm oil massage with coconut oil.
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Use a conditioner after anti dandruff shampoo to avoid dryness and frizziness
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Dr. Shraddha Kololgi
Dermatologist
8 yrs exp
Bangalore
When you already have an oily scalp, dandruff does happen frequently. It’s better than you avoid the application to the scalp. You can apply only once the dandruff is washed off completely and that too not more than 2hrs before your headwash
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Any hair oil is fine.
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