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Hi, I have dry skin and flakes on beard and scalp. As weather gets changed i face dryness n flakes problem. But at extreme summer,no such issues. I use moisturizer but it gets absorbed in sometime. Need to apply it again and again. How much daily intake of water is required? Please suggest on this.
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Don't worry...you are suffering from seborrheic dermatitis causing this flaking... Specific medicine available for good control... Treatment depends on the severity..Do direct online consultation for detailed prescription by sending photos.
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