Flaky or itchy scalp produces tiny, white pieces of dead skin that flake off the scalp and are usually first noticed on the shoulders. This condition can often be confused with dandruff but the two are not related. Sometimes the scalp is red or itchy and feels tense. The hair has a dull appearance.
Flaky scalp Causes
Hereditary traits
stress
insufficient rinsing of shampoo
lack of sebum
using a harsh shampoo
vitamin imbalance
pollution
air-conditioning
central heating
Treatment and solutions for Itchy or flaky scalp
Choose a moisturizing shampoo and a conditioner with herbal extracts to help soothe and remoisturize the scalp.
Sarah 16-April-2011
I have itchy, flaky white patches at the temples on both sides of my head. I shampoo and spots still come back. if there is a treatment please let me know I have tied apple cider vinger, therapeutic shampoo, tree tree oil, doctor shampoo as well.
