Scalp infections, fungus or even minor scalp issues can be a real problem in our hair journeys. There are several different ailments that can affect the scalp most of them can be treated with something over the counter, some of them would probably require a licensed dermatologist or a trichologist to help.
One point I would like to make early in this post is that if you have something common like dandruff or an itchy scalp that never lets up, that is not something you have to live with. Many of these conditions are readily treatable and while no one knows the real cause of something like persistent dandruff there are a ton of products that have been created to deal with that scalp issue and others as well.
I also want to emphasize that seeing a doctor for anything excessive or out of the ordinary should be your first line of defense before you go to the pharmacy and get anything over the counter. Even if you just need an expert recommendation, take some time off and make the appointment focusing on the issue head on.
Recently we spoke about some ladies using Miconazole Nitrate, an antifungal cream, as a hair growth aid. In the comments section a lot of you professed, shall we say, repulsion, at the idea of using vaginal cream to help with a scalp ailment, particularly as it has not officially been approved by the FDA for that use.
But if the scalp problem you are suffering from that is stunting your growth is simply a fungal infection, many antifungal hair products readily available on the market may be more up your street. Now lets talk about these products!
1. Neutrogena T-Gel Shampoo – Neutrogena, is a trusted brand, most of us use their skin products religiously with no intention of switching to something else so using the shampoo to treat a scalp issues would probably be not much of a stretch.
The T-Gel shampoo was formulated to treat scalps that are itchy and flaky which is typically caused by conditions ranging from mild dandruff to seborrheic dermatitis.
For all these products what is most important is the ingredients and the Neutogena T-Gel is no different, it has everything from Salicylic acid which clears up flake build up to Zinc* Pyrithione which diminishes yeast.
With that said, if you are already on the Neutrogena band wagon or if you are thinking about trying out the T-gel, you will get no resistance over here.
2. Healthy Hair Plus – Anti Fungal Shampoo and Conditioner – The Healthy Hair Plus shampoo and conditioner is a no nonsense product combination.
If you happen to get a glimpse of the description you will see things like ‘kills bacteria’ and ‘stops fungal infections’. These are the types of things you definitely want when choosing products to deal with your scalp ailments.
There is no need to try something for months and months with no results, find something that works immediately and the Healthy Hair Plus anti fungal Shampoo and conditioner is certainly worth a try.
Toy Jaynell says
T gel is prescribe by our deem doctors,it’s a good product
Toy Jaynell says
Meant derm not deem
Deborah Wilson says
I’m going to buy some today. Thank you 🙂
Nilah Smith Jones says
Shea Moisture’s African Black Soap products for itchy, dry scalp is the only thing that’s worked for me thus far. I used T/gel years ago but the ‘clean’ feeling would only last a day or so.
Shanequa Jones White says
This will be good for my niece Prettyladdee Kayy Bryant best friend. She’s been trying to find some good products.
Chanaed Watson says
I love t gel it gets and keeps the dandruff away but it knots my hair!! Is there anything I could mix with it to stop this problem
BlackHairInformation.com says
I wouldn’t suggest adding anything to it as it could stop it from being as effective but perhaps follow up with a very moisturizing DC. Also perhaps you could wash your scalp while your hair is in twists to prevent the knotting from happening in the first place.
Temasia Chrissy Charles says
i loss sum hair in front my head after makin my baby wats the best product i shud use
Linda Brown says
I put essential oils on my scalp. It stops the itching and it’s anti-fungal !
Amber Watson Yalenzia says
T/gel is my best friend!! Serious dandruff
Partrees Webb says
Great information
Amina Brooks says
I just had two laser surgeries on my brain this month i’ve been rubbing tea tree & coconut oil on my scalp works really well
Linda Brown says
I’ve had brain surgeries multiple times over the years and I found essential oils stops the itching and kills any fungus as well as smells terrific. I just tap the bottle on the top of my scalp around 6 or 8 times then massage my scalp and brush through.
Shannel Biddle says
Do anyone know what products can be used to regrow thinning hair?
Dee Dee Martin says
Jamaican black casterol oil.
Shannel Biddle says
I tried it before but didn’t see much results 🙁
Nicole Banks says
Have you tried baby don’t be bald? It worked for me.
Shannel Biddle says
Thanks Nicole, I’ll go buy some
Denisha Downey says
Shannel Jamaican black castor oil and alma oil are good for thinning hair
Shannel Biddle says
Thanks I’ll give it a shot
Karen Inniss says
Thank you sooo much
Jessica Fernandez says
hola como puedo comprar sus productos.
Henry James says
I think I got some fungal going on with,my head : any suggestion??
Lora Moore says
What’s good to use on tinea capitis, scalp and body
Michelle says
Can you tell me what the ratio of oils are in the mixture of tea tree, neem and coconut oils?
becky says
Coconut oil is my best friend when it comes to the health of my scalp.