How to Get Rid of White Spots on the Scalp
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The right shampoo can make all the difference.shampoos and shaving foam lined up image by Georgios Alexandris from Fotolia.com
White patches on the scalp can be caused by a build-up of hair care products. Change your brand of shampoo to help prevent white patches. To treat an already present case of dandruff, purchase a shampoo that contains salicylic acid. Use the shampoo with salicylic acid daily until the dandruff is under control, then use the salicylic acid shampoo every other wash. It is important to not leave hair products on the hair overnight because they can be drying to the scalp. If hair has been moussed, sprayed or gelled, wash it before going to bed. - 2
An overnight treatment of mineral oil will speed the disappearance of white patches.bath oil image by flashkralove from Fotolia.com
For severe white patches, rub mineral oil into the spots at bedtime. Use a soft bristled toothbrush to gently massage in the oil. Cover the hair with a shower cap, and leave the oil in overnight. In the morning, shampoo the hair with the salicylic acid shampoo. - 3
Brush hair often using a brush made for treating dandruff.woman brushing hair image by forca from Fotolia.com
For extra treatment, brush the hair two or three times a day with a brush specially designed to eliminated dandruff. The bristles of the brushes are made from copper and although not scientifically proven to aid in dandruff control, they are worth using.
