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How Can I Get Rid of Face Dandruff?

Marisa O'Connor
Marisa O'Connor

Face dandruff can be an incredibly annoying and an anxiety-provoking problem, so getting rid of it is usually a pretty high priority. There are no guaranteed cures available, and treatment involves continuous maintenance. Ask friends, family, or a doctor for any tips they might have on lasting treatments. Use anti-dandruff shampoos on the affected areas, being extra careful around the eyes, nose, and mouth. Regular moisturizing is the best way to keep those dry flakes off your face.

You may want to ask your friends and family if they have had any success getting rid of face dandruff. Often in cases of skin conditions, they are hereditary, so other family members are likely to have dealt with similar skin problems. If you are the first in your family with this skin problem or no one in your family will admit their flaw, ask your family doctor or a dermatologist for tips. Its always a good idea to talk to a doctor about any medical issues because your symptoms may indicate a more serious underlying problem that only your doctor is qualified to diagnose.

Applying vinegar with cotton balls may help get rid of face dandruff.
Applying vinegar with cotton balls may help get rid of face dandruff.

The first step in getting rid of your face dandruff is to remove the dry skin from the face. The best way to do this is by using an exfoliating face wash, scrubbing the dead skin away gently and carefully. If the affected area is the eyebrows or eyelids, be sure to keep your eyes closed and keep your mouth closed if the dry skin is on the mustache area. You can also remove the dry skin by brushing the area lightly with a soft toothbrush.

It is important to keep areas of the skin affected by face dandruff very clean in order to get rid of it.
It is important to keep areas of the skin affected by face dandruff very clean in order to get rid of it.

It is very important to keep the areas affected by face dandruff very clean in order to get rid of it. Baby shampoo is a good choice for dandruff on the eyebrows or around the eyes, because it is very good for sensitive skin and is safe to use around the eyes. Most anti-dandruff shampoos on the market can be used to treat dandruff on the face as well. Unfortunately, these treatments must be used indefinitely, as most cases of dandruff return as soon as treatment stops.

Tea tree oil can be mixed with lotions and shampoos to help get rid of face dandruff.
Tea tree oil can be mixed with lotions and shampoos to help get rid of face dandruff.

There are several tried and true home remedies that can help get rid of face dandruff. Tea tree oil is a great choice because of its anti-fungal qualities, and can be easily mixed into lotions and shampoos. Coneflower and red clover extracts are gaining popularity as dandruff treatments and can be applied directly to the affected area with a droplet. Vinegar is another popular choice for treating just about any ailment and is believed to be effective by regulating the skin and hair's PH balance.

An anti-dandruff shampoo can be used to treat face dandruff.
An anti-dandruff shampoo can be used to treat face dandruff.

Use moisturizing treatments on face dandruff after cleaning the area. It is likely that your skin is going to be very sensitive, so make sure to read the labels of any moisturizers you are going to try to make sure they are suitable for sensitive facial skin. Aloe vera and cocoa butter based lotions are usually a pretty good choice for sensitive skin because they contain natural ingredients as opposed to manufactured chemicals.

Discussion Comments

anon1006625

Sometimes the cause of the dandruff on face can be vitamin B deficiency, specifically b2 and b7 ( biotin). Its called seborrheic dermatitis. I have it, and it causes itching and red spots on my face and behind my ears. I had to take biotin and B50 complex for months and the result is gradual, day by day to notice improvement. I'm not saying you have it, but I tried shampoo for a month with minimal improvement.

anon991787

The only dandruff shampoo that works miracles on the face is the head n shoulders clinical bottle, take it from someone who's been using it for four years now, twice a week directly on the trouble areas on your face and voila! Don't get it in your eyes though.

anon953560

I've got facial dandruff for years. I went to several dermatologists and they gave me vitamin E and facial lotions and cleansers, it worked, yet the dandruff keeps coming back. One day, I came across an article regarding peanuts. It stated that peanuts are rich in vitamin E and something more that helps in the rejuvenation of the skin. I ate peanuts, boiled, grilled and fried, everyday for two months and I got rid of the facial dandruff.

SteamLouis

@ysmina-- Facial dandruff is not just due to oily skin, stress and the climate also trigger it. For example, I have very bad facial dandruff in winter, it's not as much of a problem in the summer. Even diet affects facial dandruff. Milk of magnesia and olive oil have helped with my dandruff symptoms.

ysmina

@fBoyle-- I have facial dandruff as well. The technical term for it is seborrheic dermatitis, which is what scalp dandruff is.

As far as I know, it's caused by excessive oil and yeast. Yeast loves oil, it feeds on it, so if you wash your face frequently, it will help. At least once a day, take some boiled water and put a little bit of baby shampoo in it. Then, take a washcloth, soak it in the hot water, put it on your face and wipe your face with it. This will not only remove oil, but it will also kill yeast, fungi, etc.

There are also prescription or over-the-counter topical creams that can be used. Ask your doctor about it if you don't see an improvement soon.

fBoyle

I didn't even know that it was possible to have dandruff on the face when I was diagnosed with it. My doctor told me to wash my face with dandruff shampoo without getting it in my eyes. I have been doing that for a few days, but I'm not seeing any improvement.

I would use tea tree oil but I'm allergic, so that's out of the question. I already use a face lotion for sensitive skin. What else can I do?

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      By: hsagencia
      Applying vinegar with cotton balls may help get rid of face dandruff.
    • It is important to keep areas of the skin affected by face dandruff very clean in order to get rid of it.
      By: naka
      It is important to keep areas of the skin affected by face dandruff very clean in order to get rid of it.
    • Tea tree oil can be mixed with lotions and shampoos to help get rid of face dandruff.
      By: Lucie Říhová
      Tea tree oil can be mixed with lotions and shampoos to help get rid of face dandruff.
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      By: Piotr Marcinski
      An anti-dandruff shampoo can be used to treat face dandruff.
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