Scalp issues? Product build up? Stunting growth?

DepressedCurls · 09-10-2012, 03:16 PM

No matter what I do, I always have this white gunk on my scalp. Even after i clarify, shampoo, scrub, everything, i have something i thought was dandruff and product build up on my scalp. I'm afraid its stalling my growth. :/ i bought Shea Moisture Black Soap Dandruff scalp spray today in efforts to help, and i don't use a lot of even heavy products and i don't even use products on my scalp other than shampoo. I don't even put conditioner on my scalp. Help anybody?

StellarCurls · 09-10-2012, 06:04 PM

I have to rub my scalp firmly with my fingers a few times a week (sometimes I even scratch gently) or I get the white build-up too. I know if I've gone too long between thorough scalp cleanses because my head will get itchy even though my hair is not dirty.

At first I thought I needed to clarify, but shampoo makes it so much worse, like my scalp is overcompensating.

DepressedCurls · 09-10-2012, 07:13 PM

Yes exactly. It's frustrating. Do you rub your scalp with oil or something or just your scalp and fingers?

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StellarCurls · 09-10-2012, 10:37 PM

I do it when I cowash or shampoo (with sulfate free shampoo bar). I find that it's best to do it after working product in and before rinsing it out--if I do it after or during the rinse (or while dry, for that matter), it doesn't seem to all get rinsed off and my roots can be a little greasy.

DepressedCurls · 09-11-2012, 09:12 AM

Thanks! I did that along with my shea moisture spray and it's already improved a lot!

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