T.J. asks from Binghamton, NY on February 01, 2010
Dry Patch on Scalp
I'm looking for something to rid my 3 year old daughter of a dry patch on her scalp. My mom said to put oil on it but I don't want to damage her hair or clog her pores on her scalp. Is there any shampoo safe enough for kids that can help or even any other product that would help? It's only on a small spot on her head so I would need something safe for her whole scalp or something that can be applied directly. Any help is appreciated.
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R.Y. answers from New York on February 02, 2010
Olive oil did a great job when my daughter had cradle cap. Put it on and wait 20 minutes to shampoo and it washes right out with baby shampoo. Plant oils are better than mineral oil.
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C.B. answers from New York on February 02, 2010
R.Q. answers from New York on February 02, 2010
Olive oil (or coconut oil) will help with the dryness and won't damage her skin, pores or hair--actually the "specialty" shampoos may cause more problems than the oil.
S.D. answers from Albany on February 02, 2010
Mineral oil or maybe even almond oil might work. I would want to rule out ring worm too just in case.
E.A. answers from Albany on February 02, 2010
Mom's are always right! Mineral Oil works wonders....
C.R. answers from Dallas on February 01, 2010
R.Y. answers from New York on February 02, 2010
Olive oil did a great job when my daughter had cradle cap. Put it on and wait 20 minutes to shampoo and it washes right out with baby shampoo. Plant oils are better than mineral oil.
K.O. answers from Rochester on February 01, 2010
D.W. answers from Indianapolis on February 01, 2010
Where on her head is the dry spot? I'd recommend something like aquaphor if it's a small spot and using a Q-tip to apply it. Aquaphor is very greasy, but it's really safe and works like a champ on most dry skin conditions.
Good luck!
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