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Topicals, oral medicines, and procedures for sensitive scalps: choosing by mechanism

Sensitive scalp treatments fall into three lanes: topicals, oral medicines, and procedures. Learn when to choose each, how to step up care safely, and which results to expect, with science-backed...

The Better Scalp Company Sensitive Scalp Treatment Sequencing Checklist

Start treatments without flare ups. This step by step scalp plan builds a calm baseline, adds one medicated shampoo at a time, uses safe steroid schedules, and flags when to...

Dermatologist-Guided Scalp Treatment: Match Diagnosis to Proven Therapies

Sensitive scalps follow patterns. This guide shows how dermatologists diagnose seborrheic dermatitis, scalp psoriasis, contact allergy, telogen effluvium, and alopecia areata, then build stepwise treatments. Learn which shampoos and medicines...

Diagnostic Yield of Trichoscopy vs Labs in Hair Loss, 2025

This guide explains which tests truly help hair loss. It shows how trichoscopy delivers quick, high yield answers and when selective labs like ferritin or thyroid stimulating hormone add value....

Telogen Effluvium, Androgenetic Alopecia, Alopecia Areata: Patterns and Triggers

Stress shedding, pattern hair loss, and autoimmune patches look and behave differently. This guide shows you how dermatologists tell telogen effluvium, androgenetic alopecia, and alopecia areata apart, what testing is...

Hair and Scalp Diagnosis Consult: Preparation Checklist that Improves Accuracy

Preparing well turns a stressful scalp visit into a confident plan. This empathetic checklist shows what to bring, how to prep your hair, which photos help, and why fragrance-free basics...

Sensitive Scalp Symptoms: Identify Causes and Choose Safe Treatments

Most scalp problems fall into a few buckets. This guide helps you match symptoms to causes, pick safe first line fixes, and know when to see a clinician. It covers...

The Better Scalp Company Dermatologist-First Triage Improves Sensitive Scalp Outcomes

Dermatologist-first triage shortens the path from guesswork to relief for sensitive scalps. Our 2025 review of 100 cases shows faster diagnosis, fewer product misfires, and safer care. Learn how trichoscopy,...

Sensitive Scalp Triage: When Self-Care Works and When Dermatology Matters

Not sure whether to treat scalp flakes at home or book a dermatologist? This reassuring guide shows you what to try first, the stop signs to watch for, and when...

Scalp Symptom Triage Checklist for Itch, Flakes, Shedding, and Sores

Confused by dandruff, itch, shedding, or sore spots? This empathetic checklist walks you through fast home triage, safe fragrance free routines, and clear red flags. Learn when to try antifungal...

Sensitive Scalp: When to See a Dermatologist or Self Treat

Unsure whether to self treat a sensitive scalp or book a dermatology visit. This guide explains red flags, what to try at home, when prescriptions are needed, and how to...

Water Hardness Adjustments and Sensitive Scalp Outcomes: How to Measure Impact

Hard water can aggravate sensitive scalps, but not everyone needs a whole-home softener. This guide shows you how to measure hardness, change one variable at a time, and benchmark itch,...