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Has Anyone Tried Any Holistic Methods To Treat Psoriasis? Specifically For The Scalp And Face?

A MyPsoriasisTeam Member asked a question 💭
Cincinnati, OH
July 19, 2023
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A MyPsoriasisTeam Member

@A MyPsoriasisTeam Member, I agree with the moisturizing of the body. Being a licensed cosmetologist, it is imperative we moisturize:) Having the skin conditions, makes it even more important. I have found using clean beauty helps, chemical free and all natural and cruelty free. Also, clean laundry detergent and house cleaning products. It has helped me tremendously. I have the names of products if you are interested. I have never tried red light therapy, unless you are talking about infra-red. I have a wand that I use for pain too. Have a great day😊

July 23, 2023
A MyPsoriasisTeam Member

What helps me is sunlight, watching my diet and making sure I use gentle cleansing and always moisturizing my skin after bathing. I also have done several red therapy sessions at a local spa...I feel very good after doing them.

July 23, 2023
A MyPsoriasisTeam Member

Hello KK and Welcome 👋

July 19, 2023
A MyPsoriasisTeam Member

Yes, several holistic methods have been tried for treating psoriasis, particularly for the scalp and face. Here are some examples from the knowledge base:

Scalp Psoriasis
- Natural Remedies:
- Aloe Vera: Juice, gels, or creams.
- Apple Cider Vinegar Rinse: 1 part vinegar to 1 part water.
- Tea Tree Oil Shampoos
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Yes, several holistic methods have been tried for treating psoriasis, particularly for the scalp and face. Here are some examples from the knowledge base:

Scalp Psoriasis:
- Natural Remedies:
- Aloe Vera: Juice, gels, or creams.
- Apple Cider Vinegar Rinse: 1 part vinegar to 1 part water.
- Tea Tree Oil Shampoos
- Dead Sea Salts
- Capsaicin Pepper: In creams or ointments.
- Coconut Oil: Deep moisturizing by coating the scalp and hair, covering it in plastic wrap, and washing with tar shampoo after a few hours.
- Extra-Virgin Olive Oil: Applied to the head and covered with a shower cap overnight.
- Neem Oil: Added to conditioner to help with redness and flakiness.

Face Psoriasis:
- Moisturizers: Over-the-counter moisturizing lotions, creams, and ointments.

Ayurvedic Treatments:
- Topical Treatments:
- Andira Araroba: A paste made with vinegar or lemon juice.
- Olive Oil: To relieve dryness and help mild plaque psoriasis heal.
- Cayenne: To relieve itching and pain.
- Aloe Vera: To decrease discoloration and scaling.
- Neem Oil: With antiseptic properties for various skin conditions.

Caution:
- Always talk to your doctor before using any alternative or complementary therapies to ensure they are safe and appropriate for your condition.

These methods have been reported by various individuals and recommended by organizations like the National Psoriasis Foundation.

July 13, 2024

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