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Scalpicin (Anti-Itch Liquid)
NO prescription required
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Scalpicin Anti-Itch Liquid is the remedy for certain types of scalp itch. Scalpicin is not ashampoo, but rather medicated, leave-in treatment that does not contain coal-tar. This makes Scalpicin safe and convenient, allowing it to be applied any time or place that scalp itch becomes bothersome. Plus, Scalpicin will not interfere with your hairstyle. The Scalpicin product you choose depends on the severity of your scalp itch. For everyday scalp itch associated with seborrheic dermatitis, use Scalpicin Anti-Itch Liquid "Hypoallergenic Formula." This formula contains salicylic acid, which effectively breaks up the flaking that causes itching. This treatment can be used daily to help alleviate the flaking that is causing the itch from seborrheic dermatitis. It is good to use when weather, hairstyling, medications and dry skin exacerbate the seborrheic dermatitis.
Seborrheic dermatitis can be found anywhere on the body, but is often limited to the face and scalp areas, where sebaceous (oil) glands are prevalent. This condition of severe itching, dryness and scaliness results when these oil glands become clogged and inflamed. The cause of the recurring condition is unknown. Scratching the area can actually worsen the problem.
Psoriasis is a skin condition that can be found anywhere on the body. Scientists believe it is a result of a gene that is passed down through families. In a person with normal skin, new cells replace old cells of the stratum corneum (outer layer of skin) every 28 days, as dead skin cells naturally slough off. Those with psoriasis can have new cells coming to the surface approximately every four days. This hyper-proliferation of cells causes them to bunch up at the surface, taking on the form of large, thick, white scales and sheets of skin that actually slough off in these large sheets. The bunching of the skin cells at the surface of the skin can lead to intense itching which, again, can be exacerbated by scratching. The scalp is an area where psoriasis often occurs.
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