You’ve got some valid points there. It seems to me that some of the
dandruff shampoos could be modified into washes at the very least,
however there is no push for this as it’s an unfashionable disorder.

All the dermatologists I have come across have been dismissive and
the condition isn’t one that’s regularly researched. Presumably gene
therapy would at some point provide a treatment; my message to you is
to try different things and stay away from steroids despite their
obvious allure. For me, cider vinegar is the answer (or the closest
there is to an answer) - for you it might be something different.

In the meantime don’t give up. There are plently of buddies on here
to help, guide and support each other.

Simon

I assume that the rosewater and glycerin mixture would
be fine. That mixture has been used by ladies for
decades.

As a man, though, smelling like flowers is something I
try to avoid, so I prefer my glycerin straight — just
like I prefer my whiskey
I too wondered about the effects of chlorinated water
on my skin, so a few years ago I purchased a shower
filter. It didn’t seem to make any difference in my
case.

Michael

Go table 10 — glycerin is given a score of 0/3 which
means non acne causing.

Michael

To use glycerin as a moisturizer, I use volume rather
than weight. For example, 1 tablespoon (15 ml) mixed
with 3 tablespoons (45 ml) distilled water. Then
simply apply to the skin as needed.

As a cleanser, I use the glycerin undiluted. I rinse
my face with cool water, apply a tablespoon or so (15
ml), cleanse gently with fingers, and then rinse again
with cool water.

Afterwards, when my skin is dry, I apply about 1
teaspoon (5 ml) of the 1 part glycerin & 3 part water.

By the way, I’ve been experimenting with a topical
itraconazole (Sporanox) solution that I concocted.
I’ll create a new post regarding that in a few days.

Michael

You might try glycerin to deal with flakiness. It’s
been used for decades to moisturize skin. It can be
found on the shelf in most pharmacies and is
inexpensive. Mix 1 part glycerin to 3 parts water.

It’s also an excellent cleanser. It doesn’t dry out
skin or irritate it. I’ve been using it for several
years since my skin is very sensitive to products like
soaps, cleansers, lotions, etc.

Even better still, a team of researchers think that it
can be helpful for skin conditions:

Michael