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Itching with seborrheic dermatitis can be really frustrating, but there are several strategies that may help bring some relief. Here are some options worth trying:

- Apply a cool, wet cloth to affected areas to soothe irritation
- Rinse skin with cold water at the end of every shower
- Try refrigerating your topical creams Show Full Answer

Itching with seborrheic dermatitis can be really frustrating, but there are several strategies that may help bring some relief. Here are some options worth trying:

- Apply a cool, wet cloth to affected areas to soothe irritation
- Rinse skin with cold water at the end of every shower
- Try refrigerating your topical creams before applying — the cool temperature can provide extra relief
- Use an over-the-counter corticosteroid cream containing desonide, fluocinolone, or hydrocortisone
- Moisturize regularly with a fragrance-free moisturizer to support your skin barrier
- Rotate between at least two dandruff shampoos to keep them effective
- Blow-dry hair on the cool setting, or let it air-dry One thing to be really mindful of — try hard not to scratch, even though it's tempting! Scratching can trigger an itch-scratch cycle that actually makes itching worse, and can lead to sores or even hair loss.

Stress can also trigger flare-ups, so practices like meditation, deep breathing, or light exercise may help reduce itching indirectly.

Always check with your dermatologist before trying something new, as what works for one person may not work for another.

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