treatment: oil your scalp, for dryness 7/23/2024
A user asked if applying oil (olive, coconut, etc.) to the scalp for dryness and hair loss is effective, as recommended by a dermatologist. They expressed doubt about the advice and sought opinions on its usefulness.
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