Article: If your dandruff is severe, you can a number of anti-dandruff shampoos that contain the ingredients that kill the fungi partly responsible for dandruff. Note that you should only try 1 shampoo at a time, to see which is right for you. Look for shampoos at your local drugstore or pharmacy that contain: Zinc pyrithione: This ingredient helps to kill the malassezia fungi that is partially responsible for the development of dandruff. You can find zinc pyrithione in the brands like Head & Shoulders, Jason Dandruff Relief 2 in 1, and SHS Zinc. Salicylic acid and sulfur: This ingredient helps to soften dead skin cells on your scalp, causing them to shed and release from your scalp and can be found in Neutrogena T/Sal and Sebulex. Be aware you may experience dryness on your scalp after using a shampoo that contains salicylic acid. You can use a conditioner after the shampoo to keep your scalp moisturized. Selenium sulfide 1% to 2.5%: This ingredient helps to slow down the production of skin cells on your scalp and kill dandruff causing fungi. It can be found in Exsel, Selsun Blue, and Reme-T. However, this shampoo is not recommended for individuals with blonde or chemically treated hair, as it can discolor your hair. Ketoconazole 1% shampoo: This shampoo has a powerful antifungal effect that can treat and prevent dandruff. This ingredient can be found in Nizoral A-D shampoo. Coal tar shampoo: These shampoos can help to slow down the production of dead skin cells and prevent dandruff. This ingredient can be found in Neutrogena T/Gel, Tarsum, and Tegrin. You should not use certain types of anti-dandruff shampoo if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Always read the instructions on the label of the shampoo before use and talk to your doctor if you have concerns about using the shampoo. Once you decide on an anti-dandruff shampoo, it's important that you apply it properly for the most effective treatment. You can apply the shampoo once a day or every other day until your dandruff is under control. The exception is Ketoconazole shampoo, which only needs to be applied twice a week. Choose 1 type of shampoo and use it for a few weeks to see if it helps. Don't use multiple types of shampoo at once. Apply the shampoo by massaging it into your scalp and leaving it on for at least 5 minutes so the ingredients have time to work. If the dandruff shampoo appears to be working, reduce your use of the shampoo to 2 to 3 times a week. If the shampoo does not work after several weeks and your dandruff is still severe, you should talk to your doctor about prescription treatments. In addition to anti-dandruff shampoos, you may want to try medicated creams that you can apply to your scalp to treat dandruff. There are 2 creams you can use: Corticosteroid creams: These can reduce any inflammation or dry skin and are available over the counter in either 0.5% or 1% concentrations. You can use them on your scalp on damp hair after you have used anti-dandruff shampoo. Antifungal creams: These creams are effective as they can reduce the amount of yeast organisms living on your skin, including your scalp. Look for over the counter creams that have 1% clotrimazole and 2% miconazole cream. You can apply antifungal creams one to two times a day. If you have copious dandruff on your scalp, then you can also apply warm mineral oil at bedtime to help loosen up the scales. Cover your hair and scalp with a shower cap and wear it overnight. Then, shampoo your hair with a medicated shampoo in the morning.
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Try over-the-counter dandruff shampoo that contains zinc or salicylic acid. Apply the shampoo according to the label instructions. Use over the counter medicated creams to treat your dandruff. Apply mineral oil before using a medicated shampoo.
Article: Make sure you remove the complete corms with all smaller cormels surrounding it. Shake off the loose soil and cut the stems from the corms. Break apart the old dried corms off of the new corms and remove loose husks. Leave wrapper husks attached during storage. The new corms are called cormels. Cormels will not produce flowers the first year they are planted, but will grow into larger corms for future year's flowers. Dust them with the same insecticide you used to protect the plants and keep them in a dark, cool, well-ventilated area where they will not freeze.
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Dig gladiola corms just before first frost. Dry the corms in a warm, well-ventilated area for 2 to 3 weeks. Clean the corms by dusting off remaining dried soil with your hands. Sort out, clean and label the small cormels for planting next year. Store corms for the winter.
Article: Until you are able to get the cat to the veterinarian for a checkup, it is best to handle the cat while you wear protective clothing. Wear thick gloves, a long-sleeved shirt and long pants to minimize the chance of getting scratched or bitten. After you've been petting the cat with a spoon for a while, try sneaking your hand under the spoon and petting the cat. Only pet the cat's shoulders and head. Don't get anywhere near its underside. A cat will be very defensive if it feels threatened. Only when your cat fully trusts you will you be able to pet its belly. Use a towel or blanket to pick up the cat. Do this after you've pet the cat a few times. Choose a time when the cat seems calm and relaxed. It can take a long time to get to this stage. It really depends on the cat. Some cats will never be truly tamed enough to pick up. If the cat struggles when you hold it, let it go. You may end up getting scratched or bitten. You might also undo all your hard work getting to this point.
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Wear protective clothing. Use your hand to pet the cat. Try picking up the cat.