Dandruff is a condition that causes the skin on the scalp to flake. It makes the scalp itchy and flaky without the signs of redness or swelling. Dandruff is a very common condition, affecting every second person. There are 4 types of dandruff:
Dry skin dandruff.
Oil-related dandruff.
Disease-related dandruff.
Fungal dandruff.
Seborrheic dermatitis, a condition with irritated and oily skin, is a more severe form of dandruff. Dandruff tends to be worse during cold and dry winter weather. Fatigue or stress can also trigger dandruff.
Following are some common symptoms of dandruff
Itchy scalp.
Crusty, scaly scalp with cradle cap in infants.
Skin flakes on your scalp, hair, eyebrows, mustache or beard, and shoulders.
Age, certain illnesses that affect the nervous system like Parkinson's disease, being male are some risk factors of it.
Below are causes of dandruff
Not shampooing enough.
Dry skin.
Sensitivity to hair care products.
Irritated, oily skin.
A Malassezia, a yeast-like fungus that feeds on oils on the scalp.
Eczema or psoriasis.
Hormonal issues.
Seborrheic dermatitis.
Mostly, people get confused between dandruff and dry scalp. They have the same main symptoms, but they are two different conditions. Dandruff causes too much oil on the scalp, while in the dry scalp, the skin gets irritated and flakes off.
Have a look at these preventive measures
Shampoo often. Women should 2 times a week and men 3-4 times.
While shampooing gently massages your scalp to loosen flakes.
Have enough B vitamins and zinc in your diet.
Limit the number of chemicals you use in the scalp.
Use anti-dandruff home remedies.
Brushing the hair often.
Use shampoo correctly. Limit the amount, and don't be harsh on your scalp.
Manage your dandruff with these tips
Firstly, and most importantly, start washing your hair more often.
Poor nutrition can lead to dandruff. Cut off eating high-carb foods.
Start oiling your hair. Dr. Weiser says, " Applying oils to the scalp will help draw oils from it and remove them".
Change your shampoo. Use anti-dandruff shampoo.
Don't scratch your scalp.
Use green tea, apple cider vinegar, neem leaves as your home remedies for dandruff.
In most cases, dandruff doesn't special medical care. See your dermatologist, if your condition doesn't improve with regular over-the-counter dandruff shampoo.
Also, have these important lifestyle changes
Reduce bad fats in your diet. Avoid pastries, cookies, pizza, or packaged snack foods.
Eat vitamin B-rich foods. Such as fish, chicken, dark green vegetables, etc.
Don't go out with wet hair.
Be careful, don't let the sweat accumulate in your scalp. Maintain good hygiene.
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