\nSkin cells naturally renew themselves after a certain time. When new skin cells are produced faster than the old or dead cells, it makes way to generate dandruff on the scalp. The increment in temperature can further increase the risk of dandruff.
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<\/a><\/p>\nThere are some other factors that increase the risk of dandruff, such as:
\n\u2022 Heredity<\/p>\n
\u2022 Not enough hair brushing<\/p>\n
\u2022 Yeast sensitive people have higher risk<\/p>\n
\u2022 Hormonal changes, like puberty<\/p>\n
\u2022 Excess alcohol consumption<\/p>\n
\u2022 Eating high-sugar, spicy, or high-salt foods<\/p>\n
\u2022 Lack of nutrients – fatty acids and vitamin B<\/p>\n
\u2022 Weather changes<\/p>\n
\u2022 Stress<\/p>\n
\u2022 Seborrheic dermatitis – It affects not only the scalp, but also other areas of the body like backs of the ears, the breastbone, eyebrows and sides of the nose. It mainly happens due to an oily and sensitive skin.<\/p>\n
Also Read:10 Common Myths About Acne<\/span><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n Symptoms of dandruff:<\/strong> \u2022 Oily looking flakes<\/p>\n \u2022 Feeling of tight and itchy head<\/p>\n \u2022 Tingling on head<\/p>\n \u2022 Sore feeling<\/p>\n \u2022 Red, flaky, greasy patches on the skin (adults, Seborrheic dermatitis of the scalp in adults)<\/p>\n \u2022 Crusting and scaling rash on scalp (babies with Seborrheic dermatitis, or cradle cap)<\/p>\n Dandruff Treatment:<\/strong> Diagnosis of Seborrheic dermatitis:<\/strong> A medicated shampoo which has certain active ingredients can give effective dandruff treatment. These active ingredients include:<\/p>\n \u2022 Zinc pyrithione<\/strong> \u2022 Selenium sulfide<\/strong> \u2022 Coal tar<\/strong> \u2022 Ketoconazole<\/strong> \u2022 Salicylic acids<\/strong> \u2022 Tea-tree oil<\/strong>
\nThe major sign of dandruff is white flakes or dry itchy scalp. The other symptoms of this condition include:
\n\u2022 While flakes on the scalp and in the person’s hair<\/p>\n
\nIn most of the cases, self-treatment like gentle scalp massage and thorough rinse can help to get rid of dandruff. However, those who have severe dandruff symptoms can also visit a doctor for better dry scalp treatment.<\/p>\n
\nThis skin problem occurs due to oily skin, stress, family history and some medical conditions. It can be prevented by cleaning scalp, skin and hair with shampooing.<\/p>\n
\nIt can help in reducing the production of yeast.<\/p>\n
\nIt slows down the production of natural oils which are produced by scalp glands.<\/p>\n
\nThe natural anti-fungal agents available in coal tar help to eliminate dandruff. If your hair is dyed or treated, then long-term usage of coal tar can stain it like a natural shine.<\/p>\n
\nIt\u2019s also a very effective anti-fungal substance. Most people who use it are pleased with its results. Experts say, shampoos with this ingredient can be used by all including young and elderly people.<\/p>\n
\nSuch acids help your scalp get rid of skin cells. They do not slow down the reproduction of skin cells. Many “scalp scrubs” contain salicylic acids. Some people find salicylic acid treatments leave their scalps dry and eventually make the flaking of the skin worse.<\/p>\n
\nA number of shampoos now include tea-tree oil as one of its active ingredients. It can be used as an anti-fungal, antibiotic, and an antiseptic.<\/p>\n