Having dandruff is a very uncomfortable situation, especially when it comes to social events where it can cause embarrassment to the people who have it.
Some people believe that having dandruff is automatically a sign of dry scalp, but that is not true. It is possible to have dry scalp without having dandruff as it occurs when there is not enough moisture in the area, which might be due to not being able to make enough or just not being able to lock it in for when needed. When this happens, it is common to have itchiness, sensitivity, and dandruff, but not in all cases.
Many factors can cause it, but it is generally known that washing the hair too often can cause dryness and skin conditions like eczema. Furthermore, cold weather may also be the cause, as it strips the moisture away from the hair.
In cases where there is dandruff, it is typically caused by a sensitivity to hair products or because of the scalp being too oily. Sometimes it might not look like white flakes and not be so easily detected, as it can be like an extra amount of dry shampoo on the head.
To treat these conditions, there are a few recommended steps to be followed:
- Use of proper shampoo (or other hair care product to treat dandruff)
- Use of a dandruff remover, like a scalp massager
- Avoid the use of hats with wet hair
- Have a balanced diet
If there is any type of change, we recommend booking an appointment. If an increased discomfort is experienced, a dermatologist should be visited as there can be more substantial causes that might need medicine or long-term treatments.
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About the Author: MSci Maísa Melo is a Pharmacist and a current PhD student in cosmetic technology, from São Paulo, Brazil. She has earned her master’s degree from the University of São Paulo and has been involved with the development, stability, safety and efficacy of cosmetics since 2013. She has specialized in the clinical efficacy of cosmetics by biophysical and skin imaging techniques as well as the use of alternative models to animal testing. Her research work has been published in several scientific journals and book chapters from the field.
