Dandruff is a harmless condition that causes stress to women that suffer from it.
Why do we get Dandruff?
Our skin is constantly renewing itself: old cells fall away from the scalp and new ones grow beneath. What happens in women with dandruff is that this process happens very quicky so a large number of cells are sehdding at any one time. These flakes shed in large clumps visible to the human eye.
Sever dandruff is caused by seborrheic dermatitis that causes greasy scales.
How can we eradicate dandruff?
It is very hard to completely eradicate dandruff, but it can be kept under control.
Dandruff is less severe during summer months as sunlight inhibits the fungus responsible for the dandruff.
What can I do to reduce Dandruff?
You can reduce Dandruff by using shampoos that contain active ingredients like selenium sulfide or zinc to fight dandruff.
For severe dandruff you may try shampoos that contain ketoconasole, this is an anti-fungal that acts again the fungus that causes seborrehieci dermatitis.
Are there any natural ingredients that may help me to reduce Dandruff?
Tea tree oil is a natural anti-fungal agent. You may want to use shampoos or conditioners that contain tea tree oli or try tou use a tee tree oil treatment every week.
Tea tree oil contains am anti-fungal agent that may help you to combat dandruff, try shampoos and conditioners that have it.
Are there any myths about dandruff?
Some people say that dandruff sufferers should not use conditioning, this is a myth, it is alright to use conditioning as long as it contains active ingredients to help figth against it.
Things you should know about dandruff
Chemcal hair dyes destroy good bacteria, it is better to avoid colouring until dandruff is under control.
it is recommended that you have a healthy diet that includes white meat or fish, eggs, fruit and vegetables.
You cound visit your doctor and discuss about it if you find it persists.
