Washing your hair at regular intervals and keeping your scalp clean is essential to control dandruff. It is best to use lukewarm water to wash your hair. Using natural remedies like lemon juice, aloe vera, and fenugreek seeds can help reduce dandruff. If you have persistent dandruff and itching, you should see a dermatologist for treatment, as it could be a condition called ‘Seborrheic Dermatitis’.
Dandruff is a condition in which the skin on the scalp peels off. The main reasons behind this are:
Malassezia fungus: This is a fungus that is naturally found on everyone’s scalp. But in some people, it grows excessively and causes skin cells to die quickly. This is what causes dandruff.
Oily Scalp: When the sebaceous glands on the scalp produce excess oil (sebum), a favorable environment is created for the growth of fungus. This can increase dandruff.
Lack of hygiene: Dirt and oil build-up due to not washing the hair properly can cause dandruff. However, washing with excessively strong shampoo can dry out the scalp and cause dandruff to increase.
Dry Skin: During winter or cold weather, the scalp loses moisture and the skin peels off. This type of dandruff usually appears as small flakes.
Stress: Excessive stress can affect the body’s immune system and increase problems like dandruff.