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Dandruff is the excessive flaking of dead skin cells from the scalp. Dandruff is not an organism like lice, but just dead skin that accumulates in the scalp. Skin cells to die and flake is common and normal. But in some people it becomes redundant. When accompanied by redness and irritation of the dandruff can be a symptom of seborrhoeic dermatitis or psoriasis.
Dandruff can also be caused by other conditions:
Oily skin
Many people believe that dandruff is caused by dry scalp. However, dandruff is also found in oily scalp. Layers of excess oil on the scalp can dry out, thicken and become debris in the form of dandruff.Sweat
If you exercise regularly, you sweat more, which can also cause dandruff, especially if you do not wash as often as they should.Fungi
Certain forms of dandruff are also believed to be caused by a fungus on the scalp. Because the fungus can not be eliminated completely the dandruff also not be exterminated, can only be controlled.Other factors
cold weather, the use of sprays and hair oils, shampoos that do not fit, the less shampoo rinses clean, rarely wash my hair, diet, stress and hormonal disorders.What to do if dandruff?
- Do not ignore dandruff because it will just make more growth. This causes itching, so you scratching your head. Vigorous scratching can cause the scalp injured and vulnerable to infection.
- If you have mild dandruff, you can try to increase the frequency of your wash. The more you wash with a mild anti-dandruff shampoo, the less dandruff you have. If necessary, Wash daily with the shampoo to control dandruff growth.
- If mild anti-dandruff shampoo is not working or your dandruff is severe, use a shampoo / special anti-dandruff medication that contains selenium sulfide, zinc pyrithione, sulfur acid / salicylic and other active substances to wash your hair.
Use only as needed because these drugs tend to be stronger effect. After that, leave it on for at least five minutes before rinsing. Massage your scalp gently with your fingertips for blood circulation in the head. This medicine may be used alone or mixed with regular shampoo (follow use instructions). You can also intersperse the use of anti-dandruff with regular shampoo. Once your dandruff disappears, switch to your regular shampoo.