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Symptoms |
What are the signs and symptoms of dandruff?
• There are while flakes of skin on the scalp, and in the person's hair
• Flakes may be oily looking
• Head may feel tight and itchy
• Head may feel tingly
• Head may feel sore
• Red, flaky, greasy patches of skin (adults, Seborrheic dermatitis of the scalp in adults)
• Crusting and scaling rash on scalp (babies with Seborrheic dermatitis, or cradle cap).
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| Causes |
Causes of dandruff
• Dandruff is mainly caused by a fungus called Mallazesia globosa. This fungus is found floating in the atmosphere and can infect anyone.
• Excessive exposure to sunlight
• Perspiration
• Genetic problems
• Dry skin
• Seborrheic dermatitis (irritated, oily skin)
• Not enough shampooing
• Certain skin conditions - People with psoriasis, eczema and some other skin disorders tend to get dandruff much more frequently than other people.
• Reaction to hair/skin care products
• Diet - Some experts say that people who do not consume enough foods that contain zinc, B vitamins, and some types of fats are more prone to dandruff.
• Mental stress
• Not enough hair brushing
• Irregular shampooing and improper washing of scalp.
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| Tips |
Tips to dandruff free scalp and hair
1. Keep hair and scalp clean to avoid accumulation of dead cell.
2. Hair should be brushed daily to improve circulation.
3. Using Fenugreek Seeds- The use of fenugreek seeds is one of the most important remedies in the treatment of dandruff.Apply the paste of fenugreek and leave it for half an hour and thorough wash it with soap-nut (riths).
4. Fresh lime juice for the last rinse, while washing the hair, is another useful remedy.
5. Apply a mixture of lemon juice and juice of amla to the scalp. This also helps control dandruff in the hair.
Complications
A person with dandruff or seborrheic dermatitis will hardly every experience complications. If one were to occur, it would more likely to be caused by one of the dandruff treatments. If you find one of your dandruff shampoos, or scalp treatments is causing irritation, stop using it and ask your pharmacist to suggest another one.
At Hairline we offer special shampoos and procedures like ozone therapy to this problems.
Consult your doctor at hairline.
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