Q: What’s the best way to get rid of dandruff once and for all?
A: Dandruff is a common chronic scalp condition marked by flaking of the skin on your scalp. Mild cases may need nothing more than daily shampooing with a gentle cleanser. More stubborn cases of often respond to medicated shampoos. Dandruff can have several causes:
• Dry skin (the most common cause).
• Irritated, oily skin (seborrheic dermatitis). This is one of the most frequent causes of dandruff and is marked by red, greasy skin covered with flaky white or yellow scales.
• Other skin conditions, such as eczema (a chronic, inflammatory skin condition) or psoriasis (a skin condition marked by a rapid buildup of rough, dry, dead skin cells that form thick scales) may appear as dandruff.
• Not shampooing often enough.
• A yeast-like fungus (malassezia). Malassezia lives on the scalps of most adults, but for some, it irritates the scalp.
• Sensitivity to hair-care products (contact dermatitis).
Follow these tips to keep dandruff under control:
1. Shampoo regularly. Use a medicated shampoo if necessary.
2. Cut back on styling products, which can build up on your hair and scalp.
3. Eat healthy foods. A diet that provides enough zinc, B vitamins and essential fatty acid may help prevent dandruff.
—Source: Mayo Clinic
Good Neighbor Pharnacy Health Connection Feb 2015
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