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Dandruff Causes

If you’re here, it’s because you’re wondering, “Why do I have dandruff all of a sudden?” and you need advice on how to avoid and deal with dandruff.

Dandruff causes are not as simple as you think. But don’t worry! If you’re wondering if dandruff is bad, it really isn’t. It’s just a little flaky, dry skin from your scalp.

It’s important for you to know some of the elements that cause it, so you can avoid being that embarrassing person who is constantly snowing from his or her hair. Treatment of dandruff is definitely available and accessible.

Dandruff Causes

Dandruff Causes

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Is Dandruff a fungus? No, dandruff is essentially dry, dead skin that comes from your scalp. It’s like when you are peeling because of dry skin on your arm or legs. It’s normal, and can be caused by many things.

If you have ever had dandruff, know there are multiple reasons for it. But don’t freak out, it’s not always a question of cleanliness. Although not a fungus, dandruff can be caused by a fungal infection, and in that case I would immediately seek medical attention. In the meantime, here are a few things that might cause it.

1 Dry Skin

Dry skin can be one of the many reasons you have dandruff. It can cause some flaky pieces to be hanging around your hair.

2 Oily Skin

Believe it or not, no one is safe from dandruff. Even if you have oily skin, you can have dandruff.

If there is irritation along with oily skin, that can actually be a condition known as seborrheic dermatitis. That is another issue, an incurable condition, but you can definitely treat it.

3 Not Shampooing Enough

Yes! I’m so glad to disprove the no-shampoo trend. Not shampooing enough can actually cause dandruff.  The dead skin cells on your scalp start accumulating and if you don’t wash it from time to time you’ll find some of our flaky friends on your hair.

4 Fungus Infection

A cause also know as Malassezia folliculitis, a fancy name for yeast growing in your hair, is another culprit. This cause is primarily found on adults.

5 Sensitive Hair Products

If you are sensitive to certain hair products, from shampoos to hair dyes, they can cause itchiness and irritation to the scalp, which will essentially cause dandruff.

6 Diet

Yep, it’s true your diet will definitely affect this one, so always make sure you are getting all the nutrients you need.

If you don’t consume enough B vitamins or foods that contain zinc, you are more likely to increase the risk of getting dandruff.

Luckily, it just gives us another reason to enjoy dark chocolate, since it contains zinc.

7 Brushing your Hair

Brushing your hair often actually helps with dandruff, as you are helping brush out all those dead cells that might have been collecting on your scalp.

How to treat it

Dandruff Causes

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Now, if you are wondering, how do you get rid of dandruff? There are a few solutions. Luckily today we have a lot of options, although if it is a skin condition or infection I would recommend you schedule an appointment with a dermatologist.

1 Organic products

Sometimes the right shampoo can help you get rid of dandruff.

2 Lemon

Apparently rubbing some lemon juice on your scalp can help with dandruff. It will also give your hair a lighter touch and bleach it “au natural.”

3 Aspirin

Crushing aspirin and adding it to your shampoo can help deal with dandruff and get rid of some of the irritation.

4 Apple Cider Vinegar

Apparently the acidity in Apple Cider Vinegar lessens the growth of yeast on your scalp.

The list could go on forever, but one thing is for sure — if the dandruff persists, check in with your dermatologist and make sure you don’t have any infections.

Edited by Kayla Caldwell
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