How do you get rid of dandruff and it’s treatment?

The white flaky scalp and itching sensation that comes with dandruff is definitely not irritating for everyone. How to get rid of dandruff? It’s a common question comes to everyone’s mind.  Dandruff is a common disorder of the scalp that is caused by dry and irritated oily skin, bacteria and fungus infection on the scalp. It is a harmless condition that occurs when the scalp becomes dry or greasy. 

Types of dandruff

First, we need to know what Dandruff is. Dandruff appears when any kinds of fungal infection like yeast take place on your scalp. When it will grow on your scalp it will be better known as Malassezia. It causes itching and hair fall beside the shedding of the scalp. There are two types of Dandruff, one is for dryness of the scalp and the other comes through the diseases. The first one occurs for the excessive dryness of the skin and the 2nd one is a real disease of the scalp. The 2nd one appears mainly for improper care of the scalp, irregular hair brushing, infrequent shampoo and improper diet. 

How Do You Get Dandruff? What Is The Cause Of Dandruff?

A fungus called Malassezia grows on your scalp is the cause of Dandruff. This results in shedding of the scalp skin. There are two types of dandruff – one occurs due to the dryness of the scalp, while the other occurs due to the excessive production of oil on the scalp. Some of the known causes of dandruff are:

• Improper and irregular brushing of hair
• Infrequent shampooing
• Improper diet
• Stress and certain illnesses like Parkinson’s disease, eczema, and seborrheic dermatitis

Can dandruff be cured?

Somehow, but it can be controlled. You’ll need to reserve a permanent space in your shower for specialized treatment shampoo containing zinc pyrithione or selenium sulfide. These anti-dandruff ingredients can help slow the rate at which your skin cells die and slough off.

Treatments for dandruff

The main treatment for dandruff is anti-dandruff shampoo. There are a number of types available to buy from supermarkets or pharmacies.

Look for a shampoo containing one of the following ingredients:

• zinc pyrithione
• salicylic acid
• selenium sulphide (or selenium sulfide)
• ketoconazole
• coal tar

There are many causes of dandruff and treatment will depend on the condition of your scalp. It is best to seek the advice of a doctor or dermatologist if your symptoms are severe. Dr. Manju Keshri dermatologist and Hair transplant expert at Kemps skin Clinic in Ghaziabad says that the following factors will contribute in a production of dandruff:

Dry Skin – dry skin is a common occurrence and can cause itchy and flaky skin. Usually smaller flakes implicate it is a result of dry skin, especially during winter periods.

Skin conditions – Skin disorders such as psoriasis and eczema can cause dandruff.

Reaction to products – some skin care and hair care products may cause a reaction and result in the dry, itchy and scaly scalp.

Diet – A diet containing zinc, B vitamins and some types of fats help reduce production of dandruff.