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A dry, itchy scalp is the most common cause of dandruff in the winter. A
number of variables contribute to this, including dry, chilly air and a high
prevalence of the Malassezia fungus. If you want to reduce and treat dandruff,
you'll need to utilise the correct hair care products for the job. Dandruff is
by far the most inconvenient and humiliating hair issue.
Dandruff can be caused by stress, a change in climate (severe heat or cold), an
overabundance of fatty foods, a change in shampoo, excessive sweat, and even
pollution. Dandruff flares up when Malassezia, a naturally occurring
microorganism on the scalp, is worsened by any of these circumstances.
Dr Amrendra Kumar, Consultant Dermatologist and Hair Transplant Surgeon,
Director of DermaClinix shares 10 tricks to drive away dandruff this winter are
as follows-
. Avoid direct heat- One of the most common causes of a flaky
scalp is excessive heat. Wet hair can cause headaches and colds, which is why
hair dryers are so popular in the winter. However, direct heat exposure, such as
from ironing boards and hair dryers, dries the scalp. Instead, towel-dry your
hair before allowing it to air dries.
. Cut down on sugar- Sugar is bad for both your skin and your
hair. It turns out that it's also bad for your hair! Excessive oily flakes are
caused by high blood sugar levels, which increase dandruff in the winter. Reduce
your sugar intake and replace it with honey or jaggery.
. Drink more water- We often forget to drink water during the
winter, which dehydrates the skin and hair, causing more dandruff. The average
daily water consumption limit is set at 5 litres, but if it's getting too cold,
4 litres will suffice!
. Use biotin and zinc supplements- Biotin is a hair vitamin
that can be found in a variety of foods and is also available as a supplement in
pharmacies and supermarkets. Biotin has been found to be "likely effective" in
the treatment of biotin deficiency and to be safe when used in the recommended
amounts. Deficiency can lead to dandruff. Rule out fungal infection, psoriasis
if it is not responding to medicines.
. Change your diet- Vitamin B, zinc, and omega 3 fatty acids
are all good for the hair and scalp. Fruits and raw salads should be part of
your daily diet. These nutrients are abundant in eggs, fish, bananas, and
spinach.
. Brush your hair often- It may aid in scalp stimulation and
blood circulation. This will aid in the production of oils that keep the hair
and scalp healthy.
. Use a cotton towel- After you've washed your hair, wipe it
dry with a cotton towel. Towels with a rough texture should be avoided because
they can cause more frizz.
. Visit a dermatologist- If your dandruff problem becomes out
of hand; seek the advice of a reputable dermatologist. In these situations, an
expert will be able to provide you with the best solution, so don't hesitate to
seek advice.
. Use shampoo containing zinc pyrithione, selenium sulphide or 2%
ketoconazole- Many anti-dandruff shampoos contains zinc pyrithione
shampoo. It is antifungal, antibacterial, and antimicrobial, which means it, can
kill fungus, bacteria, and microorganisms that cause itchy, flaky scalp. If
you've tried these shampoos and other home remedies and still don't feel better,
then consult a dermatologist. The contact period of shampoo should be a minimum
of 5 minutes. These shampoos make the hair dry, so use conditioner as well.
. Always keep your hair and scalp clean- When going out in the
sun, cover your head with a scarf, hat, or cap. Keeping your hair free of
pollutants will aid in its growth. Sweating is normal, but excessive sweat can
cause hair buildup. After you've exercised or had a particularly sweaty day,
always dry your hair.
. Hormonal Inbalance- In females, oily scalps and severe
dandruff may be signs of hormonal imbalance, so rule out that as well. Usually,
dandruff does not happen in children, but if it happens, rule out lice infection
or fungal infection.
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