Hair Dandruff
Hair dandruff is the white flakes or scales that result from the shedding of dead skin cells from the scalp. It’s a natural occurrence, but if the amount of dandruff exceeds the normal limit, it becomes a problem that needs to be addressed, especially since it causes itching for the individual, in addition to its annoying and embarrassing appearance. In this article, we will discuss the causes of dandruff and some ways to treat it.
Causes of Dandruff: Most dermatologists attribute dandruff to the presence of a small fungus that lives on human skin all the time called Malassezia, without causing any harm. Among the reasons that lead to its appearance are:
Internal Causes: Resulting from hormonal imbalance, or the individual’s sensitivity to certain types of food such as shellfish, excessive consumption of fatty foods, or excessive intake of sugars.
External Causes: Resulting from excessive use of hair care products, such as dyes and hair styling creams, or exposing the hair to weather fluctuations, such as cold weather. Also, irregular hair washing increases the likelihood of dandruff.
Symptoms of Dandruff: Dryness of the scalp, which can sometimes be oily. Itching. Appearance of flakes or small white scales of skin.
Ways to Prevent Dandruff: Avoid exposing the scalp to high or low temperatures. Moderation in the number of hair washes. Avoid using chemical hair care products excessively. Do not keep the hair covered continuously for a long time. Consume foods rich in unsaturated fatty acids such as Omega-3, as this helps to get rid of dandruff if the imbalance of fatty acids in the body is the cause.
Treatment of Dandruff: Medical Treatment: It involves consulting a doctor, who may prescribe medical products and medications for treatment, one of the prominent ones being the Bioksin anti-dandruff shampoo available on our website.
Home Remedies: This can be done by using some natural recipes prepared at home, examples of which include:
Olive Oil and Almond Oil: By mixing equal amounts of both oils and massaging the hair with them for five minutes. Repeat this recipe four times a week.
Rosemary: Apply four drops of rosemary oil on the hands, then massage the scalp with the fingertips and leave it for several hours before washing.
Coconut Milk: By mixing coconut milk extracted from the fruit with a suitable amount of lemon juice, and adding the mixture to a suitable amount of hot water. Apply it to the hair, then wash it with lukewarm water after half an hour of using the mixture.