Dandruff- Causes

DANDRUFF (MICROSCOPIC VIEW)

LARGE PATCHES OF DANDRUFF

Each time you scratch your head you find some white stuff coming out of the scalp and hair. These are the dandruff. They are not only the causes why you scratch you head to avoid itching but is also a source of embarrassment in public life. They stick to your hair and gets deposited on the dress material below the shoulder.

SCALP WITH DANDRUFF

 Dandruff is also the cause why you suffer from hair fall. It is a fact that your hair will become sticky and oily. This will make your scalp more itchy .Too much of scratching can redden your scalp. The dandruff becomes more prominent especially during the winter season. Our market is flooded with innumerable anti dandruff shampoo and conditioners promising excellent result. Before starting any kind of experiment it is wise to educate oneself with the cause of this threatening issue.

One of the reason or deciding factor is the skin type you got. The dandruff is more prominent and mostly suffered by those having dry skin .In case you have dry skin it is likely that you will be suffering from this persisting issue for indefinite time. During the winter season this dryness will increase compared to any other season and the effect will be visible in your skin, hand face. Therefore during the winter season dandruffs become more prominent.

 

Sometimes the hair product we use may not suite our scalp. They might cause allergies. Contact dermatitis is mostly caused from the products which are sensitive to our hair. The skin dermatitis is responsible for producing itchy scalps and then leads to dandruff.

One of the prime causes of dandruff is the negligence of an individual. Like other parts of our body it is also important that we clean our hair. Irregular shampooing and washing of hair may cause dandruff. In case the hair remains unclean for a long time the oil gets accumulated on our scalp and in turn assists in producing dandruff.

Malassezia

Malassezia a yeast  is also the cause of dandruff. They are mostly present in our scalp .In-case the growth of Malassezia gets out of control dandruff is likely to occur. The Malassezia feeds on the oil secreted from the hair follicle are responsible for irritating the skin. The dandruff flakes are usually larger .They are caused when skins gets clumped together .They are binded by oil.

 


The blow dryer can be a great enemy. Excessive use of blow dryer makes your scalp dry thus results in the activation of the reaction of the Malassezia.

Many a time dandruff is caused due to hormonal reason. This problem is acute during the puberty. This can affect both the gender.

 

No matter how many promises the beauty product company makes, not every shampoo is suitable for all. Our skin is sensitive to certain chemicals and therefore reacts accordingly. You might notice that your hair looses the luster or quantity when you use a shampoo which is not meant for your hair. It is advisable to discard the product immediately before it’s too late. Do not shampoo on regular basis as that might cause dryness and irritation in your scalp. Twice or thrice a week is fine.

Apart from the above cause’s mental stress, , sweating, poor hygiene  can be the reasons why dandruff occurs.