Entries RSSDandruff: a matter of great concern
Dandruff is a condition in which flakes and chunks of dead skin are shed from a persons scalp. Medically, dandruff is known as ‘pityriasis’. More than 60% of people around the world experience dandruff at some point in their life. It has been found that adults and adolescents are affected by dandruff more than children. It is a known fact that it has become a social problem more than a medical problem. There are several reasons behind the dandruff but one and exact is not yet known. These are:
• Poor diet is one of the main causes for dandruff.
• If hair products like shampoos, conditioners, etc. are not washed off properly they enlarge the ill effects of dandruff.
• Excessive tension, fatigue, pollution and stress add to this problem.
• People with Hormonal imbalances are very prone to it.
• Change in weather can also cause this problem.
• Constipation can be reason for a scalp full of white dandruff flakes.
• A very dry or a very oily scalp is the main cause of dandruff.
How To Get Rid Of Dandruff
With dandruff you also tend to loose your hair and their beauty. It can even become a nightmare for you. So be cautious about your hair. Here are some advices which you can follow to get rid of it:
Using anti-dandruff shampoo: it can help you to a great extent. But regular use of shampoo, without taking the guidance of a dermatologist can harm your hair. Therefore, if you have dandruff, first go to a skin specialist to ask for the right kind of shampoo which suits you.
Use of herbal shampoo: Researches have found that use of herbal shampoo on every other day is very effective to reduce oily dandruff. To remove them massage your hair with the oil prescribed by the skin specialist. Move your fingertips gently on the scalp and leave for few minutes before washing your hair. You will find a great difference in your hair.
Follow right diet pattern: diet plays a great role to remove dandruff. Get a diet chart from a skin specialist and make sure you are not consuming chocolate, iodized salt, and nuts and foods, which are high in calories. Intake of Vitamin A, E and B complex is important for long and healthy hair. Include green vegetables, chicken, fish and milk in your diet chart and you will get these vitamins in proper quantity. Drink sufficient water, since it takes good care of your skin.
Practice Exercise and yoga: Dandruff also happens due to the disturbance of blood circulation in the scalp. Try getting therapy or massage, for it will help circulating blood in the scalp. Practice stress reducing methods such as meditation and yoga. These healing treatments can have positive effects on physical health and your hair condition too.
Dandruff is a complex hair problem and needs an intensive care. Though there is no definite permanent treatment but it is also not impossible to get rid of. A few lifestyle modifications, constant hair care, healthy habits and a balanced diet can keep your scalp dandruff-free. And if the above techniques are not helpful, then your problem is more serious and you are not capable of handling it on your own and you need to take help from a dermatologist. Once you have done away with it. You can sport beautiful hairstyles.
TAKE CARE OF YOUR HAIR.