Understanding Dandruff
Everything you need to know about what causes dandruff, how to manage it, and how Nizoral® can help.
What is Dandruff
Dandruff is a common scalp condition that causes flaking and itching. It happens when the natural balance of your scalp is disrupted, often due to an overgrowth of yeast (Malassezia), excess oil production, or sensitivity to certain products.
Affects up to 50% of people worldwide
Caused by an overgrowth of yeast on the scalp
Symptoms include white flakes, itching, and redness
What Causes
Dandruff?
Dandruff occurs when your scalp’s natural balance is disrupted. Factors like yeast overgrowth (Malassezia), excess oil, and skin cell buildup are common culprits. Top causes are:
Dry Skin
Dry Skin – Dandruff is more prevalent in cold weather, which causes the skin to dry.
Malassezia
Malassezia furfur is the most common cause of dandruff. It’s a fungus naturally found on the outer skin, which causes problems when it grows excessively.
Seasonality
The skin can be aggravated by various external factors such as air pollution or low humidity.
Dermatitis
Dandruff can also be irritated due to excessive application of hair styling products or the continuous use of head covers.
How to
Prevent Dandruff
Dandruff can also be irritated due to excessive application of hair styling products or the continuous use of head covers.
Avoid Stress
If you suffer from dandruff, being stressed can sometimes worsen the symptoms as stress weakens the body’s natural defenses, making it more difficult to deal with the irritation of dandruff.
Massage
Lightly massaging your scalp during hair washing with a medicated dandruff shampoo will help to break up any dandruff flakes and ensure the scalp is fully coated.
Clean hair brushes
Ensure you clean your hairbrush, removing any dead hair and styling product residue.
Balanced diet
Eating well is not only good for your health but is also good for your hair and scalp. Foods that are rich in Omega-3 can help maintain a healthy scalp.
Regular washing
It’s important to wash your hair on a regular basis to remove the oils that build up from everyday life.
Moderate Styling
Eating well is not only good for your health but is also good for your hair and scalp. Foods that are rich in Omega-3 can help maintain a healthy scalp.
Say Goodbye
to dandruff and itching
Treat
Nizoral® treats the cause of dandruff and itchiness for continous scalp health.
Prevent
Maintain a healthy, flake-free scalp with Nizoral® Daily Care Shampoo, designed for everyday use.
Restore
Rebalance and soothe your scalp with Nizoral® Scalp Tonic, leaving it refreshed and moisturized.