This has been a continuous requests on my blog but I couldn’t really post on it because I have personally never suffered from this problem so I have no idea how to deal with it. But, again this week I got a request on this topic so I thought its a high time to do a post on it. But, think of this as a disclaimer, none of the remedies have been personally tried by me and may or may not work. I definitely shall try my level best to write only about the things which will not have negative effects in the short or long term.
What is Dandruff?
Dandruff is the flaky skin which is the result of shedding of the skin cells ont he scalp. Even the skin on the scalp gets replaced. Consequently, if the skin cells get replaced too frequently or quickly, the dead skin cells tend to accumulate on the scalp and create a flaky scalp. This leads to the condition of dandruff and the most common symptom is itchy scalp. [That reminds me that I had been having a really annoying time with my scalp lately!! It used to itch badly.]
How to treat Dandruff?
Dandruff, most commonly, occurs in people with oily skin and oily hair as opposed to the popular belief that dandruff is a symptom of dry scalp. Dryness is definitely a condition which encourages dandruff but it is an acquired dryness, not the naturally dry scalp, in general. So, instead of treating dryness, it is better to clean the scalp more frequently to remove the dead skin cells from the scalp which keep on accumulating on the scalp.
- Wash hair Frequently. This might not sound as a remedy but instead look as a tool to worsening the condition but it is actually true. Washing hair more frequently ensures cleaner scalp and the removal of the older dead skin cells.Alternate days or once in three days should be sufficient if the problem is not severe.
- Use mild products. This is extremely important since you would be washing your scalp more frequently. Milder products which do not dry out the scalp and hair altogether should be preferred.
- Hair Oils. Oils, if used in excess, can cause dry hair in the long run. And, oil is also known to have aggravated the problem of dandruff. So, either keep away from oils or use the oils which you know have been working for you since quite long.
- Hot Water. Stay away from hot water as it can increase the dryness of the scalp and also induces itching.Try to wash your hair in colder water or water at room temperature, whichever is preferable and comfortable for you.
- Nizoral. This is one medicated shampoo which I have heard works really well for every kind of scalp problem so one can definitely give this a try. Weekly usage of the product should be enough. I have personally used the product and I do like it except for its price.
- Underlying Skin Conditions. Psoriasis, Eczema and other skin disorders or infections can also cause dandruff so it is best to take a dermatologists advise in such cases.
And, when it comes to hair, everything takes time and diet is very essential so eat healthily and live happily and all would be well.
Anonymous says
February 11, 2012 at 6:10 AMHi swati, nice information & i need to know that which shampoo in the market will be good for dandruff & control hair fall , as i’m using clinic plus shampoo please reply.
Swati Murti says
February 12, 2012 at 2:16 PMthanks for your kind words 🙂 frankly, I have no idea about which shampoo is good but I can definitely recommend nizoral. It is really good and it is a medicated shampoo too which defiitely treats dandruff.
PurplesnPinks says
February 23, 2012 at 7:16 AMhey nice review..swati..well there is one more shampoo.. “scalpe” which is doctor’s recommendation , a good dandruff shampoo :))
Swati Murti says
February 23, 2012 at 7:30 AMoh thanks Erica 🙂 btw, I was just wondering if you have email subscription on your blog?????? I checked out but didn’t find it!!!
Anonymous says
December 21, 2012 at 4:33 PMhi .. i am 25 years old and suffering from hair thinning at frontal
left and right sides from last month, looks like bald patches.
so should i apply onion juice or onion juice mixed with hair oil only on the bald patches or on whole head?
because i dont want onion to turn my hair into copper colour.
currently i am using Patanjali hair oil, Divya Kesh Taila,Please suggest any hair oil which can result in
hair gaining i have heard about Bhringraja,if you know any do let me know
Also i have stopped using shampoos coz of facing hairfall and dandruff problem, Currently I am using Johnson Baby soap to wash my hair on daily basis.
Also this therapy can be used on daily basis??
Aks says
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Aks says
December 21, 2012 at 4:44 PMI m a male 25 yrs old 😛
Also i wanted to ask have anybody used Himalaya anti hairfall cream and Harizone because i have heard great results from one of my friend but when i was checking reviews i got confused because its having both ying and yang results according to the reviews.
Also there was something parachute therapy oil?My dad’s frnd got benefit from it saying that it helped him gaining new hair.
then theres something livon hair grow that i forgot kindly give me knowledge about each and everything because these bald patches though they are not that visbile but its the first time in my life i have encountered such problem so i am getting crazy 🙁
Swati Murti says
December 24, 2012 at 6:03 AMok first, yes, you can use onion juice on the bald patches alone. you can do it everytime you are going to wash your hair.
bhringraj is really good for hair growth so yes you can give it a try.
stopping using shampoos is not that great an idea and soaps should not be used on the hair because it can cause even more hair fall so i would suggest use a herbal shampoo. you can check natural mantra website for options.
and, himalaya cream, i have used for no results. so, i won’t recommend it and rest of the products, i don’t have any idea.
and, you can apply aloevera gel daily on your scalp fresh from the plant. it doesn’t make hair greasy at all.
Aks says
December 24, 2012 at 3:42 PMCan i apply the juice befoe going to bed??
And how frequently should i use shampoo.how many times in a week
N about shampoo i was using Ramdev’s PAtanjali shampoo(kesh kanti)
n acc 2 me it caused hair fall problem for me,
Though i use patanjali prducts and they are wonderful but the shampoo didn’t suited me 🙁
so this time i will search some other herbal shampoo.
Thnx 🙂
Swati Murti says
December 26, 2012 at 7:21 AMyes you can apply it before going to bed but make sure it gets dry before you sleep. you can shampoo on alternate days. kesh kanti is a little harsh, i felt and also drying for hair. you might want to try rustic art. i haven’t used it yet but my friend said really good things about the shampoo so suggesting you. i have to get it as well.
Priya Mirasker says
January 6, 2013 at 11:07 AMHi people can anybody help me with the problem stated below??
I am suffering from scalp infection(fungal) which leaves my hair smelling two days after the hair wash and hence to prevent this ill have to wash my hair everyday which is harmful.
Swati Murti says
January 10, 2013 at 3:56 PMwashing your hair on alternate days!! and, also, better visit a doc to get rid of the fungal infection otherwise it might affect the hair in some other way!
PAULAMI says
May 16, 2016 at 8:00 PMHi
Am suffering from vaginal infection,for which right now am being prescribed with an antibiotic,along with a granular solution to ease the urination process,my question is that vaginal infection in any way can cause hair loss,because am suffering hair loss badly,would you recommend any product to stop and get rid off.Thanks…Paulami