"Snow" on the head or white bloom, which can be found under the nails if you scratch your head, evokes little pleasant emotions. Dandruff is often overlooked, believing that white or yellowish scales are caused by improperly selected shampoo, and once you change the brand of detergent, everything will work out. Is it so?
Dandruff: features
Dandruff is a syndrome that causes intense exfoliation of scalp scales over a long period of time (the sloughing of dead cells is impaired). Dead particles can be white, yellow or grayish in color. Most often, dandruff occurs in young guys and girls from 14 to 25 years old.
The main factors that cause dandruff are:
- Daily stress;
- High-calorie, fatty food, fast food, food that is too spicy or hot (provokes increased production of the sebaceous glands);
- Hormonal disruptions, menopause;
- Avitaminosis;
- Heredity;
- Weakened immune system after viral diseases.
Additional, but important factors include the frequent use of curling irons, hair dryers, the choice of low-quality shampoos or mousses (it is important to select funds depending on the type of skin), as well as prolonged exposure to direct sunlight or drug overdose. If dandruff is chronic, then the reason lies in gastrointestinal problems. Any digestive problems, for example, a violation of the intestinal microflora or dysbiosis, lead to the formation of scales. Diseases of the gastrointestinal tract - the most common cause that causes a "snow" attack, but there are other reasons - developing psoriasis, skin fungus, a mild form of seborrhea (malfunctioning of the skin glands), which can turn into seborrheic dermatitis.
Failure of the hormonal background due to a sharp increase in the level of androgen - a hormone in the ovaries, occurs due to the high production of fat. Sebum thickens, keratinized scales stick together and fall off in layers. If you do not pay attention to the problem, you can provoke the development of seborrhea.
Seborrhea
Disharmony caused by seborrhea disrupts the chemical composition of the skin secretion and the production of sebum production (increasing or, conversely, reducing the amount of sebaceous secretions) and simultaneously disrupting metabolism. Distinguish between oily seborrhea - when the hair has a greasy, oily appearance, strands often stick together, and the scalp becomes shiny and periodically covered with abscesses, and dry seborrhea - when the hair is brittle, dull and lifeless, the scalp is dry, irritated. Dry dandruff consists of small white particles that can be found not only on the head, but also sprinkle eyebrows, eyelashes and even the pubic area. When moving, keratinized cells can sprinkle clothes, falling on the shoulders (traces of dandruff are especially clearly visible on black clothes). The greasy look of dandruff resembles yellowish, purulent pellets glued together. Hair becomes greasy very quickly, even if you washed your hair an hour ago. Symptoms of seborrhea: rash, abscesses on the skin, burning and itching of the skin, hair loss.
If the scalp is affected by a fungus, growths of skin scales are formed, which cause discomfort - itching or burning with every scratching. The main reason why the fungus occurs is insufficient production of the sebaceous glands, poor nutrition, lack of vitamins (in particular vitamin A). Fungal flora can increase up to 70%, instead of the optimal 45%.
Treatment
The first thing to do is to give up perm, hair dyeing, the use of gel, varnish or foam, as well as cosmetic glitters. Any products containing chemicals can provoke even more irritation of the skin. Reconsider your lifestyle - perhaps it's time to adjust your diet, give up alcohol and cigarettes. Alcohol strongly affects thermoregulation - abuse of drinks and exceeding the dose speeds up the work of the sebaceous glands, which negatively affects the whole body. You can give your hair freshness or slightly change the tone using natural remedies - henna or basma. If dandruff persists, or is observed in too large quantities, it is necessary to consult a specialist - a trichologist. After the examination, physiotherapy, cryomassage, darsonvalization, hirudotherapy can be prescribed. Treatment with leeches is very popular and effective, you can learn more about hirudotherapy.
Popular shampoos and ointments
"Nizoral" (contains the active substance ketoconazole). Kills fungi, treats seborrheic dermatitis, lichen. After 1 use, burning and itching decreases. Shampooing is carried out three times a week, for a month or two weeks.
"Pehotal" is a cheaper analogue. Shampooing - twice a week.
"Bioderma Node DS" - suitable for the treatment of diseases such as psoriasis, dermatitis, effectively removes dandruff, fungus. In the composition of ichthyol, salicylic acid, seaweed extract (kelp). Wash your hair for 21 days 4 times a week.
"Sulsen's paste" is inexpensive and effective, in addition to treating seborrhea, psoriasis and dandruff, restores the structure of the hair follicle, preventing its loss. The paste is applied to wet roots (immediately after shampooing), washed off after 10-15 minutes.
Sulfuric ointment. Apply the ointment to the scalp in an even layer and massage in for 4-5 minutes. The product is applied in the morning, afternoon and evening on a clean and dry head. The course of treatment is 10 days.
It is possible to use such funds as "Naftaderm", "Sebazol", "Keto plus", cream "Cortisone" (relieves inflammation), "Dermazole", "Algopix", tar shampoo, zinc ointment (relieves inflammation), "Friederm zinc", spray "Panthenol" (restores damaged tissues, relieves irritation).
Homemade dandruff recipes
Against the fatty type. Mix 2 tablespoons. mustard powder with water until a viscous gruel is formed, add 2 tbsp. lemon juice. The mask is evenly distributed on the skin. It is better to wrap the head with cling film, and cover it with a towel on top. After 8-9 minutes, wash off the mask with warm water. Make sure that there is no burning sensation, wash off the mixture at the slightest discomfort. It is worth noting that in some cases, it is homemade masks that can cause dandruff.
Pour finely chopped burdock (1 pc.) With olive oil (2 tablespoons), let the mixture brew for 14 days. You need to rub in the product 2 times in 7 days, rinse off after 60 minutes.
Grate a medium head of onions, transfer the fragrant gruel to a gauze cloth, rub the scalp. Penetrating into the pores, onion juice will not only cure dandruff, but also accelerate hair growth. After 25-30 minutes, wash your hair with shampoo, rinse your hair with chamomile infusion.
Dandruff in Latin means bran - indeed, the appearance of exfoliated skin particles resembles this dietary product.
From a medical point of view, such a familiar, and for some, life-long phenomenon like dandruff is a syndrome characterized by a high rate of exfoliation of skin particles in the form of scales.
As a rule, dandruff worries for a long time, most often it is observed on the scalp. Doctors consider dandruff to be a mild form of seborrheic dermatitis. In this article, we will discuss dandruff, its causes, and how to treat it in various ways.
Causes of dandruff on the head
There are several reasons that provoke increased exfoliation of skin particles, but most often several factors are to blame for the symptom, aggravating one thing:
- Metabolic disorders are the root cause of dandruff, making the body more vulnerable to pathogenetic factors.
- Hormonal disorders are the most common causes of dandruff in women.
- Some diseases (gastrointestinal tract, endocrine system, bronchopulmonary pathologies, neurological diseases, immunodeficiencies);
- Hereditary predisposition is a factor that cannot be corrected.
- Improper functioning of the sebaceous glands.
- Violation of the diet, hypovitaminosis.
- Mental and physical stress.
- Fungal infection caused by Pityrosporum Ovale - yeast-like fungi, representatives of the normal microflora of the scalp.
- Improper scalp care (overdrying with a hairdryer, curling irons, frequent staining);
- Irrational use of headgear (not wearing a hat in winter or wearing a warm headdress in the heat);
- Poor scalp hygiene. However, this reason can be realized only in very advanced cases, when people completely neglect washing their hair.
Risk factors for the development of dandruff
If we consider dandruff as a form, then dandruff refers to the dry form of the disease. At the same time, sebum secretion is significantly reduced, and the natural exfoliation of skin flakes is accelerated 3 times and takes 1 week instead of 4.
There is a classification of dandruff into dry and oily, but many experts consider it incorrect, since with true dandruff, there is always a reduced separation of sebum. Oily dandruff is rarely pronounced, particles of exfoliated epithelium are observed already on the hair and rarely on the skin itself. But dry dandruff is always abundant, proceeds with severe skin irritation and itching.
Dandruff symptoms
- visible white scales of exfoliated skin on hair, shoulders, clothing, headdress, comb;
- dry skin, but oily skin can also have dandruff, since both conditions are variations in metabolic disorders;
- irritation of the affected skin;
- dull and brittle hair;
- with progression or prolonged course: enlargement of scales, reddish spots and yellowish crusts on the skin.
Differential diagnosis
Before making a diagnosis for yourself, you should visit a doctor and exclude pathologies such as psoriasis and eczema. Both diseases rarely affect only the scalp, are widespread and have additional symptoms.
What absolutely can not be done with dandruff
- Scratch your head. Dandruff and itching are an unpleasant combination, and itching aggravates the pathology. By scratching and scratching your already irritated skin, you will exacerbate the problem. Infectious agents easily penetrate through microdamages, which leads to the formation of abscesses;
- Use alcohol-based products, which dry out already dry skin;
- Dye your hair and use other aggressive hair products;
- Use metal combs, the teeth of which damage the skin and increase dandruff.
- You should forget about a hairdryer, irons and hair curlers.
Dandruff treatment methods
Dandruff treatment methods can be divided into traditional and folk treatments. The effectiveness of the chosen method depends on the correctness of its application. Before using any method of treatment, you should visit a doctor (dermatologist or trichologist) - perhaps the problem is much more serious than it seems.
Traditional ways
Antifungal therapy is prescribed to all patients, since in the prevailing majority of cases, the fungus is the cause of dandruff or is added later. Healing shampoos and lotions, main active ingredients:
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antifungal agent that disrupts the integrity of fungal membranes |
Azole with fungistatic and fungicidal action: Mycozoral, Nizoral, Perhotal, Sebozol. |
antifungal agent with prolonged action (up to 48 hours) |
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contains sulfur, which has a local anesthetic, antiseptic and anti-inflammatory effect, normalizes the cell metabolism cycle |
antimicrobial and antifungal action |
pronounced fungicidal activity |
antifungal agent |
has a keratolytic and antimicrobial effect |
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plant with antimicrobial, antifungal, anti-inflammatory effect |
slows down cell division and acts on fungi: Selegel, Sulsen and Sulsen-forte. |
disinfecting the skin, reduces, normalizes cell metabolism |
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Shampoos and lotions containing a combination of several active substances have the greatest effect.
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zinc pyrithione + ketaconazole |
zinc pyrithione + cyclopiroxolamine + keluamide |
medical tar + salicylic acid |
ketaconazole + zinc |
climbazole + salicylic acid + zinc pyrithione |
salicylic acid + tea tree, cypress, frankincense oils |
General instructions for the use of medicinal shampoos
All medicated shampoos require long-term use for 2-6 weeks, and then prophylactic use 1-2 times a week.
Like other medicinal formulations, shampoos and lotions have some contraindications for use and a number of side effects - this should be taken into account before starting treatment.
A sufficient amount of healing shampoo is applied to the hair, lathers and evenly spreads on the skin and hair. The exposure time is on average 5-10 minutes, after which the shampoo is thoroughly washed off with running water.
But what about the ad-imposed Head & Shoulders shampoo from Procter & Gamble? This shampoo does not belong to the medicinal group, although it contains zinc pyrithione. This means that the concentration of the active substance is such that there will be no harm from the shampoo, but it will not be able to cure dandruff either.
Drugs used to normalize lipolysis processes
- Methionine - normalizes the synthesis of phospholipids from fats.
- Riboflavin - participates in fat metabolism, normalizes redox processes.
General strengthening therapy
Dandruff often accompanies immunodeficiency states, hypovitaminosis, and dysbiosis. Therefore, in the complex of treatment, vitamin and mineral complexes (see), immunomodulators (see) and probiotics are prescribed: (see).
Lifestyle, nutrition
As with any disease, nutrition, emotional and physical well-being play an important, if not central, role in the fight against dandruff. Nutrition should be complete in terms of vitamin, mineral and protein composition, but the fat and carbohydrate part should be limited. You should enrich your diet with herbs, vegetables and fruits, seafood.
Emotional normalization is sometimes key in treating dandruff. If it is difficult to cope with traumatic situations on your own, you should contact a psychotherapist. It is possible to use light sedatives, for example, Persen (see).
Dandruff treatment with folk remedies
Alternative treatments for dandruff are often much more effective than advertised drugs. According to statistics, only 5% of people suffering from dandruff seek help from specialists, and the rest either do not receive treatment at all, or use grandmother's methods. Of course, this approach is wrong, but thanks to these people, we learn effective ways to combat dandruff.
Phytotherapy
Nettle
In addition to the general strengthening, anti-inflammatory and natural antiseptic effect, it promotes the renewal of the cellular composition of the epidermis. This plant contains organic acids, vitamin C in an amount ten times higher than that in lemon, as well as B vitamins, carotene, minerals, tannins and phytoncides.
To combat dandruff, nettle infusion is used, and for a long time, until the symptoms disappear completely. 5 tbsp fresh chopped nettle or 2 tbsp. a dry plant is poured with a glass of boiling water and kept in a water bath for 10 minutes. The finished solution is filtered through cheesecloth and rubbed on the scalp daily. After shampooing, you should also rinse your hair with nettle infusion, you do not need to rinse with water.
Onion
This traditional healer has long been used to treat hair, not only affected by dandruff, but also with brittle and dull hair. Onions contain active phytoncides that destroy fungi and bacteria, as well as vitamins and minerals. Many people refuse this affordable way to deal with dandruff because of the specific smell of onions, which is very easy to get rid of by thoroughly rinsing your head with cool water after the procedure.
The bulbs are crushed into a gruel, which is gently spread over the scalp. A cellophane cap is put on top and a towel is wrapped around the head. Withstand the mask for 2 hours, after which they wash their hair with a neutral shampoo and rinse thoroughly. The procedure should be repeated twice a week until the dandruff disappears completely.
Burdock roots
Burdock or burdock can be found in many hair products, but as you know, there is nothing better than a freshly prepared medicinal composition. Burdock is a powerful antiseptic, contains tannins, has a wound healing and regenerating effect (see all).
You can use a traditional infusion of burdock roots in boiling water, but burdock emulsion is the most effective. For its preparation, a tablespoon of crushed burdock root is poured with unrefined vegetable oil in a volume of 200 ml. The mixture is corked and insisted in the dark and warm for 2 weeks, after which the vegetable raw materials are filtered. The finished emulsion is stored in the refrigerator.
This healing composition is considered the most effective in the fight against dandruff, the main thing is to use it correctly and regularly. Twice a week, an hour before shampooing, the emulsion is rubbed into the scalp and hair roots. Wash off with shampoo and plenty of water.
Oil treatment
Vegetable oils are widely used in the fight against dandruff, since they have a complex effect on the scalp: they not only eliminate dandruff, but also heal the skin, eliminating the imbalance of microflora. Most effective oils:
- Tea tree: Eliminates dandruff, fights dry skin by rebuilding the natural lipid layer.
- Basil: is an antioxidant, has antibacterial properties, stimulates hair growth.
- Chamomile: has antiseptic properties, eliminates itching and irritation, accelerates skin regeneration.
- Lemon: has powerful antibacterial properties, normalizes sebum secretion, destroys fungus.
- Myrrh: cleanses the skin of keratinized epithelium, regulates the function of the sebaceous glands.
- Patchouli: regenerates cells, promotes healing of microdamages.
- Peppermint: removes redness and irritation of the skin, reduces itching.
- Nima: removes fungus, heals the skin.
To prepare the medicinal composition, it is necessary to use a neutral base oil: cedar, olive, sesame, linseed, jojoba. Jojoba oil is preferred because its composition is closest to that of human fat. For 60 ml of base oil, 20 drops of therapeutic are taken. The resulting mixture is stored in a refrigerator in a closed container.
For the procedure, use about 1 teaspoon of the mixture (the mixture of oils is shaken before each use). Apply the oil to your fingertips and rub it gently into your scalp for a few minutes. If everything is done correctly, no greasy film will form on the hair. The mixture should not be washed off, but if you still need to wash your hair, you can do this one hour after the procedure. Frequency rate: 2-3 times a week.
other methods
Egg mask
Chicken egg contains lecithin, vitamins and minerals that help eliminate dandruff, improve hair condition and soothe skin.
To prepare a therapeutic mask, 1 egg is beaten into a foam and mixed in equal proportion with natural yogurt. The mixture is distributed on the scalp and hair, covered with cellophane and a towel and left for an hour, after which it is washed off with cool water. Frequency rate: 2-3 times a week.
Bread gruel
Black bread is a real savior for dry and brittle hair and damaged skin. The yeast in baked bread is no longer as aggressive, but at the same time it perfectly cleanses the skin without drying it out.
A piece of black bread is chopped and poured with boiling water. When the mixture cools down (to about 50 C), they wash the head with this gruel, rubbing it into the hair skin, and then rinse it off with cool water. You don't need to use shampoo - your hair will be fresh and clean. You can use this method all the time, there is no harm or addiction.
Yogurt
Sour milk provides vitamin nutrition to the hair and scalp. Due to the content of folic acid, yogurt has an anti-inflammatory effect, choline normalizes the function of the sebaceous glands, proteins and lactic acid - restore the skin.
It is best to use homemade yogurt. The product is slightly warmed up and applied to unwashed but slightly damp hair and scalp, kept for 40 minutes under cellophane and a terry towel, and then washed off with warm water and neutral shampoo. Repeat the procedure 2 times a week.
Many people are interested in the question - is it possible to use traditional methods of treating dandruff along with traditional treatment? If you have been prescribed shampoo to treat dandruff, do not ignore the recommendation. Alternative methods can be used if the main treatment is ineffective or if you do not yet reach the doctor.
Whichever remedy you use to treat dandruff - do not expect an instant effect, and it is not needed - a gradual, natural restoration of the scalp condition is the best guarantor of the absence of recurrence of dandruff!
In the appearance of dandruff, an important role is played by special yeasts, which form part of the natural microflora of the scalp. They feed on the secretion of the sebaceous glands. And we do not even know about the existence of these microorganisms - until the sebaceous glands, for some reason, begin to produce too much sebum, and the fungi actively multiply.
At the same time, skin renewal is accelerated (instead of 25–30 days, the stratum corneum is replaced in just a week or two). Dead cells stick together into flakes, and now an unsympathetic "snowball" appears on the shoulders.
Why is this happening? There are several reasons.
- ... It is no coincidence that dandruff may first appear in adolescence. Under the influence of hormones, the sebaceous glands begin to work more intensively, creating favorable conditions for yeast fungi, which trigger the process of dandruff formation.
- ... If you want to avoid dandruff, be less nervous. Strong and prolonged emotional upheavals weaken the immune system. This means that the fungus multiplies more actively and the "snowfall" increases.
- Malnutrition, in particular - a lack of vitamins of group B. It is believed that dandruff occurs if you abuse foods that are difficult for the liver: red meat, selected milk, fatty cheeses.
- Hair care mistakes... Perhaps you are simply using the wrong shampoo. Or apply it incorrectly. Or you don't wash it off well. In this case, it is easiest to deal with dandruff.
It is wise to use a hair mask in the same line as the shampoo. © iStock
How to eliminate dandruff
It is impossible to put up with this problem, it is unlikely to disappear by itself. In addition, dandruff can contribute to hair loss. The fight against it will be quite effective if you enlist the support of good helpers.
Separately, it should be said about food, which should be varied and balanced.
- Eat foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids: fish (especially salmon, salmon, halibut), walnuts, linseed oil.
- To strengthen your immunity you need. They are rich in meat, cashews, pecans, almonds, chickpeas, fortified cereals and yoghurts.
- Flaw vitamin B6 also undesirable. A medium-sized banana or baked potato will provide 35% of its daily value.
- A vitamin B12 a lot in all types of meat.
Meals should be varied and balanced. © iStock
Major mistakes in scalp care
Don't make at least these three mistakes - then you won't be afraid of dandruff. Checked.
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Do not use anti-dandruff shampoo daily unless directed to do so. These products contain many active substances that can damage the scalp. Maximum program - 2-3 times a week. But in general, it is better to discuss the frequency of shampooing with a trichologist.
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Use shampoo correctly (any). Do not apply it directly to your hair. Pour a little into the palm of your hand, add water, lather, and only then distribute over the head and the entire length of the hair. Do not soak the shampoo on your hair like a balm or mask. Wash off thoroughly with plenty of water.
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Do not get carried away with folk remedies. For example, rinsing with herbs will not help much: except that decoctions of oak bark, sage, burdock and nettle will slightly reduce the greasiness of the skin. It is impossible to wash your hair with laundry soap, as "folk wisdom" advises - it will not save you from dandruff, but it can damage the protective barrier of the skin.
The doctor will be able to accurately diagnose, because sometimes the symptoms of dandruff can be confused with other skin conditions. © iStock
Which doctor should you contact
It is better to approach dandruff treatment in a complex manner. First you need to determine why it appeared - for this it is better to contact a dermatologist or trichologist. The doctor will accurately diagnose, because sometimes dandruff is a symptom of skin diseases. For example, psoriasis - at the very beginning, only a specialist can distinguish it from seborrheic dermatitis.
Dandruff cosmetics
List of funds
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Fortifying shampoo 2-in-1 against dandruff Fructis, Garnier |
zinc pyrithione, green tea extract |
Strengthens hair, eliminates dandruff, preventing its appearance for another 6 weeks. |
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Intensive shampoo-care against dandruff for sensitive scalp Dercos Technique, Vichy |
piroctone olamine, salicylic acid, thermal water, bisabolol |
Fights dandruff fungus and soothes the scalp. |
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Anti-dandruff shampoo Scalp Purifying Anti Dandruff Shampoo, Kiehl's |
zinc pyrithione, menthol, aloe juice, rosemary leaf oil |
Prevents dandruff, refreshes the scalp, adds shine to the hair. |
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Intensive anti-dandruff shampoo with micro-exfoliating effect Kerium DS, La Roche-Posay |
salicylic acid, piroctone olamine, sodium laureth sulfate, lipohydroxy acid, niacinamide |
Gently cleanses the scalp, visibly reduces itching. |
The question "I have a lot of dandruff, what should I do?" Is often asked. By her own dandruff is only a symptom rather than an independent disease. The reasons lie in the upper layer of the skin the head - the epidermis. Most often, the problem is associated with a malfunction of the sebaceous glands or metabolic processes.
Main reasons:
- improper nutrition- lack of vitamins and other essential substances weaken the skin, which begins to flake and die off more often; frequent consumption of sugary soda or fatty foods can also cause;
- metabolic disease- stress, depression, high physical or emotional stress can cause malfunctions in the body;
- hormonal disorders- changes in hormones entail disturbances in the functioning of the body as a whole, usually this occurs during the monthly cycle, pregnancy or during adolescence;
- heredity- the peculiarities of the body's functioning are transmitted along with genes, therefore, for some, dandruff may be the norm.
- fungal infections- affect the upper layers of the epidermis, causing excessive peeling and death of the skin.
The described reasons only speak of the presence of an ailment, but do not explain it in any way, therefore better to do a medical examination for a more accurate diagnosis. It may turn out to be seborrhea, which is of 3 types:
- Oily - manifested by excessively oily hair and scalp. Sebum (sebum) clogs the ducts of the sebaceous glands by blocking access to oxygen and preventing normal exfoliation of the skin, which exfoliates in large flakes.
- Dry - the cause is a fungus. It settles in the body and activated when immunity is weakened... It begins to multiply, causing profuse eruptions of dry dandruff. In this case, there is an unpleasant itching and burning sensation.
- Mixed- symptoms of dry and oily seborrhea are observed at the same time.
What to do?
What if there is a lot of dandruff on the head? The best option would be to visit a dermatologist who identify the causes and prescribe a course of treatment... Dandruff is usually treated in the following ways:
- Shampoos- are only part of the overall treatment. They act directly on the scalp, cleansing the sebaceous ducts and creating favorable conditions for the use of other products.
- and creams- used in combination with shampoos. Their task is to destroy bacteria and fungi, cleanse the skin of excess dead cells and relieve symptoms (itching, burning, redness).
- Drugs- to combat severe fungal infections, special drugs are prescribed (bifonazole, ketoconazole, etc.), which stop the spread and reproduction of fungi, completely destroying them.
- Cosmetic procedures- special preparations are introduced into the scalp, the action of which is aimed at normalizing the work of the sebaceous glands and improving the condition of the skin (cryomassage, acupuncture, etc.).
- Hormonal treatments- appointed if the reason lies in metabolic disorders and hormonal changes.
- Diet- proper nutrition is also used for treatment. The body must receive the required amount of vitamins and minerals in order to function properly, otherwise the treatment will be less effective.
Important! For a complete and effective cure you need to use several methods at once simultaneously. It is especially important to follow a diet high in fiber (fruits and vegetables) and fermented milk products.
Treatment with folk methods
Dandruff has been known for a long time, therefore they began to treat her a long time ago... There are several alternative methods that may be no less effective than medication:
- Onion... It is necessary to take and peel one large onion and squeeze the juice out of it. Then add one teaspoon of honey and burdock oil to the juice, as well as one egg yolk. All ingredients are mixed and applied to the head. The procedure is carried out at night, wrapping your head in a towel and not rinsing.
- Aspirin... For preparation, you need to take a regular shampoo and add 3 crushed aspirin tablets to one standard portion. The head is treated, but the product is not washed off, leaving for 20 minutes. Only after this time the hair is rinsed with clean water.
- Sea salt... In a glass of warm water, you need to dissolve 2 teaspoons of sea salt and any shampoo. The action of sea salt is aimed at cleansing the top layer of the skin from dead cells. Carry out the procedure with the same frequency as the standard shampooing.
Important! When treating you can not dry your hair with a hairdryer.
Treatment is usually lasts several weeks... If it does not help, then it is better to consult a specialist, in this case a dermatologist. Only an accurate diagnosis will help prescribe the correct course of treatment, since wrong approach to get rid of dandruff can aggravate the situation.
Useful video
Additionally, see the video below how you can get rid of dandruff using folk methods:
Like most other skin diseases, dandruff requires timely diagnosis, proper treatment and further measures to prevent recurrence.
Dandruff is also called seborrhea and it can be dry or oily, and depending on the type of dandruff, dermatologists prescribe appropriate treatment.
Dandruff is formed as a result of too rapid and uneven renewal of the upper stratum corneum. Dead keratinized cells accumulate on the surface of the scalp, forming dandruff scales.
Dandruff occurs in many people and its causes vary.
The main causes of seborrhea, or simply put, dandruff, are improper scalp care, high nervous excitability, lack of rest, poor nutrition, allergies, dysfunction of the sebaceous glands, hormonal imbalance, poor ventilation of the scalp (constant wearing of hats).
In addition, bacteria and fungi can cause dandruff. Every person has them and are part of the natural flora of the scalp. But with any adverse effect, these organisms begin to multiply intensively and this leads to the appearance of dandruff.
Unlike the cause, you can easily determine the type of dandruff without a specialist:
If you experience severe itching, thickening of the scalp and rapid hair pollution, and oily large flakes appear, then you have oily dandruff. It can also be accompanied by facial acne and hair thinning. Agree, the mixture is creepy.
Oily dandruff mainly appears for the same reasons as dry dandruff, but its treatment is more complicated and almost impossible without a specialist.
If oily dandruff appears due to internal problems in the body, then no anti-dandruff remedies will help. They will only improve the condition of the scalp for a while. Do not self-medicate and see a specialist.
If your scalp is red, itchy and dry, then you have dry type of dandruff.
Most people suffer from dry dandruff. They buy expensive shampoos, ostensibly for dandruff, but the problem persists. Dandruff is not easy to deal with. We need an accurate diagnosis of the causes, comprehensive treatment and proper care.
Dry dandruff can be with or without hair loss.
Dry dandruff with hair loss
This dandruff is profuse and is accompanied by thin, dry and split ends. The causes of occurrence may be a violation of the secretion of the sebaceous glands, neuroendocrine disorders (diseases of the endocrine system, stress, etc.), dysfunction of the gastrointestinal tract, vitamin deficiency or unbalanced nutrition.
Dry dandruff without hair loss
The cause of this type of dandruff can be a sensitive scalp (contact allergic dermatitis), hypovitaminosis.
If allergic dermatitis was caused by chemical exposure (shampooing with an inappropriate shampoo, perming, hair coloring), then "dandruff crusts" may form on the scalp, accompanied by severe itching. Such dandruff, if the condition of the body has not deteriorated, will take about two weeks after using therapeutic neutralizing agents.
But scalp sensitivity can also be associated with poor health. These can be problems with the gastrointestinal tract, and neuroendocrine disorders.
How to get rid of oily dandruff
Use an exfoliating anti-dandruff shampoo with treatments for oily scalp.
After washing, rinse your head with a decoction of a mixture of herbs: St. John's wort, sage, calendula, oregano, nettle, burdock, hops (3: 3: 3: 2: 4: 3: 2).
Try to wash your hair more often, eat a balanced diet and provide the body with a sufficient amount of vitamins.
It will be helpful to have a few special head massage sessions.
How to get rid of dry dandruff
For dry dandruff with hair loss, use an anti-dandruff shampoo with an exfoliating effect in combination with anti-dandruff medications that moisturize the scalp.
If you develop dry dandruff without hair loss, then you need to use special shampoo and moisturizing and soothing treatments for sensitive scalp.
Before washing your hair, rub some rosehip oil, castor oil, or burdock oil into your scalp.
After shampooing, use an infusion of chamomile, St. John's wort or sage for rinsing.
But keep in mind that frequent use of shampoo, especially with harsh chemicals like lauryl sulfate, can irritate and dry your scalp, which will cause dandruff to appear even more.
When washing your hair, leave the anti-dandruff shampoo on your hair for 5 minutes before rinsing.
You should not immediately panic when itching and dandruff appear. Try folk recipes for dandruff, change shampoo, perhaps more than once, if there is no effect. Try to bring your morale to calm and harmony. And if after that the dandruff does not go away, then it is already necessary to seek help from a doctor.
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