Even the most thoughtful look can spoil the "hoarfrost" on the shoulders - dandruff. Dozens of commercials promise to rid us of it forever … But where does dandruff on the head come from? What it is? Our article will answer these and many other questions.
Scientifically speaking, dandruff is the result of skin inflammation resulting from increased sebum secretion. Well, in fact, in ordinary terms, dandruff is exfoliated skin in the form of white flakes.
If your head itches and dandruff appears, then this is not always a sign of just a cosmetic problem, often these are symptoms of diseases such as psoriasis and seborrhea. In this case, it is advisable to consult a doctor.
Under normal conditions, the scalp is renewed every month, while the keratinized scales are almost invisible. When this process accelerates sharply for any reason, large flakes of skin cells form - dandruff on the head. It comes in three types: dry, oily and mixed. Treatment is prescribed by a dermatologist in accordance with the delivered type.
Stress, problems with the gastrointestinal tract, endocrine diseasessystems, poor nutrition, lack of vitamin B, circulatory disorders, genetic predisposition, frequent shampooing and constant use of a hair dryer are factors that lead to the fact that we get dandruff and itchy scalp.
However, even before you see a doctor, you yourself can take steps to combat this disease:
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itchy head and dandruff stop eating fatty, spicy and sweet things;
- do not neglect physical activity;
- do not use hot water to wash your hair;
- avoid blow-drying or set to gentle if needed;
- Blow dry your hair at least 30 cm away from your hair.
Sometimes following these simple rules can save you from having to visit a doctor - dandruff on your head will go away by itself!
There are other treatments for this disease. This is the use of special shampoos and folk remedies.
Medicated shampoos differ in their mechanism of action on:
- Removing excess sebum and reducing its production. They contain tar or tar - a product of coal processing.
- Antifungal. Contains ketoconazole or nizoral.
- Exfoliating products containing sulfur, selenium and zinc s alts.
- Scalp Circulation Enhancing New Development Formulated with Ichthyol Sodium and Mineral Protein Supplements.
Only a specialist can choose such a shampoo. The course of treatment will last from one to several months.
Traditional medicine also did not ignore such a problem as dandruff on the head. Here are some tips from our grandmothers for he althy hair:
- Twice a week, rub the calendula tincture into the scalp, cover with a towel for half an hour, and then rinse the hair with warm water.
- Useful half-hour masks of curdled milk or yogurt. Then rinse your head with a liter of warm water with a diluted tablespoon of dry mustard.
- A mixture of one part of burdock or castor oil and ten - alcohol tincture of calendula. Rub it into the scalp twice daily.
- Onion juice with vodka also effectively helps - rub this mixture half an hour before washing your hair into the hair roots.
Be beautiful! Take proper care of your hair, because any problem is easier to prevent than to cure.
