Scalp Treatment For Dandruff And Its Causes

By Janine Hughes


It is often said that the impression usually determines the kind of a person one is, that is why most people do their best to look good in order to give out a lasting first impression. These are mostly women; they will try and wear the most fashionable dress there is, wear shoes and carry designer bags. When it comes to hair this is not an exception, the latest and unique hair style is what every woman wants. But for others having the latest hairstyle has not been possible due to some circumstances. In order to have a strong healthy hair it is important for every woman to know scalp treatment for dandruff, its causes and symptoms.

Dandruff is a scalp condition whereby white or grey flakes form as a result of dead cells. When a person has it they feel itchy which can be uncomfortable and irritating sometimes. This condition is usually harmless and it is not contagious though it is chronic.

The known causes of dandruff are; the dead cells shedding off, this bring about the white flakes. For those who do not comb their hairs on a daily basis are more likely to get this scalp condition than those who comb their hair.

The other common cause of the condition is dry scalp- the dryness also adds up to the flakes and are usually more and smaller compared to the normal flakes. A person who has an oily skin is also likely to suffer from dandruffs, the condition is known as seborrheic dermatitis which can be a severe case if not dealt with immediately.

The symptom of dandruff is usually the white or grey flakes in the scalp. They are visible when one wears a dark cloth because they fall off on a person shoulders. This scalp condition is usually harmless but it is chronic, though it can be controlled.

The treatment depends on how the condition is, that is, whether it is mild or severe. When the condition is mild, simple things such as washing your hair with anti-dandruff shampoo while massaging gently, combing your hair daily and not scratching the scalp are just some of the ways to reduce it. Some hair products can also bring about this condition so by not using just any hair product and using hair oil that has zinc can also help.

Another highly recommended home treatment is the use of apple cedar vinegar. The procedure is really easy when using vinegar what one needs to do is to take a cup of vinegar and mix it with warm water. This is a natural remedy so the quantity does not really matter as there are no side effects. When washing hair one should massage gently and not scratch as this prevents hair breakage and also prevents the flakes from surfacing.

The only effect that vinegar has is the smell which takes up to eight or twelve hours to clear. So if you are planning to step out it might not be wise to use vinegar on your hair. The end result for treating this right is a strong healthy hair which will ensure that you look neat and presentable.




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