21 Feb 2008 02:01:56 | Daniel Loh
What is dandruff anyway?
Dandruff is actually a condition whereby the scalp surface has a
rapid increase in cells. These cells quickly replace older
cells, so the oldest topmost layer of cells becomes dead and is
shed off as flakes of skin.
Dandruff is seasonal: the worst season is in winter and the
least severe season is in summer.
There are a few common symptoms of dandruff, mainly that of
scaling (shedding of small white flakes of skin) and
occasionally itching.
But more importantly, how can you cure dandruff?
Because it is a natural body process, dandruff cannot be cured,
but it can be controlled.
Here are 5 important things you should do to control your
dandruff problem.
1. Use a medicated shampoo. The medicated shampoo will reduce
the speed of the growth of the cells on the scalp, thus
lessening the cell replacement and decreasing the amount of
dandruff. The shampoo should also have an antiseptic that will
help prevent infection of your scalp so as to reduce itchiness.
2. Shampoo more often, up to three times a week using medicated
shampoo until the situation is controlled. Then, continue use of
the medicated shampoo once every week.
3. Stop using gels, hairsprays and hair-coloring products. If
you must use them, do not use them excessively and learn the
proper use of such products.
4. Don’t scratch the scalp when it is itchy. This will cause the
problem to worsen.
5. If the problem is severe, see your doctor for
anti-inflammatory cream for your scalp or anti-dandruff tablets
to ingest.
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