Dandruff is a common skin condition affecting the scalp that about half of all people will experience at some point. And while it's not harmful or contagious, dandruff can be annoying, as it causes visible flakes of dry, white, or gray dead skin in the hair, on the scalp, and on clothing. On top of all that, your scalp may feel dry and itchy. We're going to help you find a Dandruff Treatment.

Skin is in a constant state of shedding and replacement, and the skin on your scalp is no exception. If you don't have dandruff, the dead skin on your scalp is simply removed when you wash your hair without you even realizing it.

However, dandruff can develop when this cycle of skin loss and renewal accelerates, leading to patches of dead skin forming on the scalp. And this can happen when the normal balance of bacteria and other microorganisms on the scalp is disturbed.

It is believed that many things create an imbalance of bacteria on your scalp, including the following.

• Stress

• Changing Hormone Levels

• Poor diet

• Certain weather conditions (dandruff can be worse in cold or dry weather)

• Disease and certain skin conditions (see Seborrheic Dermatitis, below)

Traitements pour soigner les pellicules

Traitement sans ordonnance

La plupart des personnes qui ont des pellicules peuvent les traiter elles-mêmes avec un shampooing antipelliculaire que vous pouvez acheter en vente libre sans ordonnance. Il est recommandé de rechercher un shampoing contenant de la pyrithione de zinc, de l’acide salicylique, du sulfure de sélénium (ou sulfure), du kétoconazole ou du goudron de houille.

Suivez attentivement les conseils d’utilisation du shampooing, en vous assurant de le laisser agir aussi longtemps que le recommande le fabricant. Vous ne verrez peut-être aucun changement dans votre cuir chevelu pendant un mois, alors ne pensez pas que le shampoing ne fonctionne pas si vos pellicules ne disparaissent pas immédiatement.

Cela dit, vous devrez peut-être essayer plusieurs shampooings antipelliculaire différents avec des ingrédients différents avant de trouver celui qui vous convient le mieux. Mais lorsque vous en trouvez un qui fonctionne, continuez à l’utiliser de temps en temps, même lorsque vos pellicules ont disparu, car elles peuvent revenir si vous arrêtez complètement d’utiliser le shampoing.

Traitements sur ordonnance

Certaines personnes peuvent avoir besoin d’un shampoing antipelliculaire plus fort qui n’est disponible que sur ordonnance de leur médecin généraliste si elles ont essayé plusieurs shampoings et qu’aucun d’entre eux n’a éliminé ses pellicules. Ces shampooings et mousses contiennent souvent des stéroïdes, suivez donc les instructions de votre médecin généraliste lorsque vous les utilisez.

In the meantime, you can also consult your GP about dandruff if the dandruff and itching are very severe or if your scalp is red or swollen. People with weakened immune systems should also talk to their doctor about dandruff.

Seborrheic dermatitis

Several skin conditions can cause a flaky scalp, including seborrheic dermatitis. This can cause itchy, yellowish, oily-looking dandruff on the scalp and in your hair.

However, seborrheic dermatitis can also affect other parts of the body, including the face, where it often appears on the eyebrows and on the edges of the nose. It can also cause red, swollen, and scaly eyelids.

You may also have seborrheic dermatitis on the chest and/or upper back, between the shoulder blades, where it causes patches of pink or red skin with slight peeling. It is often found in areas where there are also folds of skin, such as under the breasts, under the arms, and in the groin.

How common is it?

Seborrheic dermatitis affects between 3% and 5% of the population and is more common in young adults than in the elderly. It is also thought to affect slightly more men than women, and is often reported to be more common in winter than summer.

Experts believe this is caused by an overgrowth of a yeast that normally lives in the skin, or an overreaction to the yeast by the immune system. This harmless yeast is called Malassezia, and no one really knows why it causes a problem in some people. However, experts believe that fatigue and stress can trigger flare-ups of seborrheic dermatitis in those affected.

How can you treat it?

There are treatments that can help you manage and control seborrheic dermatitis, but there is currently no cure that can actually stop it. This means that if you treat your skin and then stop using the treatment, the problem is likely to come back and you will need to treat it again.

If you have seborrheic dermatitis of the scalp, a common treatment is an antifungal shampoo containing ketoconazole. You should normally use this shampoo two or three times a week, leaving it on for five to ten minutes before rinsing it off (or follow the instructions on the label).

Other anti-dandruff shampoos can also be used, including those containing zinc pyrithione, salicylic acid, coal tar, or selenium sulfide. Your doctor may also prescribe a scalp lotion containing steroids or a series of antifungal tablets if your skin doesn't lighten with other treatments. In severe cases, phototherapy using ultraviolet B light may be recommended.

However, seborrheic dermatitis that affects parts of your skin other than your scalp is usually treated with an antifungalcream, with a steroid or another type of cream prescribed if necessary.

Meanwhile, there are other skin conditions that cause flaky skin on the scalp, including eczema, psoriasis, allergic contact dermatitis (caused by an allergy to the scalp and hair products, for example), and ringworm of the scalp.

Conclusion

Although it is difficult to control dandruff, this guide could be the first step towards managing it. For more information on how to support your overall health, feel free to visit to book an appointment with your doctor.