Dandruff is a term that is a major reason for anxiety and  concern among women and men alike. Those tiny flakes of dandruff resting on ones  black t-shirt or little black dress is a matter of embarrassment for all suffering from it. 

What is dandruff?? 

Dandruff is nothing but shedding of dead skin cells.

Work Stress and lifestyle changes are a leading cause of dandruff and hairfall. Although handled with care, it can be curbed to a large extent.

7 effective ways to control dandruff

Anti Dandruff Shampoos :- Anti Dandruff shampoos containing ketoconazole, salicylic acid, coal tar etc are a great way to keep the dandruff woes away. Shampoos which are SLS and paraben free are a great choice for those suffering from a dry scalp and heavy dandruff

Home Remedies:– Home Remedies a.k.a ghar ke nuskhe are a sure shot and organic way to reduce the onset of dandruff.Scrubbing your scalp with vinegar is proven to be an effective choice to get rid of the dead skin cells and ensuring a healthy scalp.

Meditation:- Meditation is a great way to reduce stress and balance your emotions thereby reducing the cell turnover rate and the intensity of dandruff.  

Healthy Diet:- Eating nutritious meals that include green leafy vegetables and fruits help to detoxify your digestive system. Eating timely meals that are rich in protein are extremely vital for a healthy mind, body and scalp.

Cold showers:- Cold showers as compared to hot showers help maintain optimal body temperature and a healthy scalp since hot showers tend to turn our healthy scalp to dry and flaky.

Combing:- Combing out hair twice a day while detangling and ensuring to get rid of the knots and split ends are a must for a healthy scalp and lustrous hair.

Consult a Dermatologist :- Incase your dandruff related issues do not get resolved by the above mentioned measures it is most likely that you are suffering from a skin condition that requires medical attention. Feel free to reach out to the nearest dermatologist if the condition still persists after exhausting all the available measures. Know more here

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