Dandruff

Dandruff is a condition of flaking of scalp. It is known as seborric dermatitis in common terms, is the inflammation of upper layers of skin causing scales on the scalp and other body parts.

Dandruff appears when rate at which dead cells of the scalp shed and their replacement speeds up.

Regular dandruff appears as white or gray flakes in sever conditions it may include oily flakes, which are yellow in colour.

Dandruff begins at the age between 12 to 15years i.e. the age of puberty and is seen in old people.

Most prominent age grouped people who are affected are people who are in age between 25 to 35 years. Dandruff can affect any part of the body possessing hairs like eyebrows, cheeks ears and chest

Following are the causes of dandruff

· Hormonal imbalance

· poor health condition

· Poor hygiene of hairs

· Allergic reactions

· Emotional stress

· Consumption of high fatty and carbohydrate diet

· Consumption of innutritious food

· Hereditary factors

· Excessive use of chemicals on hairs like hair styling gels, colors, sprays etc.

· Cold and dry weather conditions

· In adequate washing of hairs.