How to defeat dandruff on the head?

Even the most thoughtful image can spoil "hoarfrost" on the shoulders - dandruff. Dozens of commercials promise to rid us of it forever ... But where does dandruff on the head come from? What it is? These and many other questions will be answered by our article.

Speaking scientifically, dandruff is the consequences of skin inflammation as a result of increased sebum secretion. But in fact, speaking in the usual language, dandruff is a peeling skin in the form of white flakes.

If the head itches, and dandruff has appeared, it is not always a sign of a mere cosmetic problem, it is often symptoms of diseases such as psoriasis and seborrhea. In this case, it is advisable to consult a doctor.

Under normal conditions, the scalp is renewed every month, while the keratinized scales are almost invisible. When this process for some reason is rapidly accelerated, large flakes of skin cells are formed - dandruff on the head. It can be of three types: dry, oily and mixed. The treatment is prescribed by a dermatologist in accordance with the prescribed type.

Stress, problems with the gastrointestinal tract, diseases of the endocrine system, malnutrition, lack of vitamin B, circulatory disorders, genetic predisposition, frequent head washing and constant use of a hair dryer are the factors that lead to dandruff and itching of the scalp .

However, even before the visit to the doctor, you yourself can take steps to combat this disease:

• Stop eating fat, spicy and sweet;
• Do not neglect physical activity;
• Do not use hot water to wash your head;
• Avoid drying with a hair dryer or put it on a gentle regime, if use is necessary;
• Dry hair with a hairdryer at a distance of at least 30 cm from the hair.

Sometimes the implementation of these simple rules can save you from having to visit a doctor - dandruff on your head will pass by itself!

There are other methods of treating this disease. This is the use of special shampoos and folk remedies.

Therapeutic shampoos differ in the mechanism of action for:

1. Removing excess sebum and reducing its production. They contain tar or tar - a product of processing of coal.
2. Antifungal. The composition contains ketoconazole or nizoral.
3. Exfoliating, containing sulfur, salts of selenium and zinc.
4. Strengthening the blood circulation of the scalp is a new development, which includes Ichthyol sodium and mineraloprotein additives.

Pick up this shampoo can only a specialist. The course of treatment will last from one to several months.

Traditional medicine also did not ignore such a problem as dandruff on the head. Here are some tips from our grandmothers who help in the fight for healthy hair:

• Twice a week, rub the tincture of marigold into the scalp, cover with a towel for half an hour, and then rinse the hair with warm water.
• Half-hour masks of yogurt or kefir are useful. Then rinse your head with a liter of warm water with a diluted tablespoon of dry mustard.
• Mixture of one part burdock or castor oil and ten - alcohol tincture of calendula. Double-rub it into the scalp daily.
• Effectively helps and juice of onions with vodka - rub this mixture for half an hour before washing your head in the roots of the hair.

Be beautiful! Properly care for your hair, because any problem is easier to prevent than treat.