Dandruff is basically a mild form of seborrheic dermatitis- although not serious or contagious, dandruff can be embarrassing or difficult to treat. It is a common condition, that causes skin on the scalp to flake. These flakes are generally more visible in darker hair, or when they fall on the shoulders. They can also make scalp dry or itchy.
While mild dandruff can be treated with gentle shampoo, mostly a medicated dandruff shampoo might be required for complete cure.
For consultation regarding dandruff or any other dermatological issues, contact Al Hilal Hospital, Department of Dermatology and Cosmetology today and get an appointment with the best dermatologist and cosmetologist in Bahrain.
Our representatives are available on WhatsApp helpline, in Al Hilal Manama, Salmabad, Riffa and Muharraq branches, for your convenience. We also offer exclusive packages and privilege cards for additional benefits- to provide affordable yet exceptional healthcare services to all our patients.
Click here for more information on dermatological diseases and their treatment– by Dr. Evangelynn Singh Nallapalli- consultant Dermatologist and Cosmetologist, Al Hilal Hospital Bahrain.
Types of Dandruff
Getting information regarding different types of dandruff is essential for knowing and treating the underlying cause of dandruff. There are multiple types of dandruff, including:
- Dry skin dandruff: the most common type of dandruff that occurs in winters when cold weather dries out the skin (including skin of scalp). Washing hair with hot water can also lead to dry skin dandruff. Dry scalp becomes irritated and sheds skin cells, making scalp itchy and producing small white flakes.
Dry skin dandruff can be cured using moisturizing dandruff shampoo, and with home remedies like oiling hair, that prevent scalp from drying out.
- Oily skin dandruff: There are glands below skin surface that produce sebum- oily substance that moisturizes and protects the skin. If the sebaceous glands produce excess oil, it clumps together causing dandruff, making hair oily and irritating scalp. Oily skin dandruff is generally larger than dry skin dandruff, with yellow flakes and oily flakes.
Regular use of dandruff shampoo with salicylic acid can help in reducing oily skin dandruff.
- Fungus-related dandruff: Malassezia is a common type of fungus found on skin of human beings, that can sometimes trigger inflammatory response and produce dandruff and other conditions, including eczema.
Dandruff shampoo with zinc pyrithione, (Malassezia-inhibiting ingredients) or tea tree oil can help in treating fungus-related dandruff.
- Disease-related dandruff: certain skin conditions, including eczema, psoriasis and seborrheic dermatitis can stimulate excess production of skin cells, hence forming scaly skin on scalp. These skin cells then combine with dirt and sebum oil to produce dandruff. The condition can be treated by using the appropriate dandruff shampoo.
Dandruff Causes
Contrary to the general belief, dandruff is not caused due to poor hygiene conditions. The various causes of dandruff include:
- Dry skin
- Irritated and oily skin
- Contact dermatitis- sensitivity to certain hair care products
- Malassezia- a yeast like fungus that feeds on scalp oils
- Certain skin conditions, including eczema and psoriasis
For more information, early diagnosis, and treatment of dandruff as well as other skin-related diseases, contact Al Hilal Hospital, Department of dermatology and cosmetology. Our representatives are also available on WhatsApp helpline, in Al Hilal Manama, Salmabad, Riffa and Muharraq branches.
Dandruff Treatment
Some of the best dandruff treatment methods are:
Using Dandruff Shampoo: this is generally regarded as the ideal dandruff treatment at home. Daily use of dandruff shampoo is sufficient for treating and preventing dandruff. Shampoo with following ingredients can be used for dandruff treatment at home:
- Coal tar
- Pyrithione zinc
- Salicylic acid
- Selenium sulfide
- Ketoconazole
- Some lifestyle changes
- Taking care of your hair
Lifestyle Changes: healthy lifestyle is essential for maintaining scalp health. Lifestyle changes leading to better and healthy scalp include:
- Managing stress- as stress can weaken immune system and aggravate skin conditions
- Eating healthy- including plenty of zinc, vitamin B, omega-3 fatty acids and probiotics.
- Getting sunlight- spending some time outdoors can assist in controlling dandruff.
Improving Hair Care Routine: an efficient hair care routine is one of the best dandruff treatment and prevention method. Consider the following strategies:
- Limit the use of hairstyling products
- Avoid using hot water to wash hair
- Shampoo regularly, preferably with dandruff shampoo
For consultation regarding dandruff or any other dermatological issues, contact Al Hilal Hospital, Department of Dermatology and Cosmetology today and get an appointment with the best dermatologist and cosmetologist in Bahrain.
How to Cure Dandruff
The above section briefly describes how to cure dandruff- taking better care of your physical and mental health, eating healthy and maintaining a good hair care routine can assist in prevention and treatment of dandruff.
Al Hilal Hospital Bahrain, Department of Dermatology
If you are having dandruff, or any other skin-related disease, consult an expert dermatologist/ cosmetologist at the earliest. At Al Hilal Hospital, Department of Dermatology and Cosmetology, we have highly qualified and experienced doctors, modern equipment, and state-of-the-art laboratories, to provide early detection and treatment options for all the patients.
Contact Al Hilal Hospital, and get consultation with the best dermatologist and cosmetologist in Bahrain for dandruff and all other skin-related diseases. For your convenience, our representatives are available on WhatsApp helpline, in Al Hilal Manama, Salmabad, Riffa and Muharraq branches. We also offer exclusive packages and privilege cards for additional benefits, to provide affordable yet exceptional healthcare services to all our patients.
