How do you control a dandruff problem?

Answer 1

Dandruff is a common scalp condition marked by white flakes on the scalp and itching.

It appears to be caused by a yeast-like fungus called malassezia, also known as pityrosporum. Malassezia is normally found on the scalp without causing problems, however, if it grows unchecked (possibly due to hormone imbalances, stress, immune suppression, infrequent shampooing, illness, or increased oil production), there is mild inflammation that produces dead skin cells. The dead cells mix with oil and clump together, making them appear white and flaky.


1) Tea Tree Oil
Tea tree oil is an essential oil that comes from the leaves of Melaleuca alternifolia, a plant native to Australia. It has been used for centuries as an antiseptic and anti-fungal agent. There are many tea tree oil shampoos available in health food stores and some drug stores, and many people report these products help with dandruff.

There haven’t been many research studies on tea tree oil for dandruff. One study involved 126 people with mild to moderate dandruff. They used either a five percent tea tree oil shampoo or a placebo daily for four weeks. At the end of the study, the tea tree oil shampoo significantly reduced dandruff. No adverse effects were reported. Although promising, this was not a double-blind study (which means that the researchers knew which participants were using tea tree oil and which were using the placebo), so it cannot be considered solid evidence that tea tree oil works. For more information about tea tree oil, read the Tea Tree Oil Fact Sheet.


2) Apple Cider Vinegar
A home remedy for dandruff is to mix 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar with 1/4 cup water.

Pour this mixture into a spray bottle and spritz it on to your hair and scalp, being careful to avoid the eye and ear area. Wrap your head in a towel.

After 15 minutes to an hour, remove the towel and wash your hair. This is generally done once to twice a week.


3) Biotin
Biotin is a water-soluble B vitamin that helps to break down fats, carbohydrates, and proteins. It is sold in supplement form and is also found naturally in foods.

Food sources of biotin are egg yolk, liver, milk, soy, barley, brewer's yeast, and royal jelly. Biotin is also produced naturally by bacteria in the intestines.

Eating raw egg whites and prolonged use of antibiotics are thought to be causes of biotin deficiency.

Answer 2

When you wash and condition hair, make sure you stay under the water longer to rinse it thoroughly out. You can also try Selsun Blue or any other dandruff shampoos out there. Also, go to your local beauty salon. They have all types of products for each hair type, dandruff, etc.

Answer 3

Try selsun blue extra strength......I used it as directed on the back of the bottle and it worked GREAT! I used to have terrible dandruff and after using selsun blue extra strength it was down to a very minimum amount....... try it and see if it works for ya :)

Answer 4

Usually dandruff is caused by drying out your scalp and overwashing.. If you wash your hair every other day and get a moisturizing shampoo, as well as making sure it's all rinsed, it should help a lot.

Answer 5

Neutrogrena T-Gel is the best dandruff shampoo you can buy. If it doesn't work, see a dermatologist.

Answer 6

Neutragena t gel shampoo is best. My doctor recommended that for my daughter and it works. Make sure you leave it on for several minutes and use it at least 3 times per week. Its made with coal tar and it stinks but its great stuff.

Answer 7

Try washing your hair either with head and shoulders or selsun blue

Answer 8

I had the same exact problem!!!!!! It sucks... doesn't it?!?!?!?! Either get Tgel, Selsun Blue, or Selsun Salon shampoo!

Answer 9

either head n shoulders or selsun blue shampoo and condit works great. i prefer head n shoulders.

Answer 10

check the links below for natural homemade beauty tips to:-- Dandruff
http://geebal.blogspot.com/2006/10/dandruffnatural-homemade-remedy.html#name1