Is It Dandruff Or A Dry Scalp? Here's What You Need To Know

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Chapters

0:00 Introduction
0:53 Causes of dry scalp
1:22 Causes of dandruff
2:04 Do you have dandruff
2:14 Treating a dry scalp
2:41 Treating dandruff

You can develop a dry scalp if your scalp does not have sufficient oil for the skin to feel lubricated.
• This can result in flaking, itching, and irritation. It also makes the air look dry.
• Sometimes, washing your hair every day or not drinking enough water can cause a dry scalp.
• Conditions like eczema or psoriasis could also cause dry scalp.
• Those with dry skin are more susceptible to dry scalp, The things that cause dry scalp include excessive washing and dry air, especially in the winter months.
Dandruff
• Just like the rest of the skin, the scalp sheds dead skin cells. When this process speeds up, it is called dandruff.
• The more the scalp sheds dead skin cells, the worse the dandruff.
• Potential causes of dandruff include oils secreted by the scalp, fungal infections, or sensitivity to substances like hair products.
Symptoms
• People with dry scalp may notice flakes shedding from their scalp, just like dandruff, however, they are usually smaller and whiter.
• Dandruff flakes are usually larger and may look oily.
• While both dry scalp and dandruff tend to come and go, dandruff caused by fungal infection doesn’t get better without treatment.
• Both conditions make the scalp itchy and irritated.
Differences between dandruff and dry scalp
• Most people find it difficult to differentiate between the two conditions.
• In general, flakes are more likely to be dandruff if the scalp feels oily, hair looks greasy, and when there is intense scalp itching.
• It is possible to have both conditions.
When to see a doctor
• Both conditions can be managed using home remedies
• You should see a doctor for a flaky scalp if home treatments do not work, if there are open wounds on the head or face or if there are other symptoms like sores and redness.
• People with autoimmune disorders or chronic illnesses should talk to their doctor before treating dandruff because the symptoms may be due to another condition
Treatment options
• People with dandruff should use an anti-dandruff shampoo to wash their hair regularly.
• Most dandruff shampoos contain pyrithione and this will help treat many underlying causes of dandruff
• The coal tar shampoo is another option to treat dandruff.
• Coconut oil can be used to treat dry scalp, it moisturizes the scalp and its antibacterial and antifungal properties reduce the risk of infections.
• Aloe vera also has a lot of properties to treat dry scalp. Its inflammatory properties reduce skin irritation and are an effective moisturizing agent.
• People whose dry scalp or dandruff doesn’t improve with home remedies should see a doctor.

Prevention
• Going long periods without shampooing can make dandruff more visible.
• In some people, dandruff is a chronic condition that tends to go and come back, and it is unclear if it can be prevented.
• You can prevent dry scalp by shampooing less frequently, switching to a moisturizing shampoo, using a humidifier to keep skin from getting dry, using less irritating shampoo, and drinking more water.

[hridayshree]

I was able to grow my hair back with liittleextra reactivate hair growth serum. Taken a three-month apart. First one in Jan, second in March. You must apply the serum directly to the scalp and massage into skin with very little pressure. Avoid pull on your hair. The hair coming in seems to be good quality. There's been less hair fall over all. I apply it at night, the serum does not make your hair sticky, but you only need a few drops to work - less is more. Additionally, switched pillows cases to satin so that my sleep is easier on my hair.

[A.AInc.]

Hard water in my area
Gonna start using head and shoulders shampoo again as never had this problem before and been using cheap shampoos for the last few months

[wasanrashed]

I think that dry scalp means that your scalp doesn't produce enough oil to lubricate the surface of your skin and hair. While dandruff is caused by oily scalp.

[dr.emilschaffhausen]

Keep in mind, dandruff shampoo is NOT recommended if you only have dry scalp.

[georginal]

I use Good schampo and got white flakes . I have used Dandruff schampo twice But nog helping. My head is not itching and my hair gets oily fast ?

[meganbouwhuis]

Keep in mind the fungus that creates dandruff is actually really healthy for your scalp. They are annoying but if you have dandruff it means you probably don't have any dangerous bacteria growing on your skin. Its uncomfortable and embarrassing but it does have a silver lining❤

[alexwilkinson]

My friend said wash your hair twice a week to be washed and gently massage the skin to be washed after 20 minutes and that should make it go forever

[morrisoniamdoneasda]

I suffer with a dry scalp.its been so hard, everytime it gets hot or i exercise for a little my head feels like its on fire.😢

[marvinhograhm]

I don't have an itchy scalp but I have flakes whenever I shake my hair or something

[heksgmz]

Mine doesn’t itch but I have white flakes on on the same spots!!

[sastavlogger]

How to cure if it is beard moustache, head, ear and some part of nose

[Black.Sabbath]

1:18 Maybe but this came on suddenly with no change of product? Just itchy when I sweat

[vmrao]

Head bath with hot water is useful to remove dandruff. Practically tried, it work out.

[Kathy]

hello! My hair was very dry until I used a shampoo and conditioner that both have moisture and it helped with the dry in my hair and looked better but than I started to get itchy and I had dandruff or dry scalp (I have no idea what I have) and we’ll now it’s itchy and the white stuff is increasing a little by little and in my stomach it just suddenly got like dry at top of my stomach little dry.
I need help to figure out what is going on??? Is the shampoo/conditioner moisturizer affecting my hair?? Do u have dandruff or dry scalp?
I thought I had dandruff but when I saw this video well I’m guessing I have a dry scalp but I don’t get it because I’m using a moisturizer shampoo.
Someone please help am so confused 😢
And also I wash my face with products that have moisturizer so I’m not sure anymore if I have dandruff or dry scalp.

[krow]

i pick at my dry scalp and even have blood on my scalp its crazy, i've used coconut oil it only relieves it for a couple of hours, i use vegan shampoo, i even tried doing only water no sugar drinks, and i'm bout to change my shower head to a water softener

[lessonsinlife]

Thanks for this video.
I have sebhorric dermatitis. Worst on my ears and face. It is very difficult.

[cabsalutely]

Does this include the upper inner ear. I have them even thou i didnt use shampoo🤔

[wasanrashed]

What shampoo do i use for extremely dry scalp? I've been using shea moisture and it seems to dry my hair out and even cause irritation. Any recommendations please!😰

[_slvr_]

Does hairfall from dry scalp reversible?

[RandommaiZe]

I used to have bigger dandruff in my hair & I stopped itching my hair (I used to itch a lot before but then the habit stopped) but now its small so does that mean my hair is oily or dry or combo?