There's really no need to feel uneasy about having dandruff -- all you need is the right solution. Head & Shoulders® has been providing that solution for more than 35 years, as well as leaving hair looking great. We've offered some information here on dandruff and related scalp conditions to help you understand them better.
Common Conditions
Dandruff and dry scalp are the most common scalp conditions known today, affecting more than 40% of the Asian population at some time in their lives*. So it is not a disease - it's actually more common to have it than not.
*Internal P&G study, 1999-2000.
Everybody Sheds
Dandruff is a chronic skin condition affecting the scalp. It is a rapid flaking of the skin, sometimes associated with dryness, itchiness or excessive oiliness. Everybody sheds the skin on his or her head, but when you have dandruff, your scalp speeds up the usual rate of shedding the dead skin. The result is noticeable flakes, or dandruff.
There are other scalp conditions with which you may be familiar. Dry scalp results from a loss of moisture on the scalp and is characterized by small, dry flakes, tightness of the scalp and itchiness.
There is also seborrheic dermatitis, which is characterized by heavy flaking, severe itchiness, redness and inflammation.
Low Tolerance
One scientifically known cause of dandruff is Malassezia. It's a natural fungus found on everyone's scalp that feeds on the skin's natural oils. It can cause irritation and speed up the shedding of dead skin. Everyone's tolerance to Malassezia varies; the lower it is for you, the more likely you are to have dandruff.
Stressed Out?
There are other factors that can contribute to the production of dandruff -- some you can control and others you can't. These include stress, diet, weather, hormones and excessively oily skin. Any one of these factors can affect the likelihood of dandruff appearing.
Use Head & Shoulders® !
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More On Dandruff
For more information on dandruff, check out our Dandruff Q&A section to understand more about dandruff and getting it out of your way.
