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  Dandruff is a common and chronic scalp condition faced by millions of people across the world. It is an everyday skin condition in which dead skin cells on your scalp flake off, often landing on your shoulders and clothing. There are several types of dandruff, each with a unique cause. Some types can be treated easily with modifications to your hair care routine or with customised hair care products. Other types of dandruff may require prescription medications. Let us take a look at the different types of dandruff treatments and their causes. Dry skin dandruff - Dry skin dandruff tends to happen more during the winter season as the skin gets dry because of a lack of moisture in the air. Washing your hair frequently in hot water can also lead to dry skin dandruff.   Oily scalp dandruff - Oil-related dandruff happens when there is an accumulation of sebum oil on your scalp. Secreted by the scalp glands, this oil can form clumps of dead skin cells and dirt, forming itchy flak...

Are you struggling with an itchy and brittle scalp? You might think it's dandruff but it can also be scalp dryness. It tends to be difficult to distinguish between the two conditions as they have similar symptoms. A dry scalp is caused by a lack of moisture in the skin, whereas dandruff is caused by an excess of oil in the scalp. Here is how you can identify the difference between dandruff and dry scalp and treat them accordingly:  1. Causes of Dandruff: The causes of dandruff are unknown, but it is thought to be caused by a combination of genetic and environmental factors. It usually happens when irritated, oily skin, dry skin, and a yeast-like fungus (Malassezia) feed on oils on the scalp. Stress is another factor that is considered a cause of dandruff. Whether it is psychological or physical stress, such as a cold or illness, it makes your scalp produce more oil, which aggravates the dandruff.  2. Causes of Dry Scalp: A dry scalp is caused by a variety of factors, the most ...