What to Do About Mild Dandruff
You can’t prevent dandruff, but in most cases, you can control the problem with home treatments. Try these strategies:
- Wash your hair daily with a dandruff or medicated shampoo. Look for products that contain coal tar, pyrithione zinc, salicylic acid, selenium, or ketoconazole.
- Massage the shampoo into your scalp well, then leave it on for five minutes to give it time to work. Rinse thoroughly. This gets rid of the cells you’ve dislodged, and it keeps shampoo residue from adding to your scalp irritation.
- Try different types of shampoos until you find the one that works for you. Over time, a shampoo may lose its effectiveness and you may need to switch to another.
- Avoid excessive heat on your scalp. Frequent blow-drying can contribute to flaky skin.
- Try not to scratch your scalp. Scratching can leave cuts in the skin and may lead to an infection.
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