How to fight dandruff

Dandruff is unsightly and uncomfortable. Here are a few tips to combat it.

Causes of Dandruff

When displayed, the dandruff is impossible to conceal. That white powder falling from his head to rest on the shoulders is one of the most uncomfortable evils from the aesthetic point of view.

Although you can not determine exactly what causes the onset of dandruff , some investigations it awarded to a type of fungus, the pityosporum ovale . It can also appear as a result of stress , fatigue, digestive problems or aggressive medical treatments.

How to fight dandruff

• To fight it is best to use an anti-dandruff shampoo containing mainly the following agents: zinc, coal tar, salicylic acid and sulfur, and not apply perfume or colognes because they dry hair.
• It is important to follow a diet rich in foods containing vitamin B5 and zinc.
• Avoid sharing toothbrushes, presses, combs or other object that has been in contact with the scalp of another person, because the infection is very common.
• It is advisable not to abuse the dyes, avoid running his hand through his hair all the time and not to rub the scalp.
• Before washing your hair, you have to rinse well to remove all traces of shampoo or foam.
• If the problem is severe, ie, if there are lots of flaking and itching, you should consult a dermatologist.