Do you know the benefits of hair oiling? Oiling is done to relieve fatigue, strengthen the hair and keep the scalp healthy. But have you heard that dermatologists forbid some people to do oiling? Doctors recommend oiling depending on the condition of your scalp and hair.
Nowadays dandruff is such an issue that every other person is troubled by it. This problem does not arise only in winter, but it also becomes a cause of trouble in summer. Many of us think that dandruff is caused by dryness but it is not so.
Your scalp becomes flaky when excess oil builds up in it. Dandruff is harmless yeast, which persists due to oily skin and dead skin cells. In such a situation, if you do oiling, then you will not get any benefit. It is not us, Dr. JayshreeSharad, a well-known dermatologist also says this. He has shared a post on Instagram where he has told that oiling can increase dandruff. But why this happens, let us know in detail in this article.
Why does dandruff happen?
Many factors help in the formation of dandruff. Dandruff can be caused by excessive secretion of oil from the sebaceous glands. Fungal colonization on the skin of some people also causes it. One reason for dandruff can also be not shampooing properly. When the scalp is not clean, the dirt will build up and lead to dandruff. Similarly, a yeast called Malassezia also causes dandruff. The use of different personal care products can also lead to dermatitis, and dandruff can be caused by several factors such as exposure to sunlight and food and drink.
Why oil should not be applied to hair?
DrJayashree Sharad says, "No, on the contrary, it increases dandruff. Excess oil in the hair feeds yeast called Malassezia on the scalp, which leads to overgrowth of this yeast which in turn leads to dandruff."
Generally, people apply oil with the assumption that it will not show flakes. Dandruff-causing yeast feeds on saturated fatty acids found in oils like coconut and olive. Only then instead of reducing dandruff on your scalp, it increases.
What is the treatment of dandruff?
It is not that you cannot get rid of dandruff. There are some methods, by trying which you can get relief from the problem of dandruff.
Maintain scalp hygiene-
Use a good anti-dandruff shampoo. Keep your scalp clean to avoid excessive oil production. Wash your head with 2% ketoconazole shampoo 3-4 times a week. Also, try not to scratch the scalp. This will make flaky skin more visible and may also cause redness on your scalp.
Do not apply oil-
You do a good amount of oiling once a week thinking that your hair will be healthy and strong. Although this does not happen. Keep in mind that the cause of your dandruff is oil, so don't apply any kind of oil.
Take a shower after a workout or exercise
After exercising, we just clean the body without washing our heads. Cleanse your scalp immediately after a workout. Due to sweating, dirt gets accumulated on the scalp, which can cause dandruff.
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DISCLAIMER
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