Scalp Science

Can Sweat Cause Dandruff? A Physician Answers

Can Sweat Cause Dandruff? A Physician Answers

DandRX – Can Sweat Cause Dandruff? A Physician Answers Patients who exercise regularly, live in hot climates, or wear helmets and hats frequently often notice their dandruff is worse —...

Can Sweat Cause Dandruff? A Physician Answers

DandRX – Can Sweat Cause Dandruff? A Physician Answers Patients who exercise regularly, live in hot climates, or wear helmets and hats frequently often notice their dandruff is worse —...

Do Dreads Cause Dandruff? A Physician Answers

Do Dreads Cause Dandruff? A Physician Answers

Answer: No — but they can create conditions that allow dandruff to worsen. Dreadlocks themselves do not trigger yeast growth or inflammation. However, locs can indirectly contribute to dandruff through...

Do Dreads Cause Dandruff? A Physician Answers

Answer: No — but they can create conditions that allow dandruff to worsen. Dreadlocks themselves do not trigger yeast growth or inflammation. However, locs can indirectly contribute to dandruff through...

Can Stress Cause Dandruff? Yes - A Physician Explains Why

Can Stress Cause Dandruff? Yes - A Physician Ex...

As a family medicine physician, I frequently see patients who notice their dandruff flares during busy work periods, exams, or major life changes. One of the most common questions I...

Can Stress Cause Dandruff? Yes - A Physician Ex...

As a family medicine physician, I frequently see patients who notice their dandruff flares during busy work periods, exams, or major life changes. One of the most common questions I...

Do Conditioners Cause Dandruff? A Physician Answers

Do Conditioners Cause Dandruff? A Physician Ans...

As a family medicine physician who frequently counsels patients on scalp health, I hear this question often: “Can my conditioner be causing dandruff?” The short answer is no—conditioners do not...

Do Conditioners Cause Dandruff? A Physician Ans...

As a family medicine physician who frequently counsels patients on scalp health, I hear this question often: “Can my conditioner be causing dandruff?” The short answer is no—conditioners do not...

How Prevalent Is Dandruff? A Physician Answers

How Prevalent Is Dandruff? A Physician Answers

If you’ve ever noticed white flakes on your shoulders or an itchy scalp after a long day, you’re far from alone. As a physician, I’m often asked “How common is...

How Prevalent Is Dandruff? A Physician Answers

If you’ve ever noticed white flakes on your shoulders or an itchy scalp after a long day, you’re far from alone. As a physician, I’m often asked “How common is...

What Are These Flakes? The Guide To Your Flakes

What Are These Flakes? The Guide To Your Flakes

Many people often discover flakes of all different shapes and sizes and resort to the first question on their mind - What are these flakes? Let's break down what type of...

What Are These Flakes? The Guide To Your Flakes

Many people often discover flakes of all different shapes and sizes and resort to the first question on their mind - What are these flakes? Let's break down what type of...