Sanjay Kumar Sanjay Kumar Asked 8 months ago

Can bald people get dandruff?

Completely bald now, but sometimes my scalp still feels itchy and flaky, almost like dandruff. I thought dandruff was only for people with hair. Can someone who is bald still get dandruff?

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Gopalakrishnan Iyer Gopalakrishnan Iyer Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago
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Yes, my child, dandruff is actually an issue of the scalp skin, not the hair itself. Even without hair, the skin can get dry or have a fungal buildup. Applying a few drops of pure coconut oil mixed with a little lemon juice gently on the scalp can help keep it healthy.

Pooja Shah Pooja Shah Joined Feb 2026 8 months ago

Yes, dandruff can happen on a bald head too, as it is often linked to internal heat, stress, or a lack of healthy fats in your diet. Eating omega-3 rich foods like flaxseeds and keeping yourself hydrated helps improve skin health from within. Just keeping the scalp clean is also very essential.

Amit Saxena Amit Saxena Joined Jan 2026 8 months ago

Yes, they can. I ignored dry flaking on my bald scalp for months thinking it was just dust, but it turned out to be a severe fungal infection that became very itchy and red. Please don't ignore it like I did—if it doesn't go away with basic washing, show it to a dermatologist.

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Lakshmi Narayanan Lakshmi Narayanan Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago

My grandmother always used to say that neem water washes are best for any scalp flaking. But if the dryness and itching on the bald head are constant, it is always better to consult a skin specialist. They can suggest a proper medicated lotion that suits your skin type.

Siddharth Shinde Siddharth Shinde Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

Actually yes, yaar. My cousin shaved his head thinking his dandruff would go away, but the flaking continued on his bare scalp! It is basically just shedding skin cells and oil. You still need to wash and moisturize your scalp properly even if you are bald.

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Rajesh Yadav Rajesh Yadav Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

Arey bilkul ho sakta hai bhai! Dandruff hair ka nahi, scalp ki skin ka problem hai. If your scalp is too dry or oily, it will flake. Just use a mild anti-dandruff shampoo or moisturizer on your bald head when you bathe, and it will be fine.

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