Nithya Suresh Nithya Suresh Asked 4 months ago

Do black people get dandruff?

This is purely out of curiosity. A friend and I were discussing common skin and hair issues, and the question came up: Do black people get dandruff, or is it less common in certain ethnicities due to hair or scalp differences?

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Karthik Raja Karthik Raja Joined Apr 2026 4 months ago
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Yes, absolutely, dandruff can affect any race or skin type because it is caused by yeast on the scalp and dryness. If you or someone you know is struggling with it, using a basic zinc pyrithione or ketoconazole shampoo once a week works best.

Nikhil Kapoor Nikhil Kapoor Joined Jan 2026 4 months ago

Yes, dandruff doesn't discriminate based on skin color; it is a very common condition for everyone. Just make sure to use a good moisturizing shampoo and avoid scratching the scalp to prevent any infections.

Jaspreet Sodhi Jaspreet Sodhi Joined Jan 2026 4 months ago

Of course, dandruff is just shedding of dead skin cells and can happen to anyone. When my son had severe scalp flaking, the doctor told us it's very common across all skin types. Regular oiling and a gentle wash are very important.

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Kavya Menon Kavya Menon Joined Mar 2026 4 months ago

Yes, they do, though the care routine might differ because curly or coily hair textures can be naturally drier. I have scalp issues due to hormonal PCOS, so I know how annoying flaking can be. It is always best to use products suited for your specific hair type.

Ritu Sen Ritu Sen Joined Feb 2026 4 months ago

Yes, dandruff is a universal scalp issue and affects people of all skin colors and races.

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Karan Malhotra Karan Malhotra Joined May 2026 4 months ago

Yeah bro, everyone gets dandruff, skin type doesn't matter. My African friend in college had really dry scalp and got dandruff quite often. He used specialized moisturizing hair oils and anti-dandruff shampoo to keep it under control.

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