Do hot showers cause dandruff?

Actually, my skin specialist explained this to me last month. Extremely hot water strips the natural oils from your scalp, making it dry and irritated, which can look like dandruff flakes. He advised me to use lukewarm water instead and wash my hair only twice a week.

I used to love steaming hot showers during winters, but my scalp became so dry and itchy. Once I shifted to normal or slightly warm water, the flaking stopped almost completely. Try using a mild moisturizing shampoo and see if it helps you too.

Oh God, I used to worry about this so much that I stopped taking hot baths entirely even in peak winters. I was so scared of losing my hair. If you are feeling anxious, please relax, it usually just causes temporary dryness and not some major permanent scalp damage.

Bro, don't stress too much about this. Just lower the temperature a bit so it is warm and not boiling hot. Apply some warm coconut oil a few hours before you wash, and you should be totally fine.

It is always safer to get a professional opinion before changing your routine too much or buying expensive anti-dandruff shampoos. Dandruff can sometimes be due to an underlying scalp infection or eczema. A doctor will give you the right medicated lotion.