Rohan Aggarwal Rohan Aggarwal Asked 8 months ago

Does dandruff cause acne?

I've been struggling with both dandruff and acne on my face, especially around my hairline, for quite some time now. I was wondering if my dandruff could actually be causing or worsening my acne breakouts. Is there a link between the two conditions that I should know about?

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Sita Devi Sita Devi Joined May 2026 5 months ago
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Haan beta, jab rusi baalon se jhad kar mathe par girti hai na, toh wahan chote chote daane ho jaate hain. Baalon ko saaf rakhogi toh chehra bhi saaf rahega.

Snehal Kulkarni Snehal Kulkarni Joined Jan 2026 8 months ago

Haan na, forehead acne and dandruff are totally connected. Whenever I have severe dandruff, my skin acts up badly. Ek baar shampoo change karke dekho, it might help.

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Rohan Sen Rohan Sen Joined Mar 2026 8 months ago

I always worry about this too! Every time my scalp gets itchy, I feel like my forehead is breaking out the next day. It is so stressful. Definitely wash your hair regularly with a mild anti-dandruff shampoo to keep it under control.

Aman Preet Aman Preet Joined Jan 2026 8 months ago

Bro, yes! I had crazy forehead pimples last semester and my doc told me it's because of my dandruff. Started using a ketoconazole shampoo twice a week and the acne literally cleared up.

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Vikas Gowda Vikas Gowda Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago

Dandruff flakes can clog pores on your forehead and back, leading to breakouts. However, acne can have hormonal causes too. It is best to consult a dermatologist for a proper diagnosis.

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