Is dandruff?

For mild dandruff, applying warm coconut oil with a bit of camphor is a wonderful traditional remedy. But if you have severe itching, redness, or your scalp is bleeding, please don't experiment at home. Go see a skin specialist immediately.

Yes, dandruff is extremely common and usually caused by dry skin or a yeast-like fungus. Using a mild anti-dandruff shampoo twice a week helps keep it in control.

I visited a dermatologist at Max Hospital for my dandruff issue last year. He clearly explained that dandruff is often caused by a fungus called Malassezia and prescribed a specific ketoconazole shampoo. Always ask your doctor instead of using random shampoos.

Dandruff is just shed skin from our scalp, and almost everyone deals with it at some point. Make sure you wash your hair regularly, drink plenty of water, and avoid too much hair styling gel. It is a very manageable issue, so don't worry.

Please don't ignore persistent dandruff or treat it lightly. I kept using home remedies for months, but it turned out to be seborrheic dermatitis which caused severe hair fall. Get it checked by a proper dermatologist before it gets worse.