You'd think dandruff would be a winter problem, but for me, it flares up terribly during the summer months. My scalp gets itchy and flaky even though I'm sweating more and washing my hair often. Why do I get dandruff in the summer?
9 months ago
Yaar, summer mein toh aur oil production badh jaata hai na! Heat aur sweat se fungus ko aur achha environment mil jaata hai. Plus, sometimes using too much product or not washing properly after sweating also contributes. It's actually quite common in humid climates like ours.
6 months ago
Bro, exactly! Everyone talks about winter dandruff, but mine gets worse in summer. It's probably because of all the sweating and humidity. My doc told me to use an anti-dandruff shampoo regularly, especially after a workout, and keep my scalp clean. Works for me.
9 months ago
My daughter gets bad dandruff in summer too, it's so frustrating. Our dermatologist said it's due to the sweat and humidity making the scalp oily, which is perfect for the dandruff-causing fungus. We make sure she washes her hair more frequently with a mild anti-dandruff shampoo and keeps her hair tied up to avoid sweat on the scalp.
5 months ago
Dandruff can definitely flare up in summer, contrary to popular belief. Increased sweating, humidity, and product build-up create an ideal environment for the malassezia fungus to thrive. Maintaining good scalp hygiene and using a medicated shampoo can help. If it's persistent, a dermatologist can offer targeted solutions.
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9 months ago
Summer mein dandruff? Haan, ye toh hota hai. Garmi mein sweat zyada hota hai, toh scalp oily ho jaata hai. Acha anti-dandruff shampoo hi use karo. Zaroori nahi ki har cheez ke liye expensive tests karwao. Pehle shampoo badal ke dekho, ya gharelu nuskhe jaise neem ka paani.
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