1.4C Puberty Dandruff :

It is flaking of the scalp, which falls like snow flakes and settles on ones brows, shoulders and clothes. It causes an unpleasant, irritating condition associated with bacteria in the case of excessive formation of scales on the scalp. The scales are formed from the horny layer of the skin and comes out, whenever the hair is brushed or rubbed. It may also appear as lumps or crusts on the scalp. Excessive itching is caused and the scalp may turn red due to scratching.

Diet Diet is the most essential factor for the treatment of dandruff. Your digestive system should function properly. Raw foods, especially fresh fruits, vegetable, sprouted seeds, raw nuts and whole grain cereals to be included in daily diet. Drink warm water daily and all other measures adopted to eradicate constipation. Exposure of the head to the rays of the sun in the morning is also a useful measure in the treatment of dandruff.

Causes They are caused due to impairment of general health; toxic condition of the system brought on mainly by wrong feeding, constipation and lowered vitality due to infectious diseases. On a dry scalp, it may be due to deficiency in protein. On a greasy
scalp, it may be due to the over-production of sebum or natural oil and produces flaking on the Scalp. Dandruff is simply skin which flakes off the scalp, but the shedding has been accelerated for some reason. This hair condition can spread to the face if it is not treated. Acute dandruff (which can also result in hair loss) needs immediate medical attention.

Care Most essential factor is to keep your hair clean. Your brush, comb, hair pins etc. must be frequently washed or else you will re-infect your scalp each time you use them. Dandruff is highly infectious, hence strictly avoid borrowing or lending combs and brushes.