What Causes Dandruff?
One scientifically known cause of dandruff is Malassezia. It's a natural fungus found on everyone's scalp, which can cause irritation and speed up the shedding of dead skin.
What exactly is dandruff?
Dandruff is a chronic scalp condition characterized by excessive flaking and is also associated with itching and redness.
What's the difference between dandruff and just having a dry scalp?
The main difference is the flakes. Dandruff flakes are usually larger, white and oily looking. Dry scalp flakes are usually small and your scalp is usually lacking its natural oils and moisture causing excessive itchiness.
How do Head & Shoulders' shampoos help prevent dandruff flakes?
Head & Shoulders is legendary at helping to provide dandruff control. Every bottle of Head & Shoulders contains one of the two most effective active ingredients to help fight dandruff, Pyrithione Zinc (ZPT) and Selenium Sulfide. Our patented ZPT formula and Selenium Sulfide help control dandruff by going straight to the source of the problem. The result is virtually flake-free, beautiful hair.
How common is dandruff amongst teens?
6 out of 10 teens have dandruff. Dandruff affects more than 50% of the American population at any one time.
What is a healthy, balanced scalp?
A healthy balanced scalp is one where the natural moisture is balanced and dandruff is under control.
Is it safe to use Head & Shoulders shampoo every time I wash my hair?
Yes, Head & Shoulders shampoos with either of the active, dandruff-fighting ingredients in Head & Shoulders, Selenium Sulfide and ZPT, are gentle enough to use every time. In fact, both ingredients, at the levels found in Head & Shoulders, meet the requirements to be safe and effective, according to the rules and regulations of the United States Food & Drug Administration for the past several decades.
Aside from helping to eliminate the dandruff on my scalp, what other benefits are there to using Head & Shoulders?
Our Head & Shoulders formulas provide the same benefits for your hair as the leading cosmetic shampoo and conditioner. Our new line of shampoos and conditioners promise a broad range of benefits for your hair. With our great scent and cleaning and conditioning system, your hair will smell, look, and feel clean and manageable. And our special 2 in 1 formulas allow you to simplify your routine while still receiving the added benefit of an effective conditioner.
How come I see more flakes in the winter?
Flaking tends to be more noticeable during the winter months because our skin is drier overall during that time. The air outside is cold and arid and we spend more time indoors in heated rooms, all of which dries our skin - and our scalps - even more. Drier skin means more noticeable flakes.
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