Itchy scalp can stem from a number of health conditions. While some people may need to visit a dermatologist for prescription treatment options, others may benefit from natural treatments. The most common causes of itchy scalps are dandruff and seborrheic dermatitis. More serious causes include fungal infection and autoimmune disorders like psoriasis. Home care using common kitchen ingredients or items...
Skin conditions can be surprisingly tricky to diagnose because completely unrelated conditions may have very similar symptoms. Even an experienced dermatologist may have trouble identifying some skin conditions, and a new med student or a person who uses Google to try to self-diagnose will definitely mix up skin issues. The following skin ailments are frequently mistaken for each other. Dandruff and...
Everywhere you look, men are sporting the lumberjack beard trend. In reality, beards are not as easy to maintain as they may look. They require consistent care and upkeep and they come with their own set of challenges. One of the most common is beard dandruff. The - microbe - Malassezia globosa typically causes skin flaking in the beard. Everyone has this microbe but when it combines with hair follicles...
Have you spotted some flakes on your shoulders when wearing a dark top? This is a telltale sign of dandruff, which affects nearly 50% of the -population. Of course, it rarely indicates anything serious, but it can be uncomfortable and may lead to feeling more self-conscious. While dandruff is a common skin issue, it can sometimes be -difficult to treat. If your routine isn't cutting it, it's time to...