Dandruff is a Fungus!
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It may be surprising to know that dandruff is caused
by a fungus. It is an indication the scalp is out of
balance. To restore balance, first take stock of what you have been
washing your hair with; check the ingredients. Rinse hair with apple
cider vinegar, depending on the severity of the fungal infection this may
require repeated rinsing over a few days. Many years ago I shared a
house with a number of people including a student chiropractor, much to his
horror he developed a fungal infection on his skin. This presented itself as a red rash
area. He was concerned about handling
patients in the clinical work and was determined to have the skin problem
resolved as soon as possible. He went to
a Doctor who recommended an anti-dandruff shampoo that was also an anti-fungal. With a few washes the
fungal infection cleared up.
This is worth a try with
fungal infections on the skin but remember to consult your Doctor or
Pharmacist, if symptoms persist.
Years later, when working
for a medical company, I was told that dandruff in some cases is a type of
fungal infection and the best anti-dandruff shampoos were anti-fungal in
nature.
In researching dandruff and fungal infections, I confirmed that dandruff is not contagious. Many people control the problem with gentle, regular shampooing, others need a medicated shampoo.
The research has shown that the causes of dandruff can vary, these include:
Irritated, oily skin (seborrheic dermatitis).
In researching dandruff and fungal infections, I confirmed that dandruff is not contagious. Many people control the problem with gentle, regular shampooing, others need a medicated shampoo.
The research has shown that the causes of dandruff can vary, these include:
Irritated, oily skin (seborrheic dermatitis).
- Not shampooing often enough.
- A yeast like fungus (Malassezia).
- Dry skin.
- Sensitivity to hair care products (contact dermatitis).
- Psoriasis
- Eczema
- Stress
- Weakened immune system
So an anti-fungal shampoo isn’t for everyone. Coal tar shampoos help to slow skin cell production, this may be an alternative that is worth a try. Lastly for some it may help if you avoid hairspray and hair gel until your dandruff clears up.
After
reading the ingredient list of your shampoo you may want to reconsider its use
and opt for an alternative.
Remedies can be achieved using natural skin care
methods and products, such as gentle olive oil soaps.
"OR Natural" Skin Care Solutions. Laguna, NSW Australia 2325.
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