Here's how to finally get rid of those pesky flakes.
First things first: Before you freak out after finding white flakes on the back of your sweater, know that it's completely normal for your scalp to shed skin from time to time."Simply having dry skin on your scalp that is a little flaky and produces a few flakes of dander here and there is nothing out of the ordinary," explained Dr. Dominic Burg.
To know how to properly treat your scalp, it's important to understand the difference between dandruff and a dry scalp."Its most obvious form is noticeable white flakes," she said."And it will never truly go away without proper treatment."is often mistaken for dandruff. Some of the causes of dry scalp are excessive washing, sensitivity to hair care products, and a scalp struggling to maintain or produce moisture.
Dr. Dominic Burg said over-washing and using 'scalp detoxing' shampoos are big mistakes you can make if you have dandruff."Over-washing can cause your scalp to produce more oil than usual, which exacerbates the underlying cause of the dandruff." "Vitamin D deficiency is also associated with outbreaks of dermatitis and other skin issues, so ensuring you are getting enough sunlight or taking a supplement can also help keep dandruff at bay," explained Dr. Burg.Dukai Photographer / Getty Images / Via Getty Images