Does your scalp suffer from dandruff? Here are five tips to help you get rid of it

With the winter breeze blowing harshly on your scalp, walking around with dandruff-filled hair can be awkward and embarrassing.

The cold weather can cause your scalp to become dry, which often leads to flakiness and a discomforting itch, according to Style Craze.

It can also be caused by an abundance of malassezia, a fungus present on the scalp of most adults.

So if you’re experiencing the “pat your head” syndrome, don’t worry. You’re not alone – many people experience this in winter.

Here are some tips to help you get rid of dandruff.

1.    Switch to anti-dandruff hair shampoo

Although kicking the flakes to the curb is the main objective, you want a shampoo that won’t be harsh on your scalp. So find one that doesn’t take away your hair’s natural moisture.

Wash your hair two to three times a week with an anti-dandruff shampoo, according to Healthline.

2.    Condition your hair with an anti-dandruff conditioner

Conditioners have a variety of benefits like preventing hair breakage and tangling.

3.    Use tea tree oil on your scalp

Studies have shown that tea tree oil fights many types of bacteria, viruses and fungi, Medical News Today reports.

4.    Avoid blow drying or flat ironing your hair

Heat styling tools aren’t the main cause of dandruff, but can worsen it.

5.    Brush your hair as often as possible.

Regularly brushing helps to evenly distribute your natural hair oils while also picking up pieces of dirt and skin from the hair, Today reports.

SOURCES: Healthline, Medical News Today, Today