Dandruff
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•Last Updated: October 13, 2024
Dandruff is characterized by a flaky, itchy scalp and affects about 50% of the adult population. It’s most likely caused by Malassezia yeast colonization, high sebum production, and other immune and skin factors. Special hair and scalp products are the most common treatment.
Dandruff falls under the Skin, Hair, & Nails category.
