Dandruff and hair loss

A healthy appearance is always not only the result of self-care, but also an indicator of internal health, the state and quality of work of all organs and systems in the body. It often happens that we carefully care for hair and skin, but their condition is still not happy. Why does this happen? What internal malfunctions can cause dandruff and hair loss? How to correct the situation and improve health and appearance? Let's try to answer these questions in detail.

Epidemiology

According to statistics, almost 75% of the population of our country have some or other problems with the scalp and hair, in particular, we are talking about dandruff and hair loss. We lose hairs every day, but pathological hair loss is said if their number exceeds 100-120 pieces per day. Fall out can be both individual hairs and whole strands, which indicates a fairly serious pathology. It is time to sound the alarm if a large amount of hair remains on the comb, in the drain of the shower or bathtub, as well as if shoulders and clothes are covered with visible dandruff (white scales) and individual hairs.

Men suffer from this problem more often than women. For example, 60% of men have noticeably less hair by the age of 30, and dandruff is found in every second member of the stronger sex.

Causes of the dandruff and hair loss

The problem of hair loss and dandruff is not in all cases due to direct disorders in the skin or hair follicles. Often it signals a general malfunction in the body. Therefore, it is important to first determine the cause, and only after that think about how to restore beautiful hair. If you do not do this, and just try to influence various external means, you can get either a temporary improvement, or there will be no effect at all. [1], [2]

So, the causes of hair loss and dandruff can be:

• endocrine system malfunctions, thyroid disease;
• metabolic disorders, diseases of the digestive organs;
• hormonal imbalance;
• infectious inflammatory processes;
• tumor processes;
• autoimmune pathologies.

In addition to this, the health of the hairline can be ruined:

• regular sleep deprivation;
• frequent or profound stress;
• excessive physical or intellectual exertion;
• psycho-emotional disturbances;
• inadequate skin and hair care.

Risk factors

In addition to the immediate causes, risk factors that to a greater or lesser extent influence the appearance of the problem of alopecia and dandruff are also important:

• perm procedures, frequent coloring, chalking or bleaching, regular blow drying, using a flat iron or flat iron;
• improper care, improperly selected detergents and cosmetics;
• frequent exposure to rain, cold, wind, sunlight, lack of headgear in freezing weather;
• prolonged vitamin and mineral deficiencies, monotonous diet, frequent strict diets or periods of fasting;
• severe hormonal changes in the body (puberty, pregnancy, menopause);
• physical damage to the hair area, exposure to radiation, major surgery, chemotherapy, prolonged courses of antibiotics or hormones.

Pathogenesis

With increased secretion of sebaceous glands, epidermal scales are retained on the skin, accumulate, blocking the ducts. The flow of nutrients is blocked. On the scalp is formed a kind of exfoliated layer, which prevents the full flow of oxygen into the tissues. As a result, the bulbs begin to deplete, and hair shafts die.

Dry dandruff is caused by insufficient sebaceous gland function. The skin is insufficiently moisturized, hair begins to fall out, and dandruff becomes more and more. Partial bald patches may form in certain areas, accompanied by discomfort and itching.

Trichologists explain the appearance of the problem by fungal diseases, unbalanced diet, frequent stress, hormonal changes. However, the most common causes are improper care, bad habits, abuse of care and styling products. Hereditary predisposition is not excluded. [3]

Symptoms of the dandruff and hair loss

Hair loss in certain quantities is a natural process, which is not the case with dandruff. Every day a person loses up to a hundred hairs, and the volume of lost and new hairs is in a stable balance. It is said about pathology when the loss of hair exceeds the norm and becomes obvious, and dandruff becomes visible to the naked eye: on the shoulders, on clothes.

The average lifespan of a single hair is up to seven years. In the beginning it has a "fluffy" structure, after a while it begins to grow actively - on average, for 2-7 years. After that comes the ketagen phase, during which the hair prepares to leave the hair cover: within three or four months it falls out. As a rule, if it happens early, the cause should be sought in the period 3-4 weeks before the problem appears.

The first signs of malfunction are usually found in the form of small crumbling scales. The scalp becomes irritable, requires frequent washing, itching, can suffer from both excessive dryness and excessive greasiness. Hair becomes brittle, unhealthy in appearance. Dandruff can from small gradually transform into large. However, the symptoms are not always so obvious: in some people the problem is almost asymptomatic, only multiple scales and loose hair on clothes and combs are noticeable.

Hair loss and dandruff in women

In women, the problem of dandruff and hair loss is different from that of men. The hair cover is thinning slowly and evenly over the entire surface of the head, and the process begins with the macular and frontal-parietal area. But in the front zone baldness is not formed.

In women, alopecia areata occurs by two mechanisms:

• telogen type is characterized by a premature transition of bulbs in a "dormant" state, which occurs against the background of chronic pathologies, infectious or endocrine diseases;
• anagen type is a consequence of the influence of aggressive external factors, and bulbs in this situation die - for example, under the influence of drugs, radiation, chemotherapy, etc.

The first type is considered the most susceptible to treatment: it is possible to correct hair growth even at home. The second type can be treated only if the follicles are not completely dead.

A particularly common problem in women is the deterioration of hair quality during pregnancy and lactation, as well as against the background of prolonged treatment with hormones or oral contraceptives. At the same time, if the body has hyperandrogenism, it is possible to observe male pattern baldness.

A pronounced deterioration in the condition of the hair is noted within a month after childbirth, in many young mothers - for several months. Negative changes are also recorded during menopause, against the background of decreased estrogen secretion and increased testosterone.

Dandruff and hair loss in men

If dandruff in men is accompanied by severe hair loss, then in most cases we are talking about these types of baldness:

• Hereditary trait, or androgenetic alopecia, caused by an increase in the amount of dihydrotestosterone in the body, which leads to deterioration and early follicle death. First of all, hair is lost in the frontal-parietal area, but earliest in the first growth line and in the macular area. The temples and nape of the neck are usually not affected.
• Diffuse baldness occurs evenly over the entire surface of the head. It can be caused by endocrine system malfunctions, hormonal problems, dermatologic and infectious-inflammatory processes.
• Focal baldness is characterized by the appearance of individual "bald spots": the problem is usually related to trauma, infectious or autoimmune processes in the body. By the way, a clear factor in the appearance of the malfunction is currently not established. Therefore, to determine the cause, most likely, it will be necessary to undergo a thorough diagnosis.

In most cases, the deterioration of hair in men is associated with a certain lifestyle, bad habits, poor diet, lack of proper self-care. Of course, these factors should also be taken into account to find out the best way to get rid of the problem.

Oily dandruff and hair loss

Greasy dandruff more often "visits" men - in particular, against the background of hormonal changes or as a result of endocrine disorders. It also appears in adolescence, when the body is actively developing and changing, there is puberty.

With oily dandruff, the scales on the head are few. Unlike the dry type, they are yellowish and relatively large. In addition to direct differences in the dandruff itself, you can also pay attention to the condition of the hair, which is subject not only to loss, but also to rapid contamination. Even if you wash your head in the morning, then by evening the hair becomes "heavy", glossy, wet in appearance. The roots stick together and become greasy.

In general, people with oily dandruff often suffer from excessive sweating, acne, and other skin conditions.

Dry dandruff and hair loss

Dry dandruff is more commonly found in men, but that doesn't mean it doesn't occur in women. Dandruff is small, light-colored and hard to miss on clothing. The flakes can be combed out perfectly with a comb: for example, if you bend your head down and comb a little, or even just "whip" the hair with the palm of your hand, you will find a mass of light falling "snowflakes".

With dry dandruff, the skin is often flaky. The head has to be washed almost every day: if this is not done, there is itching, which increases with each day of "procrastination".

After washing, the person feels relief, but the hair is still not quite healthy: they fall out, are characterized by weakness and brittleness. If you additionally load them with chemical exposure - to do perms, coloring, etc. - their condition quickly deteriorates: hairs become dull and lifeless.

Dandruff, itching and hair loss

Dandruff, hair loss and other unpleasant sensations are not always caused by a violation of the sebaceous glands. If the malfunctions are laid deep inside the body, the problem can be accompanied by much more serious signs, such as:

• sleep disorders, appetite disorders, weight changes, irritability, apathy, depression (if the cause is hormonal or endocrine disorders);
• appearance of circles under the eyes, general weakness, dizziness, decreased efficiency, deterioration of skin and nails, the appearance of cramps (if the cause lies in the deficiency of vitamins and trace elements);
• pain in the joints, muscles, increased fatigue, drowsiness (in disorders of mineral metabolism);
• prolonged constipation, diarrhea, increased gas, heartburn, abdominal pain (if the cause is gastrointestinal diseases).

When you can not independently determine the cause of such a nuisance as dandruff and hair loss, then you need to visit a doctor and consult with him: can help as a specialist trichologist, and therapist and dermatologist. The main thing is not to start the problem and start treatment in time.

Complications and consequences

The main and most unfavorable consequence of dandruff and hair loss is, in fact, their loss. True, in order for this to happen, it is necessary to strongly trigger the process. Some people, and especially men, do not pay proper attention to the aesthetics of their appearance - at least until they begin to bring discomfort, or strongly draw attention to themselves.

In addition, plays a role and the psychological factor: a person begins to worry exhausting itching, insomnia appears, the nervous system suffers, violates the ability to work.

To avoid complications, you need to be attentive to your health and appearance, notice any negative changes. Basic signs such as itching without reason, redness of the skin, excessive dryness or, on the contrary, greasy hair - should be a reason to contact a specialist.

Diagnostics of the dandruff and hair loss

In order to find the cause of dandruff and hair loss, the patient first conducts an external examination, then an interview, including collecting information about diet, lifestyle, existing diseases, etc. If the obvious causes could not be found out, then additional tests are prescribed:

• laboratory tests (blood tests, hormonal evaluation);
• spectral analysis of hair for the content of trace elements (helps to identify the lack of basic and additional trace elements, as well as to detect the presence of toxic substances).

If suspected diseases of internal organs, ultrasound is prescribed.

Differential diagnosis is carried out with focal alopecia, seborrheic dermatitis, disorders of mineral metabolism, rickets, thyroid diseases, etc.

Treatment of the dandruff and hair loss

To get healthy skin and hair back, you need to find out the cause of the problem and treat it properly. There are several ways to do this:

• Use medication treatment (for example, taking antifungal medications);
• Change detergents and other care cosmetics to professional products specifically designed to eliminate the problem;
• Apply folk remedies that can be really effective in the early stages of dandruff and hair loss.

Regardless of the treatment tactics chosen, attention must be paid to nutrition:

• include in the diet foods rich in vitamins and trace elements;
• to fix your digestive processes;
• stabilize the metabolism.

Any medicines are prescribed by a doctor. And the use of folk medicine recipes should also be coordinated with the doctor, taking into account the original cause of the problem.

Remedies for dandruff and hair loss

Strong and well-groomed hair is an attribute of any neat and self-respecting person. Therefore, manufacturers of cosmetics take care that pharmacies and cosmetic stores have a full range of products from dandruff and hair loss. Such remedies contain different useful components that should have such therapeutic properties:

• strengthen both the hair itself and the hair follicle;
• create a favorable environment for growth;
• to ensure nutrient intake;
• neutralize negative factors affecting the skin and hair;
• repair the structure of hair and skin;
• stabilize the sebaceous glands.

There are many remedies, both drugstore or professional and home remedies that cure and prevent further dandruff and hair loss. We will tell you about some of them further.

Medications

Most often at the first signs of dandruff and hair loss, doctors recommend that you start taking multivitamin preparations. Such means are known a lot - both domestic and foreign manufacturers. When choosing multivitamins should pay attention not so much to their cost, but to the quantitative and qualitative composition. A doctor or pharmacist can give good advice on the choice of remedies.

• Complex vitamin preparation Alphavit will help to get rid of dandruff, itching, stop hair loss and thinning. Alphavit contains the main necessary vitamins and microelements, which are well combined and perfectly assimilated by the body.
• Revalid is a preparation with a rich content of vitamins and amino acids that strengthen and accelerate the growth of hair. Revalid has practically no side effects, belongs to the affordable price category. It is taken for a long time - on average, about three months.
• Perfectil is a vitamin remedy for maintaining the normal condition of the skin - in particular, on the head. Already in the course of one month of use, the skin color is noticeably improved, dandruff disappears, and hair loss stops. The drug is recommended for people with excessive dryness of the skin, as well as psoriasis, alopecia, dermatitis.
• Nutricap is a complex remedy to prevent hair loss, to nourish and accelerate hair growth. It is optimal to take it for six months: this will allow you to get a good effect and fix it for a long time.

Side effects during treatment with vitamin remedies are often allergic reactions. If there is an allergy to any vitamin substance, it is necessary to carefully study the composition and consult with a doctor about the choice of the drug. If the first signs of allergy appear, stop taking the medication and consult your doctor.

Among foreign medicines that simultaneously get rid of dandruff and hair loss, the most popular is the Merz Beauty complex, the composition of which is represented by cysteine, methionine and zinc. Merz Beauty is characterized by high restorative and protective properties, the ability to improve the hair structure. The drug is taken one dragee in the morning and evening, for a month. Among the possible side effects - headaches, hypersensitivity reactions, changes in blood pressure.

Pantovigar - a restorative medicine that combines a rich amino acid composition, cysteine and keratin. A month of taking Pantovigar significantly improves the condition of the skin, stops even severe hair loss. The drug is taken three times a day, one capsule. Possible side effects: abdominal pain, nausea, allergic reactions.

Biotin is a medication that restores skin and hair after long-term treatment with hormonal and antibacterial agents. Biotin is prescribed for dermatitis, dandruff, alopecia, early graying. It is enough to take one tablet a day for a month. Probable side effects of the drug: pain behind the chest, skin rash. Biotin overdose is excluded.

Fitoval is a combination drug of systemic action, which is prescribed for different types of alopecia. Fitoval prevents hair loss, improves hair quality, relieves itching and dandruff. It is taken 1-2 capsules per day, without chewing, drinking water. With severe hair loss and dandruff, it is allowed to take 3 capsules per day. Side effects are rare and short-lived, consisting of heartburn, digestive disorders, diarrhea.

Brewer's yeast is considered to be a universal remedy for skin and hair problems. Yeast, which is sold in pharmacies, is most often combined with various microelements, such as calcium, magnesium, sulfur and so on. Other universal preparations are Evisent, Aurita, Vita-Charm, etc.

Vitamins

• Vitamin A improves growth, provides elasticity and shiny hair, prevents hair loss, accelerates cleansing of the skin from keratinized scales - dandruff. In pharmacies there is always a wide range of preparations, which contain vitamin A. These are Aevit, Revit, Undevit and many others. In order to get it from food, it is enough to include in the diet such products as egg yolks, dairy products (especially fatty), liver.
• Vitamin _B2 eliminates breakage, regulates sebum and dry skin. Large amounts of this vitamin are present in dairy products, durum wheat, meat and liver.
• Vitamin _B3 prevents early aging and various hair diseases, including dandruff. You can get this important component by regularly consuming fish, liver, brewer's yeast and whole-grain bread.
• Vitamin _B6 determines the condition of the scalp, eliminates dandruff. It is found in meat and eggs, dried yeast, soy, nuts and cabbage.
• Folic acid present in vegetables, hard cheese, cottage cheese, directly and positively affects hair growth and prevents hair loss.
• Vitamin E acts on the hair follicle, saturating and strengthening it. In combination with vitamin A, it cleanses the skin, gives elasticity and prevents dandruff. Vitamin E is present in sufficient quantities in vegetable oils, tomatoes, greens, green peas.

Physiotherapy treatment

There are many physiotherapeutic methods to restore hair and improve skin condition. The doctor will tell you which one to choose and whether it is necessary.

• Ionophoresis is a procedure based on the action of a constant galvanic current, when the necessary medications are injected deep into the skin layers. As a result, subcutaneous blood circulation improves, cell renewal and metabolism are accelerated, the skin receives more nutrients and the roots are strengthened.
• Electrostimulation - application of pulsed currents for tissue repair and renewal. The procedure has a positive effect on vascular walls, stimulates capillary blood circulation, and normalizes the hormonal balance. Electrostimulation can be used both for therapeutic and preventive purposes.
• Microcurrent treatment - involves the application of modulated pulsed ultra-low electric current, which is transmitted to the skin via electrodes. Thanks to the procedure, metabolism is improved, metabolic processes are activated, skin and hair follicles are restored.
• Cryotherapy is an exposure of the skin to liquid nitrogen using a special applicator system, which activates blood circulation and acts as a specific massager and stimulator. It may take 2-3 courses of treatment to eliminate dandruff and hair loss.
• Vacuum treatment is a massage with the help of jars, which improves blood flow and air exchange, removes toxic substances, eliminates stagnation of lymphatic fluid.
• Darsonvalization - the use of small currents of high voltage, accelerating the outflow of lymph, dilating vessels, normalizing the function of sebaceous glands. Discharge effects contribute to oxygenation of the skin.
• Laser treatments are procedures using low-intensity laser beams to strengthen hair follicles. A course of therapy consists of a series of regular sessions lasting about 25 minutes each.

Folk treatment

For hundreds of years, hair problems have been treated with folk recipes that have been passed down in families from generation to generation. Our grandmothers used familiar products to prepare effective and safe remedies:

• Means with vinegar: dilute apple cider vinegar in water (2 tbsp. Per 1 liter), rinse the head after each wash.
• Means with onion husks: pour water over the husks and boil on low heat for an hour, cooled and rubbed into the scalp.
• Honey remedy: mixed 2 tbsp. Honey with 4 tbsp. Lemon juice (if there is oily dandruff) or with castor oil (if dandruff is dry). Stirred, add 1 spoonful of sour cream, apply the mass on the head, wrapped with a scarf and left for 2 hours. Then washed off with warm water and soap. Repeated the procedure once a week.

Recipes for dandruff and hair loss

Treatment of dandruff and hair loss should begin with the elimination of factors that negatively affect the skin and hair: to put it simply, you need to remove what is bad for the hair and skin.

• Too frequent procedures of drying, coloring, styling, curling negatively affect the structure of the hair, which becomes unattractive and weakened.
• Frequent coloring directly leads to skin irritation and dandruff.
• Hormonal malfunctions or sudden changes characteristic of pregnancy, lactation or menopause, severe stress, cause a lot of problems with the scalp.
• Deficiency of vitamins and minerals leads to weakened immunity, deterioration of the appearance of skin, hair and nails. This problem starts to bother mainly in winter.

It should be borne in mind that dandruff and hair loss can always be prevented, if you try to eliminate these factors - for example, do not do beauty treatments too often, avoid stress, monitor the health of the entire body, regularly visit doctors, eat a full and balanced diet, and if necessary, additionally take multivitamin preparations.

Home remedies for dandruff and hair loss

• If your hair is dry, you should moisturize it in case of dandruff and to strengthen your locks. Oils, herbal decoctions, etc. Are used as moisturizers. For example, a good effect is characterized by the following means:
  • juice of half a lemon is whipped with egg yolk and 1 tbsp. Of vegetable oil, the mixture is distributed on the roots, wrapped with a scarf, after an hour washed off with warm water and detergent;
  • warm turpentine oil treat the skin on the head, wrapped with a scarf, an hour later rinse with warm water and shampoo;
  • mix 1 tbsp. Of honey, olive oil and aloe juice, add raw egg yolk, the mass is applied to the hair and kept for 20 minutes under a hood, rinse with warm water and shampoo.

The result of using such preparations does not become noticeable immediately. It may take at least a month for the hair to fully recover.

• If the hair is oily, the composition of the remedies should include antiseptic and disinfectant components. Recipes with fresh berries, fruits, as well as with irritating and disinfectant components (garlic, horseradish, onions, etc.) have a good effect. Good qualities have the juice of onions in equal dilution with vodka. The solution is applied to the skin of the scalp, and after half an hour rinse with water and detergent. After each washing, you should use a natural rinse, prepared on the basis of medicinal plants.

Masks for dandruff and hair loss

Excellent results have masks that are made shortly before washing the hair. For example, many patients speak well of the means based on oak bark and onion husks. To prepare such a mask, you should take 200 g of each ingredient and mix, pour 1 liter of boiling water and keep on low heat for an hour. The potion is cooled and filtered, used for rubbing into the skin. After rubbing the head wrapped in cellophane, over fix a woolen scarf or towel. The mask is washed off after about two hours, the hair is washed with warm water and shampoo.

A mixture of vegetable oil and lemon juice is an excellent remedy for dandruff. Oil in the amount of 2 tbsp. Mixed with the juice of ¼ lemon, applied to the skin of the scalp, wrapped with a scarf and kept for at least an hour. Then the mask is washed off with warm water with a quality detergent.

Shampoos for dandruff and hair loss

The regular care product that you should pay special attention to in case of dandruff and hair loss is shampoo. Shampoo is the product we use most often, so its effect on the scalp is particularly important.

The product with which we regularly wash our hair should be hypoallergenic. And the composition should contain ingredients that improve the condition and provide nourishment to tissues and hair follicles.

Teana Golden Diadem Strengthening and Revitalizing Shampoo meets all these requirements. If you use it regularly, it will revitalize and revitalize your curls and skin in a short period of time.

Cosmetic company Biobyuti presents a whole line of products that help to get rid of dandruff and stop hair loss. For example, we are talking about the popular preparations Phytonica, or Famshampoo.

For dry dandruff, Attirance Lavender shampoo can be an excellent remedy, and for oily dandruff - a product of the same brand Attirance Lemon and Olive.

Another effective and well-known product for the return of hair health is Sulsena - it is both a shampoo and a drug that can cure bacterial, fungal diseases, sebaceous gland dysfunction. Sulsena in the form of shampoo or paste normalizes the process of cell renewal of the epidermis, creates unfavorable conditions for the reproduction of pathogens, inhibits excessive exfoliation, adjusts the system of sebum.

Of pharmacy shampoos against dandruff and hair loss, Nizoral is the most famous. It is used if the problem is caused by fungal infections: Nizoral destroys the infection, blocks cell growth, improves the hair structure (the product contains a strengthening component collagen hydrolysate). Treatment with Nizoral is usually prolonged - up to six months or more, provided that it is used 2-3 times a week.

Essential oils for dandruff and hair loss

Essential oils are often used to treat the skin and hair on the head, and can be done in several ways:

• adding oils to cosmetic products (masks, shampoos, conditioners, etc.);
• by making specialty oils;
• by brushing your hair with oils.

For the first method, it is sufficient to add 3-5 drops of a suitable oil to cosmetics and detergents. No need for more: essential oils are usually concentrated and saturated.

The second method involves the preparation of a mask: take one teaspoon of base (any suitable vegetable oil - olive, peach, coconut, almond, etc.) and add to it 3-5 drops of the essential component. The mask is used weekly, but not more than 2-3 times a week, before washing the hair (about 1-2 hours).

Third method: drop a few drops of your favorite oil on the comb and comb well. The procedure can be repeated daily.

Here are which essential oil ingredients are most suitable:

• in case of severe loss use tea tree and rosewood oils, rosemary, ylang-ylang and petitgrain, verbena, cedar and pine, cypress, frankincense, coriander, peppermint or sarsaparilla;
• Melissa, lavender, basil, chamomile, citrus, rosemary or geranium can help with dry dandruff;
• for oily dandruff use oil of grapefruit, tea tree, eucalyptus, rosemary.

Oils that are universal in action are considered to be:

• tea tree;
• rosemary;
• ylang-ylang.

Salt for dandruff and hair loss

Since there are so many home remedies for hair care, everyone is free to choose the most suitable option for themselves. Among not only effective, but also affordable remedies for dandruff and hair loss, we would like to emphasize salt preparations. Few people know how useful for external use can be ordinary salt, which is available in any grocery store. Salt is a natural scrubbing agent and absorbent. And for the care of curls, its types are suitable:

• rock salt, coarse and medium;
• boiled;
• sea salt;
• self-sedimenting (extracted from the bottom surface of salt lakes).

Salt masks and massages activate blood circulation, awaken "sleeping" hair follicles, clean the skin from dead scales, facilitate tissue respiration. In addition, salt normalizes the work of sebaceous glands, gets rid of pathogenic flora.

The easiest and most effective way to use salt is to apply it and rub it into clean, wet hair and the root zone with massaging movements. The massage is continued for 10-15 minutes, after which it is washed off with warm water without detergent. The procedure is repeated once a week, not more often.

You can also make salt masks, adding to them, in addition to salt, a few drops of essential oil, raw egg yolk, honey or lemon juice. The mask is applied to the hair along the entire length, cover the head with a polyethylene and a towel, kept for a quarter of an hour. Then wash off with shampoo and warm water. Repeat the procedure once every 7-10 days.

Herbal treatment

The function of sebaceous glands is normalized, thanks to a mixture of crushed nettle leaves with 6% vinegar and water (proportions of 100 g:500 ml:500 ml). The mass is boiled over low heat for half an hour. For ten days in a row, the resulting decoction is used instead of shampoo.

An excellent proven remedy against dandruff is chamomile color. Infusion of flowers rinse clean hair after each wash. Especially recommended such a decoction for owners of light hair, as it gives them a pleasant golden color. To prepare the infusion, steamed 2 tbsp. Of chamomile color in 1 liter of water, cooled and filtered. Treatment continues for at least 2-3 weeks.

Birch leaves or lime blossom are often used as hair masks:

• Finely chopped birch leaves in the amount of 1 tbsp. Pour 300 ml of boiling water, kept under a lid for two hours, filtered and used before and after washing hair (before washing - as a mask, and after washing - as a rinse);
• Lime blossom in the amount of 2.5 tbsp. Pour 500 ml of boiling water, kept for half an hour in a thermos, filtered and cooled, used as a mask or rinse.

Homeopathy

If you trust homeopathic treatment, it is ideal to contact a qualified homeopathic specialist, who will be able to select the most optimal in a particular case of the drug. Most often, homeopaths opt for such preparations:

• Lycopodium is a remedy of the plaunal plant, which easily copes with hair loss and dandruff, if they are associated with hormonal changes in the body. In addition, Lycopodium successfully fights premature gray hair.
• Hydrofluoric acid in low concentrations eliminates brittleness, loss, and improves hair structure.
• Phosphoric acid regulates the growth and quality of hair damaged by nervous stress.
• Phosphorus in combination with sulfur clears dandruff from the skin and strengthens curls.
• Potash - regulates the work of sebaceous glands, stabilizes the oiliness of skin and hair.
• Selenium is used for severe hair loss and skin deterioration not only on the head, but also on other parts of the body.
• Sodium muriaticum - cures dandruff, seborrhea, adjusts the work of sebaceous and sweat glands.

These drugs can be used in isolation or as part of complex homeopathic remedies such as Alopeton, Reabiliton, Selencin, Keranorm, Tallium Plus.

If the homeopathic drug is selected correctly, it will not provoke side symptoms. Doses are prescribed individually, taking into account the peculiarities of a particular patient.

Surgical treatment

A surgeon can help regain hair that has been lost due to genetically determined baldness. This radical surgery is called hair microtransplantation and is only performed in cases of severe alopecia when other methods are not possible. Hair follicles are transplanted from another area - for example, from the occipital area to the top of the head. In about a few months (up to six months), the patient grows new healthy hair. The stitches on the "donor" area are practically invisible.

The operation is quite expensive, but some patients still decide to take this step, which allows you to return the beauty of the hair. In advance, even before the intervention, a mandatory examination is carried out, as the procedure has a number of contraindications:

• severe systemic pathologies;
• rheumatoid polyarthritis;
• diabetes;
• psoriasis;
• fungal infections;
• pyoderma.

Surgical hair transplantation is an extreme measure, which is resorted to only in special cases, when there is no other way to return the former beauty.

Prevention

Dandruff and hair loss can be prevented by following a few simple tips to keep your locks healthy and beautiful.

• Avoid any damage to the skin on your head: choose a comfortable comb without sharp teeth, do not do too many procedures such as coloring, perming, etc., do not use a hair dryer if possible. If possible, do not use a hair dryer for drying.
• Make sure you get regular vitamin intake. Take multivitamin complex preparations during winter or spring, as well as during pregnancy or prolonged illnesses.
• Use warm water to wash your scalp, but not hot or cold water, as this affects sebum function.
• Choose detergents with your hair and skin type in mind. Do not opt for too budget options: as a rule, their composition is not characterized by naturalness and can harm the hair and appearance.
• Do not allow the head area to be exposed to extreme cold and direct ultraviolet light. Abrupt temperature changes negatively affect the vitality of hair follicles.
• Do not use other people's hats, combs.
• Eat right, do not get too much fatty and spicy food, control the consumption of sweets.
• Give up bad habits, take more walks, rest and take care of your nervous system.

Forecast

It is unlikely to get rid of the problem, if you do not adhere to a healthy lifestyle, proper nutrition. The daily diet should consist of products that saturate the body with all the necessary useful components: vitamins, trace elements. It is necessary to limit yourself in fatty and spicy foods, eat less sweets, baked goods. Doctors advise taking vitamin and mineral complexes in addition.

If you do everything correctly, periodically consulting with a doctor - trichologist, therapist - you can already in a short period of time to bring your hair in proper condition and restore an attractive appearance. Dandruff and hair loss will cease to be a problem, if you do not delay with a visit to a specialist. A competent comprehensive approach allows you to get rid of unpleasant symptoms in just a few weeks.