Cold winds + low moisture = dry, flaky scalp. Winter strips natural oils, making dandruff flare up faster.
Drink enough water and use a hydrating scalp spray or lightweight serum to keep the scalp moisturised from within.
Use shampoos with zinc pyrithione, ketoconazole, salicylic acid or coal tar. Apply on the scalp, leave for 2–3 minutes, then rinse.
Coconut, tea tree or neem oil nourishes and soothes the scalp. Warm it slightly and massage before washing. It is a winter classic that always works.
Hot water dehydrates the scalp. Use lukewarm water to prevent dryness and irritation.
A mild scalp scrub removes buildup, flakes and excess oil. Helps active ingredients penetrate better.
Indoor heaters dry the air more than people realize. A humidifier helps prevent excessive scalp dryness during winter.
A lack of essential fatty acids can worsen flaking. Include walnuts, flaxseeds, and fatty fish for better scalp health from within.
Thick gels and sprays create buildup that leads to more flakes. Lightweight styling products keep the scalp clean.
If dandruff itches, spreads, or doesn’t improve despite care, it may be seborrheic dermatitis or psoriasis. Early diagnosis helps.