Each person’s body reacts differently to stress. When we are in tense situations, our body feels rigid and on alert, which can cause headache, stomach discomfort and even dandruff, according to experts.
The dandruff is a common condition that causes the scalp skin to fallread on the Mayic Portal. This condition is not contagious or serious, however, it can be difficult to treat.
“It is known as Pityriasis capitisscientific name of the dandruff, to the excessive peel of the scalp that causes small remains of dry skin, mostly white, detach, ”explains Claudia Gutiérrez, dermatologist. These usually remain in the hair or fall to the shoulders, which makes them more visible.
The dandruff receives the term Pityriasis, because in it the spores of Pyritorosporum Ovale, a fungus of the scalp that is very common and that usually causes itching and fatty appearance in the hair.
Types of dandruff
The most common types of dandruff are two:
- Simple pityriasis (or dry dandruff): It is the most visible, since it causes the peeling of the scalp. It causes small white skin flakes, which are very easy. Given this type of dandruff, hair is usually rough and dry.
- Steatoid pityriasis (or fat dandruff): This type of dandruff is characterized by causing thicker skin, which have a yellowish, fatty and sticky appearance. Even its adhesion to the scalp and the hair is greater. They usually appear, above all, in the front of the head and in the neck, areas where more fat is produced.
Does stress cause dandruff?
“There are several factors that influence the appearance of the dandruff, for example, irritated and greasy skin, dry skin, sensitivity to hair care products and fungi, among others. Stress can also influence its appearance,” says Gustavo Quinteros, dermatologist.
Recall that one of the most common ways in which stress is reflected is in our skin, causing acne, dryness, skin rashes or excess fat. Although these are signs that are visible more on our face, they also occur in the scalp.
Stress can cause the cutaneous scalp barrier to be compromised and irritate, which can cause itching, burning and dryness. In addition, that the common fungus that lives in this area suffers an imbalance and begins the appearance of the dandruff.
According to experts, in addition to stress, it influences the appearance of the dandruff stop washing hair for long periods, accumulation of products, sweat, burning irritation by the sun, among others.
“The dandruff caused by stress causes excessive peeling of the scalp, intense itching, redness and inflammation of the area, and sometimes burning,” adds Quinteros.
How to treat nerve dandruff
To combat the nerve dandruff you must first treat the main problem: stress. To do this, relaxation techniques such as mindfulness, yoga or breathing exercises are recommended that help the mind to be concentrated in the present.
It is also useful to practice, some sport that is to your liking and get to get distracted. Taking the right rest and a balanced diet are factors that help the stress levels decrease.
In addition, it is important to use an anticaspa shampoo, which is soft and helps reduce fat. It is recommended to wash your hair every day with this product, until the problem has disappeared.
In case the dandruff does not disappear in four or six weeks, it is advisable to change products. If the shampoo and relaxation techniques are not the solution of the problem, then a dermatologist must be used.