dandruff problem. What should I use to remove or control it ?

Question

Dandruff or pityriasis sicca is associated with excessive scaling in the scalp and oversecretion of oil glands coupled with fungal infection play a crucial role. Dandruff can be managed with use of medicated shampoos along with tablets.

Kindly use a conditioner regularly to avoid damage to hair shaft. For a tailor made treatment regimen kindly consult.

Swapnil Sanghavi · Accepted Answer

Dandruff or pityriasis sicca is associated with excessive scaling in the scalp and oversecretion of oil glands coupled with fungal infection play a crucial role. Dandruff can be managed with use of medicated shampoos along with tablets.

Kindly use a conditioner regularly to avoid damage to hair shaft. For a tailor made treatment regimen kindly consult.

Shashank Agrawal · Answer

Hi user,
under ayurveda, the following are recommended as good for healthy shiny hair and to avoid dandruff:
1. Ketoconazole lotion massage on the scalp 
2. Maha bhringraj oil, followed by hot fomentation
3.2 drops of cow ghee in the nostrils before bedtime (1 drop in each nostril)
4. Pranacharya allergen capsule (twice daily, morning and night)
5. Use only ayurvedic shampoos, not synthetic and
6. Consume protein rich foods and avoid junk/ spicy food and even drinks like coffee and tea.