How does a person get dandruff?

Dandruff can have several causes, including:**Dry skin. Simple dry skin is the most common cause of dandruff. ... **Irritated, oily skin (seborrheic dermatitis). ... **Not shampooing often enough. ... **Other skin conditions. ... **A yeast-like fungus (malassezia). ... **Sensitivity to hair care products (contact dermatitis). read more

People who suffer with this condition may be more likely to get dandruff because their scalp produces excess oil. Another skin condition that can cause dandruff is malassezia. This is a fungus that usually produces no harm or symptoms on the skin, but if it grows excessive, it can speed up new skin production, thereby causing dandruff. read more

Cold, dry winters can trigger dandruff or make it worse, too. One common cause is seborrheic dermatitis, or seborrhea. Some people with dandruff may also have seborrheic dermatitis in other areas of the body, such as their ears, the center of the face, and the center of the chest. read more

You get dandruff just as you get dry skin - from the skin on your scalp becoming overly dry and flaking as a result. This can be caused by weather, overactive oil glands, the shampoo used or irritating chemicals. read more