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.Loose scales shed from the scalp.

The shedding of dead skin cells from your scalp is normal within the growing process of the cells. Your scalp is renewing constantly, just like the rest of your skin. When it happens at an excessive rate however we call it dandruff. It can happen at any age. Dandruff has nothing to do with bad hair care. Even if you wash your hair often you can still have dandruff. Dandruff that falls to the shoulders can be a real pain and many (50% of all adults according to certain studies) are affected.
 
There are several possible causes for dandruff: stress, bad nutrition, lack of rest, frequent use of gels and hair sprays, excessive use of hot curling irons, ... .
Dandruff is worst during cold winters and less severe during summer.
 
There is no lasting cure for dandruff. You can try to control it however. Use a good dandruff shampoo to get rid of it. You might have to try out several different types of shampoo before you find the one that is best for your scalp. It is important to experiment.
Remember that when you stop the treatment of your scalp and hair with dandruff shampoo, the dandruff will return.
 
In severe cases you will need to see a dermatologist because another scalp disease could be involved.

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