Medically reviewed by Susan Bard, MD Psoriasis and dandruff can both trigger itching and flaky scalp skin. Psoriasis is a ...

Dandruff and dry scalp are two conditions that cause similar symptoms. Dandruff is a mild form of seborrheic dermatitis, which causes flaky, oily, and scaly skin. Dry scalp is dry skin that occurs ...

A dry scalp is the cause of unmanageable and itchy hair. It also causes dandruff and makes your hair appear dry and dull. Causes: Dry scalp is generally caused by dormant under-active oil glands ...

The distinction between dandruff and dry scalp extends far beyond casual observation, as these common conditions stem from different root causes and require specific treatment approaches.

Cause: Chronically dry skin is a common cause of dandruff. When the scalp is dry, the skin becomes irritated and starts to flake off. Dandruff from dry skin is most common in the winter because ...

To treat dandruff, you need to target an overgrowth of yeast and any accompanying inflammation. We talked to a dermatologist to figure out how to do this.

Dandruff stems from a variety of causes, but one of the most common is seborrheic dermatitis. CHYNNA STEELE-GRIFFIN It looks pretty good today. I actually don't see any redness or flakiness.