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Advice for Specific Scalp Conditions and Hair Types

Cold, dry air

When it gets cold, it snows—dandruff, that is! Why does winter weather always make my dandruff worse, and what can I do about it?"

I'm a chef in a busy restaurant, and sometimes the kitchen's like a sauna—without the relaxing benefits! My hair's suffering, but my dandruff's thriving—help!"

My hair tends to get oily quickly, yet I still have dandruff. Aren't flakes a sign of a dry scalp?"

I've been surfing for 10 years. I've also had dandruff for 10 years. My surfing's improved, but my dandruff hasn't. Got any suggestions?"

I have really stubborn dandruff. After two hours at the salon, the last thing I need is a case of flakes ruining my $200 highlights!"

I swim every day, and my dandruff just keeps getting worse. Is chlorine preventing my dandruff shampoo from working?"

I already have dry hair. Won't dandruff shampoos just dry out my hair and scalp even more?"

When it gets cold, it snows—dandruff, that is! Why does winter weather always make my dandruff worse, and what can I do about it?"

Expert recommendations for cold, dry air:

Dr. Zavod: Winter weather poses a double whammy for those with dandruff. First, low humidity can lead to a reduced amount of oil on the scalp, which may keep flakes from sticking. Because they are being shed more readily, the flakes become more visible throughout the hair. Cold weather may also thicken the oil on the scalp, making it harder to lubricate the entire scalp surface. I recommend that my patients with seasonal dandruff use a therapeutic shampoo made to sooth dry or sensitive scalps.

Andrew: Winter weather calls for extra care for hair. Those soothing, extra-hot showers you're tempted to take are hard on dry and brittle hair. Use warm, not hot, water when shampooing. Also, choose an extra-moisturizing conditioner to help reduce static cling and wind damage, especially with long hair. Quick anti-static tip: After styling, spritz your hairbrush with a little hairspray and brush through hair.

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