Dry dandruff is the most commonly encountered.
They are small, light, white and appear on dry hair or scalp.
They are most often found in a flaky appearance on the shoulders.

Where do they come from?

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Genetic or medical causes

• Hormonal imbalance ( puberty , pregnancy, menopause , etc.);
• Oily scalp.
• Certain medical treatments.

Psychological causes

• Stress
• Fatigue
• Anxiety

External causes

• Pollution
• Unsuitable hair products;
• Alcohol and tobacco
• Unbalanced diet
• Too aggressive hair care ( colouring , brushing, heat from the hair dryer too strong, etc.)
• Changing climates
• Wearing a helmet or an extended cap.

How to eliminate them?

1: The oil bath.

Choose a vegetable oil such as Argan, Jojoba or Sweet Almond, Prickly Pear, then brush your hair while massaging: the oil will deeply nourish the epidermis. Then wrap a bath towel around your head. Leave on for 20 minutes, then wash your hair with a mild shampoo.

2: Essential oils:

Essential oils, vegetable oils can treat dandruff conditions gently and over time. We will use purifying essential oils such as those of Tea tree , Noble laurel , Palmarosa or Atlas cedar to purify the scalp. They can be used diluted in a shampoo or as a massage on the scalp, diluted in purifying and soothing vegetable oils ( Nigella , Chaulmoogra , Laurel berries , Cranberry ).

3: Gentle Detox shampoo:

Choose purifying but also moisturizing shampoos, for example:

Shaeri Detox Scrub .

Composed of Lemon essential oil, it invigorates and softens the scalp, reduces scales and dry dandruff during shampooing.

Aloe Vera pulp, rich in vitamins A, B6 and B9, boosts the micro-circulation of the scalp.

Prickly pear vegetable oil hydrates and regenerates dry, curly and frizzy hair, prevents split ends.

+ The silicone brush to massage the scalp. It will get rid of dead cells, dandruff while stimulating blood circulation.

Green or white clay purifies and cleanses the scalp, it helps to:

• Promote the elimination of dandruff
• Helps soothe sensitive and especially dry scalps
• Fight itchy scalp
• Give suppleness, lightness and volume to the hair
• Help regulate sebum production, degrease and purify oily hair
• Protect the keratin fiber

To do this, nothing could be simpler: just mix the white clay with lukewarm water until you obtain a smooth paste, then apply it to the roots, massaging the scalp for a few seconds, and lay on the lengths using a fine comb. Then leave on for 15 minutes before rinsing thoroughly with clear water. And a little tip for ultra-shiny hair: add a few drops of vinegar to the rinse water.

3: Moroccan Rhassoul Conditioner

In order to keep your lengths hydrated, it is best to use a conditioner afterwards that will further hydrate your lengths.

Carol's Daughter conditioner is ideal for regulating sebum and deeply nourishing your locks.

There you go, now tell us what works for you in the comments on our instagram account: @popmycurlsbox_paris

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