What Are the Causes of a Dry Flaky Scalp?
According to the BBC Health website, dead skin cells flake off the scalp unnoticed every day. But when an unusually high amount of dead skin cells falls from the head, they can form large flakes of skin, ranging in color from white to gray to yellow.Dry SkinThe Mayo Clinic reports it is common for people to have common dry skin at certain times of year, causing white or gray flakes to fall from their scalps (dandruff). Winter is a common time when differing indoor and outdoor temperatures can cause flaky skin.DietBBC Health says certain types of food and drinks can create a dry, flaky scalp. A diet rich in sugars, spices, salt or alcohol can cause this condition.Skin ProblemsSkin problems such seborrheic dermatitis, psoriasis and eczema are also common causes of a dry, flaky scalp.FungusPityrosporum ovale is a fungus that lives on most people’s scalps. When excess oils are produced, they allow the fungus to grow more rapidly.ProductsThe Mayo Clinic explains that excessive or too little
