Hormones and How They Cause Dandruff

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Can hormones cause dandruff? They do play a role in that they start the production of oils, which is a trigger that can cause dandruff. Heres how it works.

Hormones contribute to dandruff but they are not the root cause of it.

Is dandruff hereditary?

How dandruff starts

  1. A naturally occurring microbe on the scalp feeds on natural oils called sebum

  2. This process produces oleic acid

  3. If you are sensitive to oleic acid, your body will react by displaying symptoms of dandruff

Your hormones control oil production

Hormones are a key part of producing the natural oils you need for dandruff to start. Theyre totally normal and are essential to keep your hair and scalp moisturized.

But when youre sensitive to oleic acid,sebum production can lead to dandruff. For some,dandruff can appear at times when hormones change, notably during puberty when you begin producing more oils than usual.

Young people and dandruff

Dandruff and puberty

But remember, dandruff is not caused by hormones alone. You still need to be sensitive to oleic acid and theres a good chance you are, because it affects 50% of the worlds population.

How to deal with sensitivity to oleic acid

If youre sensitive to oleic acid, you can treat your scalp and hair with our Smooth and Silky Shampoo

Our tried and tested formula fights dandruff and all its symptoms including:

  • dry scalp
  • itchy scalp
  • redness and irritation
  • dandruff flakes

We have a range of shampoos with different versions suited for all hair types, so youll find one thats right for you. Frequent use will leave your hair clean, looking great and 100% dandruff-free1.

More about dandruff and when it starts

More tips and advice from the experts:

  • Symptoms of dandruff
  • The causes of dandruff

1Visible flakes with regular use

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