There are two types of dandruff
Oily dandruff:
It is mainly caused by an overgrowth of Malassezia due to excess oil secretion from the sebaceous glands, resulting in it stimulating the scalp, leading to the occurrence of dandruff. (Note: Malassezia is a fungus that usually lives on healthy adult scalps without issues, but overgrowth can cause dandruff.)
Dry dandruff:
This occurs when the scalp lacks natural sebum protection, causing the moisture on the scalp to dry out. Read more about dry dandruff
Symptoms Of OILY dandruff:
- Overgrowth of Malassezia can stimulate the scalp and cause dandruff.
- Your scalp is oily and itchy.
- The flakes are sticky.
- The flakes are larger.
- The flakes are yellow.
- Learn more about the difference between Oily dandruff and dry Dandruff