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Dandruff This condition occurs when large amounts of dead skin are shed from the scalp in the form of flakes. Causes of Dandruff Fungal infections Bacterial infections Overactive sebaceous glands Nutritional deficiencies Symptoms Associated with Dandruff Large amounts of dead skin flakes are shed from the scalp. Scalp may feel dry and itchy. Herbal Treatments for Dandruff Tea Tree Oil (Melaleuca alternifolia) Scientific Evidence from Clinical Trials A four week randomized, placebo-controlled, study involving 126 patients showed that 5% tea tree oil shampoo was more effective than the placebo in the treatment of mild and moderate dandruff (Satchell et al. 2002). References Satchell, A., A. Saurajen, C. Bell, R. Barnetson. 2002. "Treatment of dandruff with 5% tea tree oil shampoo." Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology. 47(6):852-55. |
An outline of clinical studies that verify the effectiveness of herbal medications and supplements |