But what about when the dry,scaly skindescends from your scalp to your face?
(No, it’s not beard dandruff we’re addressing.
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What Is Eyebrow Dandruff?
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Dandruff that appears in our eyebrows is the exact condition that can appear on the scalp.
Selsun Blueis a maximum-strength anti-dandruff shampoo with 1% selenium sulfide.
Zalka recommends lathering a small amount in the brows and rinsing with warm water.
Morgan Rabach, board-certified dermatologist ofLM Medical NYC.
Zalka recommends thinking of apple cider vinegar as “tonerfor eyebrows.”
Then, simply swipe the cotton ball in a single motion across your eyebrows.
But be careful: check that not to get vinegar in your eyes.
However, there is such a thing as washing your facetoomuch.
Furthermore, Zalka recommends diluting this kind product with water and cleansing eyebrows gently.
“Tea tree oil has some antioxidant properties and can also help hydrate the dryness,” she adds.
Colloidal oatmeal especially has been lauded for its ability to provide relief to anyone experiencing the discomforts ofeczemaor psoriasis.
Consider Hydrocortisone Cream
In general, “over-the-counter hydrocortisone can helpreduce inflammationin a pinch, Rabach says.
Aveeno’sMaximum-Strength 1% Hydrocortisone Anti-Itch Creamsoothes irritated and inflamed skin.
Decrease Stress Levels
Just like stress impacts almost everything in life, it also impacts eyebrow dandruff.
“Stress may increase [dandruff] flares,” explains Rabach.
Final Takeaway
The truth is, anyone can get eyebrow dandruff.
As withdandruff of the scalp, the eyebrow varietyhas nothing to do with one’s hygiene.
They will decide if a stronger prescription medication may be needed.
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