The Role of Microbiome, Sebum and Natural Remedies in Dandruff Management

Dandruff is a complex issue that is impacted by a variety of factors, including individual susceptibility, sebum production, scalp physiology, and microbiological and non-microbial factors. The complex interactions among sebaceous secretions, the scalp microbiota, and environmental factors that lead to the development of dandruff have been examined in this review. Although the function of Malassezia species has been thoroughly investigated, recent studies have shown that bacterial populations such Staphylococcus epidermidis can exacerbate the illness. This improved knowledge of the scalp's microbial ecology opens the door to more potent therapeutic approaches that go beyond standard antifungal medications. Traditional herbal therapies for dandruff have given way to contemporary shampoos made with chemicals throughout time. However, there is a resurgence of interest in herbal and microbiome-friendly remedies because of growing worries about antimicrobial resistance and scalp irritation brought on by artificial components. Natural active ingredients with strong antifungal and anti-inflammatory qualities, such as neem, tea tree oil, amla, and tulsi, present a viable substitute for shampoos made of chemicals. In nutshell, the science of scalp for treatment of dandruff with herbal remedies was elaborated in this article.