Does Not Shampooing Cause Dandruff?

While it sounds unhygienic, not shampooing enough could be the cause of your dandruff. “When you don't shampoo enough, oil accumulates and builds up on the skin and can cause dandruff,” Dr. Kwon explains.

Does not using shampoo cause dandruff?

While it sounds unhygienic, not shampooing enough could be the cause of your dandruff. “When you don't shampoo enough, oil accumulates and builds up on the skin and can cause dandruff,” Dr. Kwon explains.

Does not washing hair make dandruff worse?

“Not shampooing enough will only make your dandruff worse — it causes more oil and dead skin cells to accumulate on your scalp, which the yeast and fungi just continue to feed on,” warns Beverly Hills dermatologist Stuart H.