Plaited hair

Due to a combination of factors like cold air, central heating, and even woolly hats, winter weather can trigger an especially noticeable flare-up of dandruff.

And speaking to HuffPost UK, skin doctor and founder of skincare line, Dr Vanita Rattan, said that how we wear our hair in this particularly drying season matters too.

In fact, she says, it’s one of many everyday mistakes – like skipping wash days, overusing dry shampoo, and heat-damaging your tresses – that can lead to the condition.

What’s the worst hairstyle for a dry, flaky scalp?

Bad news for fellow Ariana Grande-wannabe high ponytail lovers – “Constantly pulling your hair into tight ponytails, buns, and braids can put excessive tension on your scalp,” Dr........

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