Is dandruff a possible cause of acne?

People who have dandruff often suffer from acne. Such people may notice more frequent appearance of pimples and rashes on their face, especially on the forehead. As a matter of fact, dandruff can cause or worsen acne.

The dead flakes of skin on your scalp can fall onto your skin. These tiny flakes clog the pores of the skin in the same way as dirt. The clogged pores accumulate more dirt and oil. Bacteria also flourish in this environment, making it perfect for an outbreak of acne. Moreover, dandruff flakes by themselves can cause skin irritation and inflammation, which can worsen existing acne. Therefore, people who have dandruff need to take extra care of their skin. If you have dandruff, make it a point to wash your face regularly using a gentle cleanser. Do not use heavy greasy make up which clogs pores and causes accumulation of dirt. Use water based cosmetics instead.

Tea tree oil is a good remedy for both dandruff and acne. Add a few drops of this oil to your shampoo or conditioner to get rid of dandruff. Apply some drops of this oil and dab it over your face to get rid of acne.   This is one of the treatments that can be used to treat dandruff and acne without any side effects or allergic reactions. It can also be used by women that are pregnant without any fear like can be caused with medications to the unborn child.